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  Introduction to Yacht Design -...

  Ian Nicolson

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  For all those who love boats, their 'lines' are an essential element in the appreciation of individual craft. But what are these lines and how are they created? This book introduces the reader to the key principles of yacht design in a straightforward and understandable manner, allowing them to be aware of the elements and processes involved. Most of the complex maths has been replaced with simple rules of thumb. Any boat owner will benefit from understanding the characteristics of boat design which will help them if they want to modify the hull, rig, deck layout or accommodation. It will be equally useful to boat buyers who want to ask questions like: "How will she sail?"; "How much will she cost?"; "How easy is it to change things?" and "How can I reduce or increase sail area without upsetting the balance?" Boat owners and buyers will be able to feel more confident when talking to designers and boatbuilders about their current or future boat. While novice boat designers can start their journey with this book, giving them a good foundation whether they want to use pencil and paper or Computer-Aided Design. So, if you are any of the above, or simply have an interest in yacht design, this is the book for you!

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  The Co-Captain's Log

  Katherine Gonzalez, Andre Gonzalez

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  From the Graveyard of the Pacific to the paradise of the Polynesian Islands…This is the true story of a journey with real people, real places, and the adventures that inevitably follow. 
  Katherine and Andrés leave lucrative jobs and a stable life to accomplish his dream of sailing the world. 
  She worries what awaits them beyond the horizon: Failure? Pirates? Poverty? Will they make it to the South Pacific, and will they survive the voyage? (Better yet, will their marriage?) 
  The epic expedition puts them face-to-face with waves that threaten to take their lives, whales that take their breath away, and strangers who show serendipitous hospitality. 
  Katherine, a natural storyteller, invites you aboard to experience first-hand an immersive, multimedia journey that places you on deck as they cross the world’s largest ocean.The Co-Captain's Log features:An ensemble cast with stories read by the authorsA multimedia Pacific Crossing experience with photos, videos, and audioAn accompanying PDF with recipes, maps and full-color photos so you can get your bearings as you travel through the bookA discussion guide and other book club resources to make your next book club meeting lively and memorableResources so you can use the book to supplement your child's curriculumYou'll travel vicariously to:Washington State & the San Juan IslandsWest Coast of the USA: Oregon coast, California coast, Channel Islands National Park, Catalina IslandBaja California and the Sea of Cortez in MexicoPacific OceanFrench Polynesia: Marquesas, Tuamotu, Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora BoraAmerican SamoaTonga

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  Racing Against Time - On Ironman...

  Jeffrey Weiss

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  Racing Against Time is the inspiring true story of Jeff Weiss's incredible transformation in midlife. At 48 years old, out of shape and searching for new purpose, Weiss took on his first 10K-an event that would spark a profound personal evolution. What began as a simple challenge soon turned into an extraordinary journey of endurance, perseverance, and self-discovery. Within a decade, he pushed beyond perceived limits, becoming an Ironman and ultramarathoner, proving that age is no barrier to strength and ambition. 
  Kirkus calls Racing Against Time: “An engaging and reflective life journey that captures the grit, grace, and quiet triumphs of endurance sports.”  It compares Racing Against Time to one of the great running books of recent years: “The memoir’s honest reflections on physical challenges and mental resilience resonate alongside classics like Haruki Murakami’s What I Talk About When I Talk About Running, blending the physical demands of sport with introspective growth.”   
  “If you’re looking for inspiration and motivation, Racing Against Time will get you going!” 
  New York Times Bestselling Author and legendary ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes 
  “Part memoir and all inspiration, Racing Against Time has it all: family, life, midlife transformation, tragedy with triumph, and, thankfully, a whole lot of UltraRunning.  I’m stoked about another book from Jeff, and I think you will be too.”   
  Travis Macy, author of The Ultra Mindset: An Endurance Champion’s 8 Core Principles for Success in Business, Sports, and Life. 
  “Weiss’s story illustrates the power and joy of mid-life transformation.”   
  Chip Conley, bestselling author of Learning to Love Midlife and Founder, Modern Elder Academy

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  Mind vs Target - Six steps to...

  Bob Palmer

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  The highly acclaimed SportExcel System is the revolutionary way to inject the Zone into your game. Shooters from around the globe have been applying the system to win for the last 25 years at all levels, from recreational trap shooting to Olympic skeet, to a dozen other competitive shooting games.   
  Backed by the science of how the brain works, SportExcel gives you a formula based on the Zone decoded. And this Zone System has been tested, proven and backed by Olympian medalists and other elite athletes. The precise formula for winning is presented in a step-by-step manner that gets and keeps you on the winning track.  
  For consistency in your game, the SportExcel formula will: 
  ·     Make the Zone feel normal 
  ·     Quiet your mind and remove the doubt 
  ·     Block out distracting thoughts, people and things 
  ·     Remove mistakes and misses from your memory 
  ·     Make learning easy and end bad habits 
  ·     Create target images that are bright and big (and slow) 
  ·     Initiate a fiery commitment to winning, leadership and fun 
  Whether you’re a world-class shooter, a weekend enthusiast, a beginner, a coach or a parent, this book is your handbook for teaching your very powerful mind to apply the Zone to the wonderful experience of winning. 

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  Inspirational Soccer Stories for...

  Finn Manning

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  Discover the magic of soccer through inspirational stories of talented legends! 
  Have you ever wondered how the world’s greatest soccer players became who they were? 
  Are you curious about the ups and downs that made them into winning players? 
  Do you want to know how soccer legends make the world better, one goal at a time? 
  This audiobook walks you through the most inspiring stories from the world of soccer, showing off the remarkable journeys of legendary players and their impactful contributions – in and out of their jerseys! 
  In this audiobook, you will:Dare to Dream - Meet soccer stars like Lucy Bronze and Siphiwe Tshabalala, who dreamed big and achieved great thingsBe Inspired - Discover how Didier Drogba and Juan Mata used their talents to change things for the goodLearn to Challenge Difficulties - Learn about players like Ali Daei and Héctor Bellerín, who overcame tough times and came out on topBreak Barriers - Be inspired by the many barriers broken by Nadine Angerer and Sunil ChhetriFuel Your Passion - Experience the fiery passion of Landon Donovan and Mo Salah, who never gave up on their dreamsCelebrate Miracles - Tear up as you read stories about Iraq and Zambia and their respective Continental CupsBe In Awe - See through the eyes of trailblazing minds like Marta Vieira da Silva and Abby Wambach in women’s soccerUse Your Influence - Understand why using your influence to help fix the world matters, with stories of Homare Sawa and Marcus Rashford 
  Click on the “Add to Cart” button now, and be ready to be fired up by the inspiring world of soccer legends!

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  Walk With You

  Spencer McKay

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  Fit or fresh off the couch, spiritual or searching, outgoing or shy, retired or young and crazy, grieving or joyful, confident or just willing to try - one thing is for damn sure: the Appalachian Trail does not care what shape you are in, but will undoubtedly shape who you will become. 
  Thousands of people attempt to hike the rugged footpath, America’s oldest long-distance trail, each year. Few succeed yet all are changed. After the loss of a dear friend, three young men set out to hike the Appalachian Trail in his honor in 2007. It was a dream - a mission, really- that they all hoped to share. This is their story.

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