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The Dinghy Cruising Companion 2nd edition: Tales and Advice from Sailing a Small Open Boat

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‘You will venture into the fringes of the wilderness with the minimum of simple gear, to live with it on its own terms. You will know that one of the sure ways to contentment in this life is a small boat, a fair wind, and a new coast to explore.’

Dinghy cruising is a wonderful way to experience nature and new coastlines at close quarters and low cost. Sailing where larger boats cannot reach and sleeping under canvas onboard or ashore, this is boating taken right back to the basics, and all the better for that. This guide, updated and expanded for its second edition, is invaluable for all aspiring or already-enthusiastic dinghy cruisers, showing how to get started and how to expand your horizons.

The information and advice is interwoven with wonderfully evocative stories of the author's adventures afloat, from idyllic weeks pottering around secluded rivers and coastlines to hair-raising voyages to remote islands. The text covers: finding a good boat; fitting out for daysailing; boatcraft under engine and oar; mooring and anchoring; preparing for open water; out at sea; coastal navigation; dinghy homemaking; keeping comfortable and safe. And for this new edition, an account of the author's first capsize, new material on electronics and clothing, and more information on boat designs.

Illustrated throughout with inspirational colour photos and helpful illustrations, this book shows just why small boats are the perfect passport to remote and beautiful places.

Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book.

G.W. · 24 February 2024

This is an excellent book, packed with helpful advice and information. It's inspiring too. I couldn't wait to get back out on the water having read it!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book

A.C. · 1 September 2022

Loved this book. I sail bigger boats and love the idea of dingy cruising. Author has done a super job with this book. Packed full of useful info and lots of wonderful pictures and information. I don’t believe there’s a more comprehensive text on Dingy cruising out there. Buy and enjoy.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good read

P. · 4 October 2024

Very good book,well worth buying.

5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the most comprehensive guide to dinghy cruising out there

S.D. · 11 April 2024

Roger Barnes' book on dinghy cruising is the 'must have' guide for anyone thinking of dinghy cruising. Very comprehensive and enlivened by his accounts of some of his own voyages. Thoroughly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars First class

M.A.A.C. · 5 August 2025

First class ,my Husband is doing up a boat very similar to Rogers ,loves the book

5.0 out of 5 stars great revised read

K.B. · 5 April 2023

I really enjoyed this revised updated edition which is my go to bible for cruising my little wooden boat Polly

5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful and very enjoyable

Q.S. · 8 May 2022

A useful, informative, and often very entertaining read.Loved it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Well written, a good read and a valuable source of information

T. · 29 January 2023

This was a very enjoyable book to read and the insertion of tales adds much variety. This is not a How to Sail book but advice and techniques gained from considerable experience for those with the basic skills. Having read it I will keep it as a book for reference in the future and perhaps note some of the tales as situations to avoid like the plague, particularly crossing Bideford Bar in bad weather.

Useful and well written

D. · 27 December 2024

A very useful reference for those who want to go dinghy cruising, camping and on RAIDs. Nice format and entertaining as well.

Kleinbootsegeln

A.K. · 26 January 2024

Sehr informatives Buch über das Segeln mit kleinen Booten.Dazu, inhaltlich abgegrenzt, unterhaltsame Erlebnisberichte zur Aauflockerung und zusätzlich Typbeschreibungen einiger Boote.

Knowledge is power this book is full of the answers.

A.C. · 14 November 2024

Suits my purpoise exactly. Living in lappland with long dark winters this book will undoubtably keep the dream shinning brightly. Educational and entertaining this Dinghy Cruising Companion will never be far from my side. Thank you R Barnes.

Le informazioni contenute

S.R. · 31 December 2022

Ottimo per chi vuole navigare con piccole barche

One of the best books on the topic from one of the foremost dinghy cruisers

S.M. · 3 November 2024

I can't help but say great things about Roger Barnes and his book. This book is a great reference, is entertaining, and is an inspiration for anyone looking to get started cruising in a small trailerable boat. If you somehow aren't familiar with Roger Barnes, any research into dinghy cruising will quickly reveal that he's a prolific sailor and proponent of doing so in small boats. He knows his stuff, has a friendly demeanor, and puts out top notch videos and writings. This book is worth more than the cost. Buy it now! You won't regret it.

The Dinghy Cruising Companion 2nd edition: Tales and Advice from Sailing a Small Open Boat

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The Dinghy Cruising Companion 2nd edition: Tales and Advice from Sailing a Small Open Boat

Product ID: K1472994299
Condition: New

4.7

Type: Paperback

AED16940

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by

Free delivery on orders over AED 200

Return and refund policies

Imported From: United Kingdom

At bolo.ae, we stand behind the authenticity and quality of every product we sell. We guarantee that all items offered on our website are 100% genuine, sourced directly from authorized distributors, trusted partners, or the original brands themselves.

