How to Trim Sails
dinghies to offshore cruisers
$69.96
- Paperback
112 pages
- Release Date
30 June 2011
Summary
This highly practical guide explains what sail trim is all about - how to achieve it and what its benefits are. Aimed at owners and crews sailing all types of boats, from dinghies to offshore cruisers, with either masthead or fractional rigs, it covers:
- mainsails and headsails
- trim for light airs, medium strength and strong winds
- trim for beating, reaching and running
- correct camber and mast rake
- weather helm - causes and cures
- easy r…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781408132920 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1408132923 |
| Author: | Peter Schweer |
| Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Imprint: | Adlard Coles Nautical |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 112 |
| Edition: | 3rd |
| Release Date: | 30 June 2011 |
| Weight: | 220g |
| Dimensions: | 214mm x 138mm x 8mm |
| Series: | Sailmate |
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‘This book sets it out in an ordered clear way that can easily be absorbed … it provides a logic so easy to work out. I’m buying my own copy!’
‘This book sets it out in an ordered clear way that can easily be absorbed … it provides a logic so easy to work out. I’m buying my own copy!’ * The Little Ship *
About The Author
Peter Schweer
Peter Schweer has international experience in all forms of sailing from blue water cruising to top-level racing. He regularly demonstrates sail trim techniques at European boat shows.
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