Sailing Fundamentals
Sailing Fundamentals

Author: Gary Jobson

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2008-09-08

Total Pages: 230

ISBN-13: 1439136785

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The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, with over 150 line drawings and photographs. Written by America’s foremost instructional authority, the new edition of Sailing Fundamentals combines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association, it is also used in the programs of many yacht clubs, colleges, and sailing groups. Unlike most introductory sailing books, which reflect the biases and idiosyncrasies of their authors, Sailing Fundamentals has been extensively pretested by ASA professional instructors to ensure that it offers the fastest, easiest, most systematic way to learn basic sailing and basic coastal cruising. This book covers every aspect of beginning sailing—from hoisting sail to docking and anchoring—and specifically prepares the learner to qualify for sailing certification according to international standards. Widely acclaimed author Gary Jobson has won several major races, including the 1977 America’s Cup victory as tactician aboard Courageous. He was head sailing coach at the US Naval Academy, and has conducted sailing clinics across the country.

Learn Sailing Right!
Learn Sailing Right!

Author: United States Sailing Association

Publisher: U.S. Sailing Association

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780982167687

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Learn Sailing Right Intermediate Sailing is the next logical step in the progression of skills. Learn Sailing Right! Intermediate Sailing is about sailing faster and smarter with greater confidence. As an intermediate sailor, you no longer need to think about how to tack, return to the dock or rig your boat. These maneuvers are now as natural as breathing. Where sailing is simplified for beginners as they learn fundamental skills and concepts, intermediate sailors are ready for deeper explanations and some of the details behind how a sailboat works.

RYA Tactics (G-G40)
RYA Tactics (G-G40)

Author: Royal Yachting Association

Publisher: Royal Yachting Association

Published: 2020-05-05

Total Pages: 712

ISBN-13:

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RYA Tactics is the go-to handbook for all sailors and coaches interested in improving their performance on the race course. Written by sailing tactics specialist Mark Rushall, it is based on his many years of successful dinghy and keelboat racing, and his career as an Olympic sailing coach. Packed with easy-to-digest advice and information, it has clear diagrams and explanations and features excellent photography throughout to demonstrate racing in action. RYA Tactics breaks down the myths around racing tactics and provides you with winning strategies for a wide range of race courses and weather conditions. Written from the perspective of both coach and sailor, RYA Tactics takes you logically and holistically through each aspect of a sailing race. Shedding a new light on mastering race tactics, it has three easy-to-follow sections: Setting the scene Before the start The race The third edition features new chapters that include cutting-edge advice on analysing weather conditions, club racing, positioning as a strategy, and tactics in fast boats. It also discusses strategy building and looks at all parts of the race in detail, recommending specific tactics for each stage. Whether you’re looking to understand wind shifts better, start fast, use a race compass, or get round the marks first, this book will get you there. 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

Wind Strategy
Wind Strategy

Author: David Houghton

Publisher: Fernhurst Books Limited

Published: 2016-09-13

Total Pages: 379

ISBN-13: 1909911852

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The wind powers everything a sailor does and this book will help you to understand it. As a result you will be more prepared for your race, able to anticipate changes in the wind better and know what to do when they come. The first edition of this book was published in 1986, and it has been the go-to wind book for dinghy champions ever since. This new-look fourth edition is fully updated for modern forecasting and analyses a revised set of popular racing venues around the world: unveiling what to expect from the weather at over 25 regatta locations, it will get you ahead of the competition and powering up the leaderboard.

A Manual of Sail Trim
A Manual of Sail Trim

Author: Stuart H. Walker

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 1985

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780393032963

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A guide for racing covers the principles of sail trim, crew movement techniques, maneuvers, and control systems, and gives advice on adjusting to special conditions.

Basic Keelboat
Basic Keelboat

Author: Monk Henry

Publisher: U.S. Sailing Association

Published: 1995-02

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781882502219

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Once you have spent time under sail, you will notice that people on sailboats tend to wave at each other. For many, sailing is a passion to be enjoyed for a lifetime. But sailing is challenging. And, in fact, at times can be dangerous. Therefore, safety at sea is a paramount importance. To maximise your enjoyment on the water, you must have confidence in yourself, your boat, equipment and crew. Basic Keelboat, help you learn to sail with all the skills required for safety at sea. For newcomers, careful study and practice is essential. When you're prepared, life under the sail is more enjoyable.