Every single boating magazine and reviewer that picked up this book had the same comment – it’s impossible to put down. We decided to put that to the test and see just how useful Vigor’s book is. We were pleasantly surprised to find that the hype was well justified. It actually was a book that [...]

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• Review of The Liveaboard Report: A Boat Dweller's Guide to What Works and What Doesn't by Charlie Wing When bestselling author Charlie Wing decided to drop everything and chronicle his life living aboard a boat, millions took interest. While this is a terrific read when it comes to what you'll need and what you'll experience when living aboard, those looking for a more technical read will probably be......
• Review: Boater101: A full-reference guide to boating basics Federal law may not require boaters to take a safety course of any kind, but that does not mean that boaters should hit the water without a good working knowledge of the basics. Making states do require that boaters below a certain age limit pass a safety course before they......
• Getting Started in Power Boating By Robert Armstrong If you are looking for the definitive guide to power boating, look no further. This amazing book crams absolutely everything you could ever need to know about power boating into 236 pages that are easy and fun to read. We were pleasantly surprised by this book and did not......
• Review: Rick Huckstepp’s How To… Boating Basics DVD While reading about boating is great, it lacks that certain element of instruction, especially if you are completely new. You can learn a lot from a book, but in many cases, you can learn even more from a DVD, especially if it is a good one. We had some high......
• Review: 7 Steps to Successful Boat Docking by Ron Redmond and Katherine Redmond The "why" behind boat docking is not what is important, but instead you should be focusing on the "how to". The How To's found within this book will lead you to learn how to successfully dock your boat, even when the winds are strong or the currents are stronger. This......

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Before you think of buying this book, it’s important to note that it is really meant for true beginners. If you’re looking for help getting started, or you need a refresher course, this is a great book. If you’re an experienced boater, it will probably be a disappointment. It is also important to note that [...]

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• The Annapolis Book of Seamanship: Third Edition, Completely Revised, Expanded and Updated by John Rousmaniere When you want to learn proper seamanship, what better way that to go straight to the Navy. This is the perfect book for beginners and professionals alike that need to learn solid techniques, and really understand what it means to be a good seamen. This book is very easy to......
• California Wilderness Areas Volume 1 If you are planning a trip to one of the many coastal areas or mountain ranges in California, there are a few books that will help you learn all that you can about these amazing wilderness areas. One of the best we’ve ever found is this book by George Wuerthner.......
• Weekend Captain's Guide to Basic Boating By Captain Jeffrey Caso Captain Jeffrey Caso's book may not have made the best seller list or be all that well known, but it is certainly a book that every beginning boater needs to read at least once. While those that are already accomplished sea-farers may find it a bit elementary, it is really......
• Book Review: Backpacker's Start Up By Doug Werner If you have ever dreamt about going on a hiking vacation, or you already enjoy this sport, it's important to stay on top of the latest news and to learn valuable new techniques that can make your trips safer and more enjoyable. There aren't many books that come out that......
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