The Complete Sailing Manual, 4th Edition - Couverture rigide

Sleight, Steve

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1465462570 ISBN 13 : 9781465462572

Editeur : DK, 2017

Synopsis

Whether you’re a novice or experienced skipper, everything you need to know about sailing is in this book. 

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 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.

Packed with essential information, handy diagrams, and step-by-step artwork, this is only sailing handbook you need when out on the waves.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

An essential reference book for sailing enthusiasts, now in its fourth edition with a foreword by quadruple Olympic gold medalist Ben Ainslie.

Learn the basics of sailing, master navigation, and maintain your boat with The Complete Sailing Manual, written by instructor and former British national champion Steve Sleight. This authoritative text has clear, annotated diagrams and photographs that answer questions about any sailing situation with thorough coverage of all aspects of sailing and boat ownership. Look up how to rig a dinghy, tie basic knots, or save someone who fell overboard.

Revised and updated to include the latest developments in equipment, safety, and activities, including foiling, long-distance cruising, and high-speed, apparent wind-sailing, and newest technology such as modern performance systems and electronic navigation. All rules, regulations, and best practices are also up to date.

From the novice to the experienced sailor, The Complete Sailing Manual is the perfect book for anyone interested in sailing.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: DK
• Date d'édition: 2017
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1465462570
• ISBN 13: 9781465462572
• Reliure: Relié
• Numéro d'édition: 4
• Nombre de pages: 448
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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