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Montgomeryswan has covered thousands of miles in the north atlantic, the baltic, the north and irish seas, the mediterranean, the mid atlantic, the english channel and the norwegian sea. Jun 16, 2017 meant as a companion to fellow briton peter bruces heavy weather sailing, first published in 1967, montgomeryswans heavy weather powerboating offers advice for dealing with heavy weather in powerboats through the hardlearned experience of experts who endured it. The first edition was compiled by kaines adlard coles himself in 1967. Power boating describes activities performed in a motorized boat. Jan 24, 2008 not only will it show you how to avoid bad weather if possible, but also includes handling and maneuvering techniques for your boat in heavy seas, anchoring under adverse conditions, as well as. This ebook is further enhanced by a range of clear, well thoughtout illustrations.
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