'Competent Crew' covers both the shorebased and the practical aspects of the RYA Competent Crew course. It aims to prepare readers for the first time afloat by explaining basic sea skills and boat handling.
Targeted at motor cruiser owners, this reference guide equips skippers of power-driven vessels cruising at 10 to 40 knots to confidently navigate coastal passages and short open sea stretches. It offers essential information for exploring new harbors and anchorages within a manageable half-day journey, ensuring safety and ease in maritime adventures.