The Sailing Handbook

The Sailing Handbook is the ideal guide for anyone who wants
to get the most out of sailing. Brightly presented, clear and
accessible, it is designed to teach the basics of sailing, increase
your enjoyment of the sport, improve your technique, and ultimately,
enable you to take part in professional competitions.




Designed for easy reference, with over 500 colour photographs and
explanatory illustrations, it presents clear and comprehensive guidance
on the different parts of a boat - choosing a boat for pleasure and
performance - how a boat sails - its fittings and equipment - how to
anchor and pick up a mooring - handling ropes - navigating -
understanding tides and buoyage - using radar - reading the weather -
safety at sea - care and repair of the boat - buying, selling,
chartering and insuring.