Products in Weather

Acquaints boaters with the forces that shape weather and prediction, and what changes can be expected for the mariner. Details of wind speed and direction, fog, thunderstorms, gales and hurricanes. A practical book for those who want only the needed facts. Softcover. 150 pg.

Lin and Larry Pardey. A great DVD presenting theory and techniques of storm tactics visually demonstrated in actual heavy weather conditions at sea. Demonstrations include setting and retrieving a para-anchor, setting storm sails, heaving-to with or without a para-anchor. 84 minutes.

Lin and Larry Pardey (authors) make a compelling case for every sailor learning the techniques of heaving-to for survival in extreme conditions. They explain clearly the why, when and how, along with presenting a great volume of anecdotal experience and knowledge in a detailed Q&A format. Very well illustrated with photos and diagrams, this is an important book that adds considerably to the literature of seamanship. Paperback. 170pg.

A long overdue book that covering The World's Weather, Predicting the Weather, Protecting the Home, Rain, Hail, Flooding, High Winds, Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat, Heavy Snowfall, Extreme Environments, and more. Glossary, Survivor's Stories. Directory of Resources. Softcover. 192pg

Explore the world of weather with over 100 photos, maps and illustrations. Learn how to identify cloud types, understand localized weather, as well as major systems, and know how to avoid severe weather. Softcover. 358pg.

This mariner's guide to the weather provides information on weather warnings and fronts, the Beaufort Scale, cloud formations, fog, storms, wind, waves and swells, barometer use, and simple forecasting methods in one easy-to-read volume. It also offers an entire chapter on acid rain and its effects on mariners and their electronic equipment. Hardcover. 316pg. 233 illus.

Even with today's enormous technological breakthroughs, meteorology remains an inexact science. Now available in paperback, this all-color book provides an understanding of basic weather systems. This straightforward, non-scientific text is complemented by spectacular photography and color diagrams of the phenomena described, providing a solid understanding of basic principles and forecasts, and even allowing the reader to make predictions of wind, rain and temperature with some rationale. Paperback. 160pg. 211 color photos and 72 drawings.