Sailing Essentials

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Zusatztext "Useful to both newbie sailors and expert hands! Sailing offers step-by-step instruction on basic maneuvers! anchoring! mooring and even engine care and repair." – More.com "The cover is a handy and sturdy waterproof plastic! obviously meant to be carried on board." – Sacramento Bee Zusammenfassung The perfect reference for yachtsmen of all levels! this illustrated pocket guide provides sailors with everything they need to know about how to sail. Broken down into easy-to-follow! bite-sized units! Sailing Essentials takes readers through key sailing techniques — from hoisting a sail and reading charts to steering a course at night or laying an anchor. Readers will also find information on how to deal with difficult weather conditions and how to tie tricky knots! detailed instructions on man-overboard procedures! and much more.