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If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support . We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

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Description:

‘You will venture into the fringes of the wilderness with the minimum of simple gear, to live with it on its own terms. You will know that one of the sure ways to contentment in this life is a small boat, a fair wind, and a new coast to explore.’

Dinghy cruising is a wonderful way to experience nature and new coastlines at close quarters and low cost. Sailing where larger boats cannot reach and sleeping under canvas onboard or ashore, this is boating taken right back to the basics, and all the better for that. This guide, updated and expanded for its second edition, is invaluable for all aspiring or already-enthusiastic dinghy cruisers, showing how to get started and how to expand your horizons.

The information and advice is interwoven with wonderfully evocative stories of the author's adventures afloat, from idyllic weeks pottering around secluded rivers and coastlines to hair-raising voyages to remote islands. The text covers: finding a good boat; fitting out for daysailing; boatcraft under engine and oar; mooring and anchoring; preparing for open water; out at sea; coastal navigation; dinghy homemaking; keeping comfortable and safe. And for this new edition, an account of the author's first capsize, new material on electronics and clothing, and more information on boat designs.

Illustrated throughout with inspirational colour photos and helpful illustrations, this book shows just why small boats are the perfect passport to remote and beautiful places.

Review:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book.

G.W. · 24 February 2024

This is an excellent book, packed with helpful advice and information. It's inspiring too. I couldn't wait to get back out on the water having read it!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book

A.C. · 1 September 2022

Loved this book. I sail bigger boats and love the idea of dingy cruising. Author has done a super job with this book. Packed full of useful info and lots of wonderful pictures and information. I don’t believe there’s a more comprehensive text on Dingy cruising out there. Buy and enjoy.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good read

P. · 4 October 2024

Very good book,well worth buying.

5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the most comprehensive guide to dinghy cruising out there

S.D. · 11 April 2024

Roger Barnes' book on dinghy cruising is the 'must have' guide for anyone thinking of dinghy cruising. Very comprehensive and enlivened by his accounts of some of his own voyages. Thoroughly recommended.

5.0 out of 5 stars First class

M.A.A.C. · 5 August 2025

First class ,my Husband is doing up a boat very similar to Rogers ,loves the book

5.0 out of 5 stars great revised read

K.B. · 5 April 2023

I really enjoyed this revised updated edition which is my go to bible for cruising my little wooden boat Polly

5.0 out of 5 stars Very useful and very enjoyable

Q.S. · 8 May 2022

A useful, informative, and often very entertaining read.Loved it.

5.0 out of 5 stars Well written, a good read and a valuable source of information

T. · 29 January 2023

This was a very enjoyable book to read and the insertion of tales adds much variety. This is not a How to Sail book but advice and techniques gained from considerable experience for those with the basic skills. Having read it I will keep it as a book for reference in the future and perhaps note some of the tales as situations to avoid like the plague, particularly crossing Bideford Bar in bad weather.

Useful and well written

D. · 27 December 2024

A very useful reference for those who want to go dinghy cruising, camping and on RAIDs. Nice format and entertaining as well.

Kleinbootsegeln

A.K. · 26 January 2024

Sehr informatives Buch über das Segeln mit kleinen Booten.Dazu, inhaltlich abgegrenzt, unterhaltsame Erlebnisberichte zur Aauflockerung und zusätzlich Typbeschreibungen einiger Boote.

Knowledge is power this book is full of the answers.

A.C. · 14 November 2024

Suits my purpoise exactly. Living in lappland with long dark winters this book will undoubtably keep the dream shinning brightly. Educational and entertaining this Dinghy Cruising Companion will never be far from my side. Thank you R Barnes.

Le informazioni contenute

S.R. · 31 December 2022

Ottimo per chi vuole navigare con piccole barche

One of the best books on the topic from one of the foremost dinghy cruisers

S.M. · 3 November 2024

I can't help but say great things about Roger Barnes and his book. This book is a great reference, is entertaining, and is an inspiration for anyone looking to get started cruising in a small trailerable boat. If you somehow aren't familiar with Roger Barnes, any research into dinghy cruising will quickly reveal that he's a prolific sailor and proponent of doing so in small boats. He knows his stuff, has a friendly demeanor, and puts out top notch videos and writings. This book is worth more than the cost. Buy it now! You won't regret it.

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