Sailor's Start-Up: A Beginner's Guide to Sailing

(Paperback, Second Edition, Second edition)

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This beginner's sailing instructional guide covers both monohull and catamaran sailing with an emphasis on basic technique, safety, and fun. Skipping complicated sailing jargon that can stymie most novices, this book goes straight to the very basic questions, such as "How do I leave the dock" and "Where are the brakes." Technique and simple theory are illustrated in plain detail, including the basic physics behind sailing in all four directions.

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"Informative and entertaining." --Chuck Nichols, president of America's Cup

Author Bio

Doug Werner is the author of 15 books on sports and fitness, including the books in the Start-Up Sports series. He lives in San Diego, California.