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Download or read book Spinnaker Handling written by Bent Aarre and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spinnakers are no longer the preserve of racing yachts; cruisers have also been seduced by the sail's dramatic contribution to speed and excitement. This second edition describes handling techniques in all situations and weather conditions and in boats of all sizes, from dingies to coastal cruisers to offshore racers.
Book Synopsis A Sail for All Seasons by : Ian Nicolson
Download or read book A Sail for All Seasons written by Ian Nicolson and published by Sheridan House, Inc.. This book was released on 1998 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ian Nicolson, a professional boat designer and sail maker withover 30 years of experience, has created a book that is guaranteed to improve the abiltiy and understanding of all sailors. He has compiled over 150 practical tips with easy-to-follow instructins that cover all sail types and situations. Mainsails, genoas, working jibs and stay sails, spinnkers, storm jibs, and trisails are all discussed in depth.
Book Synopsis The Best of Sail Trim by : Charles Mason
Download or read book The Best of Sail Trim written by Charles Mason and published by Sheridan House, Inc.. This book was released on 2000-07 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An anthology of authoritative articles from SAIL magazine--one of the world's major sailing magazines.
Download or read book The Sailing Handbook written by Dave Cox and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2000 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete, beautifully illustrated introduction to sailboats and sailing. Evolution of sailboat design, from dinghies to ocean racers.
Book Synopsis The Complete Sailing Manual by : Steve Sleight
Download or read book The Complete Sailing Manual written by Steve Sleight and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-06-01 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only sailing manual you will ever need, covering everything from sailing basics to making repairs and mastering navigation. The undisputed market leader in sailing guides, this fully revised and updated sailing manual, with a foreword by quadruple Olympic gold medallist Sir Ben Ainslie, answers questions about any sailing situation, with thorough coverage of all aspects of sailing and boat ownership. In DK's The Complete Sailing Manual, former British national champion Steve Sleight offers a wealth of expert advice and guidance in the form of a complete course on seamanship, which is brought to life with breathtaking action photography and clear instructions. Fully revised, this new edition features all of the latest developments in sailing--including foiling, long-distance cruising, and high-speed apparent-wind sailing--and navigation, with technology such as modern performance systems and electronic navigation. It also highlights the latest rules, regulations, and best practices necessary for every avid sailor, from the novice to the seasoned seaperson. Includes essential information, handy diagrams, and step-by-step illustrations, The Complete Sailing Manual is the ultimate sailing ebook to keep by your side when you're out on the waves.
Book Synopsis The Complete Sailing Manual, 4th Edition by : Steve Sleight
Download or read book The Complete Sailing Manual, 4th Edition written by Steve Sleight and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you're a novice or experienced skipper, everything you need to know about sailing is in this ebook. A market leader in sailing guides, the fourth edition of The Complete Sailing Manual is packed with informative text from former British national champion Steve Sleight, and includes a foreword by Olympic gold medalist Sir Ben Ainslie. Steve Sleight's expert advice is brought to life with breathtaking action photography and clear illustrations. This invaluable e-guide offers extensive coverage of sailing practice, including foiling catamarans, apparent wind sailing, long-distance cruising, and electronic navigation. From tying knots and boat care to vital equipment, learn all you need to know to become a sailor and boat owner. Further your understanding of the sport and develop your technique with information on the science and physics of sailing a boat. The Complete Sailing Manual also shows you how to become a confident competitor with tips on the etiquette, rules, and techniques of racing a course. Includes essential information, handy diagrams, and step-by-step artwork.
Book Synopsis Sail and Rig Tuning by : Ivar Dedekam
Download or read book Sail and Rig Tuning written by Ivar Dedekam and published by *Wiley Nautical. This book was released on 2000-04-07 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to tuning the sails and rigs of yachts and small keelboats, featuring step-by-step instructions and more than 150 illustrations.
