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Pilot and Cruising Guide DVDs
Pilotage and Cruising Guide DVDs. Caribbean, Pacific and Mediterranean DVD guides are arranged first, followed by the UK Telepilot DVD series
The Abacos Island is the largest of 700 that make up the Bahamas. Starting at Walker's Cay in the northwest, this program covers every cay of every size from the beautiful Double Breasted Cay to Treasure Cay, Green Turtle, Man 'O War, Elbow Cay, Marsh Harbor and many others in this detailed guide for the entire area. 60 mins.
60 mins.
A guide to the southern parts of the Caribbean. This program takes you from Trinidad to Panama, Angel Falls in Venezuela & Colon in Panama. Discover the fishermen islands of Los Testigos and the wonderful, islands of Venezuela. Visit Tortuga, Los Roques and the lonely Aves which are almost never visited by tourists and seldom by cruising yachts. Visit the Netherland Antilles - the famous ABC Islands - Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao and finally take the lumpy passage to Colon in Panama where all the cruising boats gather to prepare for the Transit of the Panama Canal. Minutes: 25 mins
A must for anyone intending to transit the Panama Canal. All three methods of locking are experienced – side wall, alongside & centre chamber along with the permitted anchorage's in the Galapagos Islands. 25 mins.
Travel to the small Polynesian island of Fatu-Hiva & Tahuata which are almost never visited by outsiders, Nuku-Hiva with it’s ancient ruins of Polynesian villages & the Tuamotu Islands - only a few feet above sea level & sparsely populated. 25 mins
A visual guide to visiting Mexico. Features a round trip to Ensenada including extensive tours of the harbour, marinas and boating facilities, a side trip to Baja's wine region and in-depth interviews with boating Mexico experts, immigration and port officials plus advice on destinations throughout Baja and the Sea of Cortez. 100 mins
100 mins
Includes all the navigation information for the islands, trip planning and preparation, choosing a boat and charter, cruising destinations plus shoreside facilities and services. Explore the islands, including secluded harbors and beaches, the best diving and snorkeling sites and popular moorings.70 min.
St Thomas and St JohnAn invaluable guide for bareboat chartering or cruising. Covers trip preparation, navigation charts, choosing charters and the right boat, shopping, restaurants and all shoreside facilities. 70 mins.
Italy and the AdriaticUS produced film sailing through the Strait of Messina to the Aeolin Islands on to Croatia and finally up to Venice. Includes anchoring techniques, engine repairs in Venice and climbing a volcano.4.5 hours
US produced film sailing through the Strait of Messina to the Aeolin Islands on to Croatia and finally up to Venice. Includes anchoring techniques, engine repairs in Venice and climbing a volcano.
4.5 hours
4 Volume set, covering the Mediterranean:Vol. 1 - Western Med. from Straits of Gibraltar to Southern Spain and Menorca.Vol. 2 - Central Med. Sardinia to Corsica and on to MaltaVol. 3 Italy and the AdriaticVol. 4 - Greek Islands and TurkeyUS produced films. 12 hours
Vol. 1 - Western Med. from Straits of Gibraltar to Southern Spain and Menorca.Vol. 2 - Central Med. Sardinia to Corsica and on to MaltaVol. 3 Italy and the AdriaticVol. 4 - Greek Islands and Turkey
US produced films. 12 hours
From Miami to Key West, this program shows you the Keys from land, sea and air. For the charter or visiting yachtsman this video guide is an invaluable resource.60 mins.
Take a trip through the spectacular American Caribbean! Visit the beautiful keys, Key Largo, Islamorada to swim with the dolphins, Key West, the restored lighthouse, Dry Tortugas & Fort Jefferson. 60 min.
Sailing from the Adriatic Sea with nautical highlights of Greece.The voyage starts in Croatia, goes along the Italian coast southwards to cross the Street of Otranto and arrives on the Greek island of Othonoi. A round trip begins in Corfu where selected sites like Paxos, Levkas, Meganision, Ithaka and top destinations along the mainland are presented. All the recordings of this film were made on board. Many pictures show a bird's-eye view, so you have a great view of the bays, anchorages and harbours visited.Running time: 60 mins.
The voyage starts in Croatia, goes along the Italian coast southwards to cross the Street of Otranto and arrives on the Greek island of Othonoi. A round trip begins in Corfu where selected sites like Paxos, Levkas, Meganision, Ithaka and top destinations along the mainland are presented.
All the recordings of this film were made on board. Many pictures show a bird's-eye view, so you have a great view of the bays, anchorages and harbours visited.
Running time: 60 mins.
