Sailing For Dummies® - Softcover

Isler, J. J.; Isler, Peter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 076455039X ISBN 13: 9780764550393

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, 1997

Synopsis

Sailing has played a crucial role in the growth and development of the world as we know it. But even in today’s high–tech, fast–paced world, the sport of sailing still brings tremendous pleasure to those who choose to indulge in it.

Whether you want to race or just cruise at a leisurely pace, Sailing For Dummies will speed you along your course to sailing mastery. If you’ve never sailed before, here’s the primer you need to get started and choose the right sailing school for you. If you’ve already gotten your feet wet, you’ll now be ready to take your next steps—whether they include sailing around the world, racing, or just safely including your children in the adventure.

A textbook, user’s manual, and reference book all in one, Sailing For Dummies introduces you to the exciting world of sailing, and shows you everything from how to tie the right knots to how you should dress when you take to the seas. Sailing For Dummies gives you practical, easy–to–follow advice from buying the right equipment and gear, and setting sail for the first time to watching races on TV. Inside, you’ll also discover how to:

• Select the best boat to buy or rent for your sailing needs
• Navigate like a pro—day or night—with the help of charts, satellites, and compasses
• Handle mishaps such as torn sails and leaks
• Recover from a capsize, tow a boat, and keep safety a priority
• Understand U.S. federal boating regulations and other rules of the sea
• Find a sailing school that fits your schedule and your budget
• Make sailing fun for the entire family—from toddlers to teens
• Locate the best cruising destinations around the world

Featuring photos, illustrations, and tips Sailing For Dummies can help you tell the difference between a sailboat and a catamaran—and get you sailing in no time!

About this title

From the Publisher:

Get set to sail with "Sailing For Dummies"
"Its authors are universally respected in sailing, both for their competitive records and their ability to explain its mysteries to land lovers." - Robert Hopkins, Jr., Former U.S. Olympic Coach and America's Cup Navigator

Are you interested in sailing, but think it's too expensive? Have you dreamed of sailing away, but aren't sure about the regulations, etiquette, and proper gear to wear? If you think sailing is only for the rich and famous - think again!

"Sailing for Dummies™" gives you practical, easy-to-follow advice for everything from buying the right equipment and gear to setting sail for the first time to watching races on TV!

By reading "Sailing for Dummies™", you'll discover how to:

Select the best boat to buy or rent for your sailing needs

Navigate like a pro-day or night-with the help of charts, satellites, and compasses

Handle mishaps such as torn sails and leaks

Administer basic first aid and handle an overboard rescue successfully

Recover from a capsize, tow a boat, and discover other ways to keep safety a priority

Understand U.S. federal boating regulations and other rules of the sea Find a sailing a school that fits your schedule and your budget

Make sailing fun for the entire family- from toddlers to teens

Locate the best cruising destinations around the world.

From the Author:

Its packed with info for both experienced and beginners!
We had fun writing this book - and as always, we learned a lot in the process. It is cesigned to be the "ultimate" sailing reference book so we were challenged to make (portions) of the book helpful for the non-sailor and other portions helpful for the "old salt" like us. We really tried to get to the practical "heart" of each subject - be it Weather, Navigation or learning to tack. We hope it will encourage many more people to explore the great world of sailing!

About this edition

• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
• Publication date: 1997
• ISBN 10: 076455039X
• ISBN 13: 9780764550393
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 432