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Sailing For Dummies - arguably the best book on 'all the stuff we need to know to be able to race our boats and have fun at weekends'
Preferred reading for TeamJackal, Sailing for Dummies has been the inspiration and scource of virtually everything we know, and is highly recommended reading for all. If, like us, you sometimes confuse port from starboard, tacking from jibing, and still have to think about tying knots properly, then you really, really, really need this book.
Are you interested in sailing, but think it's too expensive? Have you dreamed of sailing away, but aren't sure about the regulations, etiquette, and proper gear to wear? If you think sailing is only for the rich and famous think again! Sailing For Dummies gives you practical, easy-to-follow advice for everything from buying the right equipment and gear to setting sail for the first time to watching races on TV!
The book lifts the fog on confusing nautical language, teaches the basics about maneuvering a sailboat from BYC to Tadpole or elsewhere, floats important safety information, and offers advice and info on a variety of related issues (knots; racing; collisions and how to avoid them; how to get out of a marina; how to get back in one piece, how to get off a reef and far more besides).
Whether you want to learn to sail or just talk like a sailor, Sailing for Dummies is your anchor to life on the water.
Inside, you'll discover how to:
Select the best boat for your sailing needs
Navigate like a pro with the help of charts, satellites, and compasses
Handle mishaps such as torn sails and leaks
Administer basic first aid and handle an overboard rescue successfully
Recover from a capsize, tow a boat, and discover other ways to keep safety a priority
Understand rules of the sea
Find a sailing school that fits your schedule and your budget
Make sailing fun for the entire family from toddlers to teens
Locate the best cruising destinations around the world
Filled with Diagrams and Illustrations to help you get sailing!
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