Synopses & Reviews
Sailing in keelboats is an exhilarating, demanding, and hugely rewarding pursuit. The basics can be learned within days; from there a lifetime's worth of experience awaits. This easy-to-read book expertly guides you through how to sail, cruise, and race on keelboats. Every aspect is covered, from initial preparation to specific techniques and advice. The first section takes the reader through all the essential information about how a sailboat moves, where and when to sail, waves and tides, and basic sailing rules. The second section includes facts about different types of keel and rig, and how to maintain equipment and safety standards on board. This includes useful advice about how to choose the best offshore clothing. The third section concentrates on core techniques, with step-by-step pictures that show how to position the sails and maneuvre a craft in all kinds of challenging weather conditions. An emphasis on the practical, along with 230 fantastic specially commissioned color photographs and illustrations and easy-to-follow text, makes this book an essential guide for beginners and experienced sailors alike.
Synopsis
Sailing in keelboats is an exhilarating, demanding and hugely rewarding pursuit. The basics can be learned within days; from there a lifetime's worth of experience awaits. This easy-to-read book expertly guides you through how to sail, cruise and race.