New Edition March 2008. 6th Edition. The primary guide to planning routes and itineraries when sailing across an ocean or around the world. Geared specifically to the needs of small-boat sailors, over 1000 routes are defined by the best time of year for the passage, prevailing winds and currents, the most favorable routes to take through tricky areas, and the best approaches for various landfalls. The basic charts and pilots for planning each route are also listed, along with over 6000 waypoints.