Book Synopsis Royce's Sailing Illustrated by : Patrick M. Royce
Download or read book Royce's Sailing Illustrated written by Patrick M. Royce and published by ProStar Publications. This book was released on 1997 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Gaff Rig Handbook by : John Leather
Download or read book The Gaff Rig Handbook written by John Leather and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2013-11-11 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the internationally regarded definitive handbook for anyone designing, building, rigging or sailing gaff rigged craft. It provides a fascinating insight into the design, history, techniques and developments of a rig which has evolved through the centuries. John Leather outlines the practical aspects of the masts, spars, sails, running and standing rigging, and contrasts the development of the gaff rig in Britain, America, Scandinavia and France. 'Regarded internationally as the definitive book for anyone designing, building, rigging or sailing a gaff-rigged vessel.' Kelvin Hughes 'The book's longevity says it all.' Water Craft
Book Synopsis Fast Handling Technique by : Frank Bethwaite
Download or read book Fast Handling Technique written by Frank Bethwaite and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Fast handling technique promises to guide racing sailors on how to gain (and maintain) their edge. It informs, instructs and enable them to employ the techniques and timing of the most successful racers, making racing more competitive and, ultimately, more exciting"-- Back cover.
Download or read book Sailing written by Jeremy Evans and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-04-16 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are interested in racing a small boat every weekend or cruising in a yacht once a year, Sailing is the perfect primer. Learn everything you need to know about taking your boat to the water. Sailing demonstrates basic techniques, from cruising to racing in small and large boats. This guide covers basic safety, navigation, and includes an equipment section, in addition to profiling the best sites in the world for sailing.
Book Synopsis Practical Boat Building and Handling by : Warren H. Miller
Download or read book Practical Boat Building and Handling written by Warren H. Miller and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2015-03-10 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic book about wooden boat-building and handling of its time. First published in 1917, this work covers the construction and building of all kind of boats from canoes, kajaks and sailing boats up to motor boats.
Download or read book Cruising World written by and published by . This book was released on 1976-01 with total page 1128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Cruising World written by and published by . This book was released on 1989-01 with total page 1134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Around the World Rally by : Jimmy Cornell
Download or read book Around the World Rally written by Jimmy Cornell and published by Sheridan House, Inc.. This book was released on 1993 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Around the World Rally provides a detailed analysis of how 36 different cruising boats, their equipment and crew performed during 16 months and 24,000 miles of tough ocean sailing. Divided into sections covering all aspects of cruising from equipment, instruments, sails and maintenance to provisioning, navigation and watch-keeping, it offers valuable lessons to any sailor, whether cruising in local waters or planning a circumnavigation.
Download or read book Cruising World written by and published by . This book was released on 1999-01 with total page 2228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis RYA Advanced Sailing (G-G12) by : Royal Yachting Association
Download or read book RYA Advanced Sailing (G-G12) written by Royal Yachting Association and published by Royal Yachting Association. This book was released on 2019-01-24 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This third edition of RYA Advanced Sailing is designed to accompany the advanced sailing modules in the RYA National Sailing Scheme. It includes: • Day sailing. • Seamanship skills. • Sailing with spinnakers. • Start racing. • Performance sailing. This book features an informative but easy-to-understand format which is packed full of detailed drawings and diagrams. This provides clear instructions on the different manoeuvres, and detailed explanations of relevant sailing theory. An invaluable aid to anyone taking one of the RYA advanced sailing modules, it follows on from the first eBook in the series, Start Sailing. It is the perfect progression for people who are hoping to improve their knowledge and skills. This edition has been updated with a completely new layout, including larger and more detailed illustrations to help enhance learning. It also includes extra details on dealing with capsizes, trapezing, and foiling. Accessibility Screen Reader Friendly: Yes Accessibility Summary: This publication conforms to WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Long descriptions are present. Accessibility Features: Images have alternate text Images have long descriptions Book has table of contents Accessibility Hazards: None Accessibility Conformance: WCAG 2.0 AA Self-Certified by: Royal Yachting Association
