Complete Sailing Manual - Couverture rigide

Sleight, Steve

 
9780751307849: Complete Sailing Manual

Synopsis

From dinghy sailing to handling a cruiser on the open sea Dorling Kindersley's Complete Sailing Manual gives you the confidence to master every aspect of seamanship whatever your level of experience. Expert Instruction Featuring excellent tuition and practical advice the Complete Sailing Manual is both a basic training manual for beginners and a completely up-to-date source of reference for the more experienced sailor. From handling ropes tacking and mooring to boat maintenance safety equipment and sailing etiquette it forms a comprehensive guide to practical seamanship whether you are sailing a one-man dinghy or a multi-hulled yacht. Complete Visual Guide Over 750 superb full-colour photographs and detailed artworks demonstrate the principles of sailing in step-by-step sequences. Including full instruction in navigational skills and meteorology DK's Complete Sailing Manual provides all the information you need to buy and sail your own boat safely and enjoyably.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

Whether you are a novice or an experienced skipper, take to the helm with this practical, step-by-step manual. From tacking and mooring to nautical etiquette - the guide covers every aspect of sailing, and includes advice and information on all types of craft, from dinghies to large cruisers. Also features all the latest developments, from handling high-performance dinghies to using state-of-the-art navigation systems. "Superb...the perfect guide" The Sunday Express

Biographie de l'auteur

Steve Sleight, a former Royal Yachting Association coach and instructor at the UK's National Sailing Centre, has taught all levels of craft and ability and is a successful racing yachtsman and British National Champion. An experienced author and broadcaster, he lives in Cowes and races his own boat.

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9780789446060: Dk Complete Sailing Manual

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0789446065 ISBN 13 :  9780789446060
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