Overview
A complete reference for anyone contemplating sailing the Pacific in their own boat. From ideal timing, suitable boats, routes, methods of communication and provisioning to seasonal weather, departure and arrival ports, facilities, likely costs and dangers, the comprehensiveness of this new edition will both inspire dreamers and instill confidence in those about to depart. This is the definitive reference on the subject, relied upon by many thousands of cruisers.Synopsis
This book will be invaluable for anyone planning a Pacific crossing, whether as part of a circumnavigation or merely to explore the Pacific islands. A sister volume to The Atlantic Crossing Guide, this book follows a similar format by giving first hand advice on a wide range of practical matters.
Booknews
A valuable guide for those planning a Pacific crossing as part of a circumnavigation or to explore the Pacific Islands, following a similar format to the publisher's . Part I contains information on preparing the boat, equipment, and crew; weather and seasons; provisions; ocean cruising techniques; health matters; radio communications; and achieving happy relationships with South Sea Islanders. Part II details east-to-west and west-to-east routes, and describes each of the island groups through which the routes pass. Part III gives detailed landfall information for 43 ports. Each entry contains general information as well as information on approach and entry, anchorage and moorings, formalities, facilities, and communications, with b&w nautical charts. Includes b&w and color photos. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.