Books in the Sailmate series

Covers various factors relevant to choosing and installing a diesel engine, whether the work will be done by the owner or entrusted to a boatyard or engineer. With the engine installed and sea trials complete, the author looks at how auxiliary equipment can be fitted to take full advantage of the available power.

A highly practical guide explaining what sail trim is all about, how toachieve it, and what its benefits are for owners and crews sailing alltypes of boat from dinghies to offshore cruisers in all wind conditionsand points of sail.

Most boatowners will find themselves with paintbrush in hand at least once during a season but with the vast range of products now available, how do you know which to select for the job? This book answers the DIY boatowner's questions, and provides practical advice on painting several types of material.

A guide that is designed to take the novice step-by-step through thestages of designing both power and sailing boats, explaining thereasons behind the procedures and using typical lines plans and workingdrawings to help understanding.