Crossing the spectacular sailing area of the Caribbean.From Trinidad/Tobago along the ‘Windwards’ to Cuba and Guatemala. Cays like paradise, dangerous and dramatic encounters, a world of extremes and a world of beauty.Running time: approx 60 mins
From Trinidad/Tobago along the ‘Windwards’ to Cuba and Guatemala. Cays like paradise, dangerous and dramatic encounters, a world of extremes and a world of beauty.
Running time: approx 60 mins
A sailing trip through the Greek islands of Dodecades and Cyclades. Strong winds prevail, forgotten islands can be found and many sites to attract tourists.Running time: approx 60 mins.
Running time: approx 60 mins.
A sailing trip through the enchanting seas of Turkey. Spectacular images and the impressive sailing waters of the Turkish Riviera and the Aegean.Running time: approx. 60 mins
Running time: approx. 60 mins
A circumnavigation of the Isle of Wight.Aerial shots supported by underwater and offshore pictures illustrating many of the hazards found around the coastline of the Island.This DVD is designed to supplement the information you will find on charts. It should not be used for navigation.
Aerial shots supported by underwater and offshore pictures illustrating many of the hazards found around the coastline of the Island.
This DVD is designed to supplement the information you will find on charts. It should not be used for navigation.
Shepperton to Tower BridgeThis pilotage DVD contains all the advice and warnings, including the half tide section. Information via National Rivers Authority and Port of London Authority interviews.180 mins
This pilotage DVD contains all the advice and warnings, including the half tide section. Information via National Rivers Authority and Port of London Authority interviews.180 mins
Pilot DVD from Tower Bridge past Woolwich, to Thames Reach and Medway.180 mins.
180 mins.
This DVD prepares you for taking a craft to sea for your first off-shore passage. Traditional navigation should the electrics fail.110mins
An Estuary CrossingThis pilot DVD crosses the Thames Estuary via the North Edinburgh Channel through the sandbanks close to low water. 60 mins
60 mins
The Route to RochesterAn approach from the North East via the South Shoebury buoy, or Essex side of the Thames Estuary. Into the Medway past Garrison Point and up through the Medway towns to Medway Bridge Marina.180mins
Havengore Passage 'The Shoal Draft Short CutPilot DVD to and from Thames Estuary and Burnham On Crouch. The pilotage is carried out in both directions, over the Broomway through the lifting bridge to Potton Point in the River Crouch.120mins.
Crouch and Roach RiversEast Swale to BattlesbridgeThis pilotage DVD includes a passage accross the Thames Estuary from the East Swale.180mins.
180mins.
The Dover Strait crossing to France Tele-Pilot, shot in worsening conditions and gale force winds. This video will either stop you going, or let you know what you are in for!120 mins.
Poole to Alderney, Needles to Cherbourg and to Alderney.The longer crossing. Filmed over several crossings and giving a variety of conditions. This video includes advice on the tidal stream effect.180 mins.
Losing an anchor off Sandwich Bar and the associated problems. Tigt River Stour navigation plus mooring advice at Town Quay. Dover includes access via both entrances and using VHF to avoid the frequent ferries.180 mins.
This video continues on from the Channel 3 DVD. Bray, Alderney to St Peter Port and Beaucette Guernsey. Navigating the Swinge and Little Russel Passages.162 mins.
162 mins.
St Peter Port to St Helier, including a special feature on thetidal stream. St Helier port signals, advice on ship manoeuvres, passing Corbiere Light House.120 mins
120 mins
An approach starting at the Nab Tower, Information needed to safely pass the Winner Bank. Includes information at Sparkes Yacht Harbour and a visit to Hayling Island Sailing Club.60 mins.
North of the Winner bank. Includes Chichester Marina, Birdham Pool, Dell Quay, Northney Marina, Emsworth, Mill Rythe, Furzfield Creek.180 mins.
Approach via the submerged barrier off Southsea, includes a full coverage of Southsea Marina, Brockhampton Quay, Kendals Wharf.60 mins.
Approach at Spit Sand Fort and enter the very busy harbour entrance and the required Small Craft Passage. Visit Camber and Nicholsons MArina, passage to Port Solent Marina and the passage to Fareham Creek.60 mins.
A complete anti clockwise passage staring and finishing at St Catherines Point after leaving Chichester entrance.180 mins.
East Head to Studland Bay.140 mins.
Approach from English Channel via Anvil Point and Swanage. Shows the hazardous Poole entrance, buoyage system and 4.5knot tide. Lifting Poole bridge. Cobbs Quay, Salterns Marina, mooring advice at Poole Quay.177 mins.