Caribbean Passagemaking
A Cruiser's Guide
By Les Weatheritt
192 pp. b&w photos throughout, 8 pp color section. 2004. Paperback. $24.95
ISBN 1 57409 196 4
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The chain of islands from the Virgins through to the southern Caribbean is considered one of the most desirable tropical cruising grounds for any sailor, and it can be sailed in comfort and confidence with only one language, one currency, a modicum of weather forecasting, and an ability to spot weather windows. This book is an entertaining mine of information for the sun-soaked passage planner as well as the dreamer back home. Here is the full, vital background to help skipper and crew enjoy sailing the region.
Topics include: how to achieve easier passagemaking and sail in comfort; which are the safe and easy harbors; how to spot the weather windows; prevailing winds and currents; ideal equipment for Caribbean waters; and a wealth of practical, down-to-earth hints and tips.
“This guide to sailing the Caribbean is completely comprehensive. In addition, the vast amount of information you get for your buck is well ordered and presented with enthusiasm.” –Booklist
About the Authors:
Les Weatheritt is a research economist who had been trying to get back to the Caribbean since he was a deck-hand on a schooner there at the age of 21. In 1985 he bought PETRONELLA with the intent of trying an ocean voyage. After crossing the Atlantic , he travelled to Scandinavia, Spain, and finally the Caribbean, where he remains today
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