Books published by International Marine Publishing Co

On the surface, choosing the correct propeller for a particular boat seems simple. But one factor affects another, which then affects another factor, leading many boaters to believe that propeller selection depends more on black magic than logic.All the questions are answered in this complete reference, the first of its kind. This clear, easy-to-use handbook for all small boats is written not for Ph.D.s seeking the latest wrinkle in high-tech propeller design, but as a practical aid for the average mechanic, engineer, boatbuilder, fleet operator, serious yachtsman, or naval architect.

Presents green solutions, information about dealing with ethanol in fuel, how to maintain the new batteries, and an all-new chapter on maintenance aspects of sailboats (sail care,winches, lines, and wire rigging).

A practical guide to turning your love for boating into money in the bank. It describes how to get a job on a boat or run a practical boat-based business, including fishing charters, excursions, dinner cruises, and water taxis. It also covers business issues, safety, marketing, liability, and Coast Guard licensing requirements.

A guide that addresses the history, lifeforms, and lifestyles of the Chesapeake written by a lifelong sailor and resident of the bay. It updates this version to ensure you stay safe and have fun exploring this vast region.

Investigates a little-known but clear eleventh-hour warning that, had it been heeded, might have enabled the Navy's Pearl Harbor command to blunt the Japanese assault and save ships and lives. This work reveals that the attack plan of Japan's Admiral Yamamoto included five midget submarines, each carrying two men and two torpedoes.

Helps you learn: the attributes of a good skipper and crew - including physical and mental agility, effective communication, and knowledge-based decision making; fine-tuning your voyaging with the seaworthiness of your boat and the capability of your crew in mind; using weather information and routing resources to lower risks and raise rewards.

The operator's manual that should come with every boater's GPS receiver or chart plotter.

Shows the growth of kayaking as a sport. This book covers such topics as: Getting Ready; Kayaks; Accessories and Clothing; Getting to Know Your Kayak; Controlling Your Kayak; Getting Into and Out of the Water; Real Life Paddling; Finding Your Way: Kayak Navigation; Trip Logistics; Group safety; Kayak Camping; and, Taking Care of Your Stuff.

The only handbook devoted to splicing today's ropes; now covers wire splices, rope-to-wire splices, and ropework gear for boats.

Expert instruction beginning andintermediate surfers need to take theirskills from kook to boss.

Modern Cruising Sailboat, The: A Complete Guide to Its Design, Construction, and Outfitting

A beginner's guide to the repair of boat fiberglass and other composites

The learn-to-sail book for adult noviceswho are in a hurry to gain their sea legs.

The first quick-and-easy compositeconstruction method for canoes and kayaks.

From docking to surviving storm waves, this title provides what you need to know before you hit the water. Using hundreds of illustrations and photos, it shows you how to do tasks such as docking, trimming, wave handling, and close-quarters maneuvering.

Allows you to record anything from bare piloting details to names and anecdotes. This title intends to encourage good piloting, train you to be a careful observer of weather, stimulate you to run through a vital maintenance checklist, and serve as a compendium of interesting information about your boat.

With each topic condensed to 14 color pages, this book covers the 13 critical aspects of piloting, seamanship, and boat handling under sail or power. It advises you on topics such as: boat handling under power; using nautical charts; heavy weather sailing; and emergency first aid on board.

A how-to guide for building the generation of quick and easy boats. It shows you how to create elegant, seaworthy plywood boats. It explains the basics of stitch-and-glue construction, tools, materials, shop safety, and more.

Explains everything required to select and acquire a boat for your needs. This book shows you how to: identify the best powerboat for you and determine the total cost of ownership; negotiate the best deal on a boat and avoid mistakes; and, understand boat financing, registration, insurance, and the legal obligations of boat owners.

Metal corrosion is a constant destructive problem on boats, and you need to know how to find it, stop it, and prevent it. This work covers various types of corrosion in a variety of metal boat parts and fixtures, both above and below water.

Shows you how to find your way on the water - even if your navigation equipment is damaged or lost - using ancient and modern skills or rudimentary materials like a stick, a piece of string or a pair of sunglasses. This guide includes navigation methods, graphics and lists. It offers a useful backup for every ocean mariner.

Covers Noah's ark, Thor Heyerdahl's raft, the lost city of Atlantis, and the mysterious Bermuda Triangle. This title spans the ages and scours the seas for fanciful, inspiring, and downright bizarre tales of sea monsters, ghost ships, lost continents, castaways, and pirates.