Fernhurst Books is an independent publisher specialising in watersports books. We were founded in 1979 and became one of the leading publishers of how-to watersports books.
After a period as Wiley Nautical, Fernhurst Books was re-established in 2013 and continues to publish books that instruct, inform and inspire those with a passion on, in or under the water.
Its 140 titles range from how-to guides to coffee-table books and cover sailing, surfing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, diving and fishing. If you want to get wet – we have a book on it!
This handbook gives beginners a firm base on which to build their game, improvers the chance to reset and experienced golfers the chance to take their game to a new level. Senior golfers are also given transforming advice. Using words, photos and videos, The Proper Golfing Handbook allows you to understand the theory first, then see it in action.
The invaluable guide to the essentials of the latest racing rules of sailing for 2025-28. Basic principles, definitions and rules are summarised; every part of a race is covered, including starts, mark rounding and obstructions. Colour diagrams ensure the concepts are easily understood. Spiral bound and splash-proof to stand up to frequent use.
The guide to the rules of sailing around the racecourse
by Bryan Willis
Price: $27.95
ISBN: 9781912621736
Publisher: Fernhurst Books
Pub Date: 2024-12-19
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
160 Pages
The racing rules bible for 40 years, fully updated for 2025 with the complete rules, changes, fundamental rules and a chapter on luffing and keeping clear. This best-selling guide then goes around the course, from start to finish, going through the key situations that occur repeatedly, explaining the rights and obligations of each boat in turn.
6 solo circumnavigations resulting in 5 podiums & 1 world record
by Jean-Luc Van Den Heede
With Didier Ravon
Translated by Riaan Smit
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621767
Publisher: Fernhurst Books
Pub Date: 2025-01-15
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
200 Pages
Jean-Luc Van Den Heede has rounded Cape Horn 12 times and completed 6 solo circumnavigations, achieving 5 race podiums and 1 world record (circumnavigation against the prevailing winds and currents, which he still holds). He finished third then second in the Vendée Globe and won the retro (‘as in 1968’) Golden Globe Race in 2019 at the age of 73.
Learn how to maximise enjoyment from one of the most successful youth classes: whether starting out or striving to win internationally. It covers: rigging the boat and early sailing experiences; developing skills on all points of sailing; tuning and racing. Featuring all 3 rigs and both rota-moulded (grey) and injection-moulded (red) boats.
A treasure trove of the most exciting tales of adventure afloat: from mountainous seas to a tropical paradise; from the majestic square rigger to the humble homemade yacht. The exploits of sailing’s greatest names are recounted, along with an eclectic mix of voyages that never made the headlines yet make compelling reading. Now back in hardback.
Get to grips with navigation at sea. This best-selling book gives you all the information you need to know to do just that! It starts from scratch, uses no jargon and features diagrams and pictures, instead of words, wherever possible. It covers all modern navigation and is recommended by Fernhurst Books for beginners and Day Skipper students.
Learn how to get the most out of the world’s most popular adult dinghy: for those starting out through to those striving to win a Club Championship. Covering: setting up the ILCA / Laser and early sailing experiences; developing skills on all points of sailing; tuning & racing. It features all 3 rigs plus the latest masts, sails and control lines.
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