This book is the powerboating equivalent to Heavy Weather Sailing - the classic and bestselling sailing reference on the Adlard Coles list. Like Heavy Weather Sailing, it carries chapters on the theory of operating powerboats in rough seas as well as invaluable heavy weather experiences, and the lessons learned. Edited by Hugo Montgomery-Swan (Editor of RIB International) contributors include leading powerboating names, from record-breakers to endurance achievers to instructors and trainers, and RNLI coxwains - an A-list line-up. Topics include: * Offshore endurance and record breaking * Ocean voyaging * Small boat adventuring * Navigating tidal waters in bad weather * Speed at sea * Surf helming tactics * Safety and recovery in rough seas * Effects on the human body * Advanced helming techniques

About the Author

Hugo Montgomery-Swan is the Editor of RIB International. He has gathered together contributions from an amazing collection of speed and endurance record breakers, SAS boat drivers, powerboat instructors, RNLI coxwains and world powerboating champions for this ground-breaking book. This A-list line-up presents an unparalleled body of expertise.

Prizes

The powerboating equivalent to Heavy Weather Sailing No other book on the market on this subject - this has been long awaited! Contributions from the very best in powerboating 'names' and achievers A heavyweight, authoritative bible of reference on techniques and experiences in heavy weather International in its relevance

Reviews

'A must-read for all serious offshore mariners - I have learnt too many of these lessons the hard (wrong!) way! This is a key book to understanding how to handle big sea boating.' Bear Grylls "It's an exceptional book written by exceptional people. This is on 'bible' which should be read by any self-respecting power boater, than berthed on the bookshelf for sober regular reference." Hot Ribs Magazine '...ultimate resource for strategies, techniques and experiences in heavy weather.' All At Sea 'Packed with dramatic colour phots throughout, Heavy Weather Powerboating is a useful resource for strategies, techniques and experiences in heavy weather.' www.sailers.co.uk, (May 2010) 'This is an exceptional book written by exceptional people. This is one "bible" which should be read by any self-respecting power boater, then berthed on the bookshelf for sober regular reference.' www.hotribs.com (May 2010) 'endorsed by Bear Grylls...a unique aid to safety...This book will make a great read for anyone interested in powerboating, especially those who extend their enthusiasm into offshore racing and endurance pursuits.' Maritime Journal (July 2010) 'It deserves a place on every true powerboater's shelf'. Boat Mart (August 2010) 'Top class.' Sportsboat & RIB Magazine (August 2010) 'An excellent book,and recommended to everyone involved in going to sea in fast boats.' Nautical Magazine (October 2010) 'THE bible on all aspects of extreme power boating and survival at sea.' Canadian Coast Guard Magazine (Fall 2010) 'an enthralling book...that will surely equip powerboaters with the best knowledge, the best tools perhaps to face and survive the worst that the elements can throw at you. It is, like its sailing counterpart, a must read for anyone dealing with extreme weather.' Sailing magazine (September 2010) 'While the words of advice, ideas and experiences so clearly explained in the essays are very valuable, the book is replete with numerous high quality photographs ... A timely high quality and very valuable new publication.' Ausmarine (June 2011)