Sail Trim: Theory and Practice

Author:   Peter Hahne
Publisher:   Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN:  

9781574091984


Pages:   128
Publication Date:   01 November 2005
Format:   Paperback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Good sail trim can mean the difference between winning and losing a race or reaching harbor before the tide turns. This book demystifies the skill of good sail trim with the aid of superb color diagrams and photograph, to enable racers and cruisers alike to sail efficiently and get the most out of their boats. Taking account of all types of wind condition the author explains: aero and hydrodynamics, rig types, the best way to rig a vessel, sail cloth and cut, the right trim for the mainsail and smaller sails, and sailing before the wind. There is really only one way to set your sails for maximum efficiency; this book explains how.

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Author:   Peter Hahne
Publisher:   Rowman & Littlefield
Imprint:   Sheridan House
Dimensions:   Width: 14.20cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 21.80cm
Weight:   0.272kg
ISBN:  

9781574091984


ISBN 10:   1574091980
Pages:   128
Publication Date:   01 November 2005
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Introduction 1. A little sail theory 2. And now for the science bit 3. Types of rig 4. Sailcloth 5. Rig trim 6. Sail trim in practice 7. Downwind sailing Quick reference guide Glossary Index

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It is a very well organized, well written book. The text is clear, and the colour pictures and graphics are wonderful aids to getting the mind around the subject. Sailing This book explains it all in an easy to comprehend manner, including color diagrams and photographs. Latitudes & Attitudes


Author Information

Peter Hahne was a skipper for a number of years in the North Sea, East Sea, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. He worked for 10 years as Editor on a leading German sailing magazine. He is now a freelance journalist and author.

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