Sailing gifts

Join Johnny Wray in the enduring New Zealand classic that has inspired adventurers for generations, as South Sea Vagabonds embarks on its 75th anniversary edition. A tale of resilience, daring, and the pursuit of dreams, this narrative follows Johnny's journey from the bustling shores of Auckland to the serene, untouched beauty of the South Pacific's azure waters and palm-fringed atolls....

How To Read Water by Tristan Gooley is an extraordinary guide that unlocks the secrets held within the water bodies around us. Drawing upon his extensive experience and expeditions, Gooley offers readers an insightful journey through the characteristics of ponds, puddles, rivers, seas, and oceans, all without leaving the comfort of your favourite reading nook. A Sunday Times 'Must Read'...

Meet Peter Blake, the famous New Zealand yachtsman, who won the world's most famous yacht races and worked to help save the world's precious waterways. A stunning biographical picture book for young readers about Sir Peter Blake, world-renowned New Zealand yachtsman, adventurer, and environmentalist. "Remember," he wrote, "this is the most beautiful world, and it's the only one we've got."...

A beautifully written and illustrated manifesto for the simple joys of sailing a small boat, filled with useful advice and techniques. Sailing a dinghy is your gateway to adventure. It requires little of you other than self-reliance and self-confidence, as well as a respect for the subtleties of the local climate and topography. Out at sea in a small boat,...

In 1968 nine sailors set off in a race to single-handedly circumnavigate the globe nonstop—something that had never been done before. Ten months later, only one of the nine men would cross the finish line and earn fame, wealth, and glory. For the others, the reward was madness, failure, and death. Gorgeously written and meticulously researched, this extraordinary book chronicles...

The America's Cup has been the world's most prestigious yacht race for over 170 years. The first contest, in 1851, around the Isle of Wight against the British fleet for a wager, was won by the New York pilot boat America. Named in honour of the first winner, the America's Cup races were dominated by American yachts for well over...

If you enjoy activities like boating, climbing, or crafting, you'll understand that knowing how to tie knots comes in handy. Now you can learn this practical life skill with The Knot Box. Practice the Water Bowline, the Scaffold Hitch, the Flemish Bend knot, and more! With 40 knots to try, The Knot Box is your go-to guide to securing, fastening,...

Moana 2: Giant Activity Pad (Disney) invites you on an incredible journey with Moana, who has bravely answered the call of the ancestors. However, navigating the open waters isn't a task she can tackle alone. Complete a variety of engaging activities and breathe life into new scenes as you delve into these pages. Join Moana and her friends on a...

Darkness has fallen over the island of Motunui! Can you find Moana and her friends and family in these six adventurous darkened scenes? Use the paper spotlight searcher inside as a magic torch by sliding it across the page to find them! Slide the Magic Torch to reveal the picture! Discover the enchanting world of Where's Moana?: Seafaring Searchlight Edition...

Amsterdam's numerous canals make it the Venice of the North, but all of Nederland is filled with waterways. A rail journey in this low-lying country - where 20% of the land is below sea level - crosses countless bridges. Spend too much time admiring the beauty and you'll spend your money in bridge tolls! The fourth in the series of...

The definitive bible of every knot seafarers need to know, packed with step-by-step diagrams and photography. Featuring all the knots, hitches, bends, splices, whipping, and decorative knotwork that you would find on a boat, this comprehensive guide will help sailors, climbers, anglers, and all those who regularly use knotwork master essential skills. Over 200 knots are scored for strength, reliability,...

Knots and Splices

Brimming with knowledge and experience . . . delightful TRISTAN GOOLEY, DAILY TELEGRAPH A fabulous compendium of terror and disaster, expertise and courage ADAM NICOLSON, author of The Seabird's Cry Evokes panoramas of sea and land with confident flair WALL STREET JOURNAL What's in a cloud? What separates a tropical storm from a winter blizzard? And what exactly is El...