Gain confidence for ocean passages with the book The Complete Ocean Skipper by Tom Cunliffe - a practically oriented guide for anyone who wants to be better prepared for sailing on the open sea.

This manual provides clear and usable advice for planning and executing longer offshore voyages. Whether you have sailing experience and want to consolidate it systematically, or you are preparing for your first more demanding passages, The Complete Ocean Skipper offers guidance on topics such as navigation, safety, weather, and onboard operations.

The book is suitable for those who want to improve their ocean sailing skills and better prepare for more independent passages. It contains recommendations on how to proceed in common and less usual situations, and practical tips for handling a sailing yacht or motorboat in various sea conditions. The information in the publication can help increase safety and improve decision-making on the water, but does not replace formal training or mandatory safety equipment.

Why choose The Complete Ocean Skipper?

• Broad coverage of topics: addresses key areas of ocean sailing, from navigation to safety procedures.
• Suitable for different experience levels: can serve beginners and more advanced sailors as a supplement and systematization of knowledge.
• Practical advice: focuses on procedures usable in practice and solutions for typical situations at sea.
• Emphasis on safety: offers recommendations on how to reduce risks and how to act in crisis scenarios.
• Inspiration for voyage planning: can help with preparation and thoughtful planning of further offshore trips.

Main advantages of the book

• Guidance and recommendations for planning sea routes.
• Navigation techniques and orientation at sea.
• Information about meteorology and how weather affects passage-making.
• An overview of safety measures and procedures for emergency situations.
• Tips for maintenance and for organizing the running of the boat during a voyage.