Sailing for Kids
Author:   Tim Davison ,  Steve Kibble
Publisher:   Fernhurst Books Limited
Edition:   2nd edition
ISBN:  

9781909911260


Pages:   48
Publication Date:   15 July 2015
Recommended Age:   From 9 to 12 years
Format:   Paperback
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Author:   Tim Davison ,  Steve Kibble
Publisher:   Fernhurst Books Limited
Imprint:   Fernhurst Books Limited
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 17.00cm , Height: 0.50cm , Length: 24.00cm
Weight:   0.136kg
ISBN:  

9781909911260


ISBN 10:   1909911267
Pages:   48
Publication Date:   15 July 2015
Recommended Age:   From 9 to 12 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us.

Table of Contents

Foreword; 1. Parts of the boat; 2. Rigging; 3. Your first sail; 4. Launching; 5. Reaching; 6. Beating; 7. Running; 8. Sailing a circular course; 9. Landing; 10. Safety; 11. How the wind moves your boat; 12. Knots; 13. The rules; 14. How to go faster; 15. What’s next?

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Whether you end up sailing for fun, club racing or aspire to reach Olympic standard, this book is an excellent starting point ... The Optimist Class Association in the UK is delighted to recommend this book. (UK Optimist Class Association) 'This volume should go down a treat with any aspiring young racers.' (Yachts & Yachting)


Whether you end up sailing for fun, club racing or aspire to reach Olympic standard, this book is an excellent starting point ... The Optimist Class Association in the UK is delighted to recommend this book. (UK Optimist Class Association)


Author Information

Tim Davison is a highly experienced sailor. He has been Laser (Masters) European and National Champion and British Moth National Champion. He is the author of over 10 sailing books, including the best-selling Laser Book and Racing: A Beginner’s Guide. Steve Kibble is a keen sailor who was heavily involved in the Optimist Class’ administration and training for several years.

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