Being caught out in a storm is every sailor's worst nightmare. Doubtsand fears are hard to banish when a boat is being battered by theelements. Will the helmsman cope with the huge waves piling up behind?Can the rigging take the strain? Should you weather the storm or runfor shelter?

A storm needn't end in disaster, and being prepared for bad weather isthe best way to ensure that. This book is packed with practical adviceto help sailors cope, explaining how storms develop, how to avoidthem, and survival tactics if they can't be avoided. It also includesinformation on design features for heavy weather, handling crew, whatto do in emergencies, and much more.

'Thoroughly recommended, interesting and crammed with advice that would be well received by sailors young and old' Nautical Magazine

'Highly recommended' The Lifeboat