This book introduces the principles of yacht design in a straightforward and understandable way, allowing the reader to be aware of the elements and processes involved. Boat owners and buyers can be more confident talking to designers and boatbuilders. Novice designers will get a good foundation to start designing with pencil and paper or computer.
This book is a practical guide to both methods, starting from the design requirements, necessary tools and working conditions, and choice of timber through step-by-step construction and repair.
Ian Nicolson explores more fascinating yacht designs of the older Alfred Mylne.
Offering practical advice, this guide by Ian Nicolson focuses on enhancing your boating experience through various improvement techniques. It covers essential tips for maintenance, upgrades, and modifications, aimed at both novice and experienced boaters. With a blend of expertise and accessible language, Nicolson empowers readers to make informed decisions to optimize their vessels for performance and enjoyment on the water.
This fully revised third edition of a classic manual is a mine of information for yachtsmen to customise their boats.
A guide with enough information on how to build these boats and some plans are available at low cost.
In this trilogy, Ian Nicolson tells the fascinating tales of his adventures with yachts on both sides of the Atlantic.
Ian Nicolson provides a wide range of easy-to-follow designs for the owner, user, builder or repairer of any yacht or small boat.
Brings together records in Latin, Scots, Gaelic and English (some new) for the first time in their original form, with transcriptions and translations. Describes both the lead-up to the battle, its aftermath and the ending of the Lordship. Includes historical analysis of the ballads associated with the battle and contests a number of romantic myths
Expanded in its fifth edition, this comprehensive reference offers extensive tables and updated data on various boat components, including anchors, masts, and propellers. It features easy-to-use graphs, clear illustrations, and concise text covering essential topics such as equipment, materials, and engine powering. Additionally, the book includes 23 conversion tables for weights, wire gauges, and thread sizes, making it an invaluable resource for builders, designers, surveyors, and boat owners alike.