Publications.
The books, booklets and videos listed below are all produced by the HCGB and are all available from our Information and Publications officer.
Details on how to order are at the bottom of this page.
Flying Without Wings (DVD or VHS-PAL Video) £9.99
A 25 min video/DVD which demonstrates the fun and accessibility of Hovercraft racing and cruising.
Please specify DVD or Video when ordering.
Hovercraft: The Constructor's Guide (116 page Book) £17.00
The Hovercraft Club best selling fully illustrated guide which deals with all aspects of the design and construction of a simple single engine integrated Hovercraft.
New Fully Revised Addition - March 2002 ISBN: 0-906535-55-7
Hovercraft: The Constructor's Guide (CD-ROM version) £12.95
CD-ROM. ISBN: 0-906535-50-6
Construction Regulations for Racing Hovercraft(2005 CD-ROM) £4.00
An essential guide to the regulations concerned with the design, construction and safety requirements for Racing Hovercraft. All Hovercraft entering Club events MUST conform to these requirements.
ISBN: 0-906535-47-3
Construction Regulations for Cruising Hovercraft(2005 CD-ROM) £4.00
This book is the recommended guide for the design and construction of a hovercraft designed specifically for cruising and covers all safety requirements recommended by the Hovercraft Club.
ISBN: 0-906535-58-1
National Hovercraft Racing Competition Regulations(2005 CD-ROM) £4.00
This publication provides information on all the regulations and procedures concerned with entry into National Hovercraft race events, covering both driver and craft requirements.
ISBN: 0-906535-52-2
New Racing Driver Guidelines (2005) CD-ROM
This information sheet (Free to new drivers) replaces "New Racing Driver Handbook". it guides the new driver through a number of easy preparation stages from applying for a first operating licence to entering first novice races
A Guide to Model Hovercraft SOLD OUT
An informative and interesting guide which discusses the various types of model Hovercraft, with a wide range of sketches and drawings.ISBN: 0-906535-39-5
Hover Humour £1.50
A collection of cartoons, sketches and silly bits aimed at raising a titter, chuckle or even a belly laugh from the discerning reader.Certificate of Competence Test Schedule for Cruising & Recreational Hovercraft
WITHDRAWN - replaced by PQS
Formula 35 Handbook
Detailed information on the specifications for Formula 35 are now Appendix F in the Racing and Cruising Constructions Regulations
Hovercraft: Constructors Guide and Flying Without Wings £15.00
Now combined on a new CD-Rom Our best-selling guide to DIY hovercraft building on CD-Rom Adobe Portable Document Format (pdf) and our Flying Without Wings video (on MPEG1 Auto Format, for easy viewing) demonstrating just how accessible the sport of hovercraft racing or cruising can be from building to participating. A final file - What’s It All About” shows all sides of the fun and enjoyment that can be gained from the sport of Light Hovercraft as part of the Hovercraft Club of Great Britain - from driving to marshalling, from scoring to course building, from racing to cruising, at local hover-ins to international events - at which anyone can join in from 11 years old till you wear out!Guidelines for the Safe Operation of Cruising Hovercraft £3.00
Contains much valuable information for operating different types of hovercraft on various terrains. Includes such information as pre-cruise checks, recommended safety equipment and Wind Scale definitions.ISBN: 0-906535-60-3
For UK orders please print off and complete the order form and send it to :-
HCGB Ltd.
PO Box 328,
Bolton,
UK. BL6 4FP.
+44 (0)1204 841248
Send a cheque for the full amount or ring with your credit card details.
Postage Free within the UK
Overseas add £5 for 3 items, plus 75p for further items.
CD ROM only add £3 postage (sterling cheques only)
Full details from Publications Officer info@hovercraft.org.uk