Go Dinghy Sailing

Barry Pickthall

ISBN 10: 1408154145 / ISBN 13: 9781408154144

Published by Adlard Coles Nautical Press, 2012

About this Item

The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Seller Inventory # GOR006793318

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Go Dinghy Sailing
• Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical Press
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1408154145
• ISBN 13: 9781408154144
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Very Good

About this title

Synopsis

Assuming no prior knowledge, this entry level guide aims to inspire novices of all ages to give sailing a try. Conveying the fun, accessibility and exhilaration of sailing, it covers everything the beginner needs to learn about, whether they are young, middle aged or taking up sailing as a family.

Topics include:
- How to get started
- Where (and how) to find a club
- Choosing the right type of boat
- The differences between cruising and racing a dinghy
- Learning to sail
- Trolleying, trailing, launching and recovery
- Getting the most out of time on the water

Colour photographs illustrate each section, showing novices exactly what to do and inspiring newcomers to get out on the water and give sailing a try.

About the Author

Barry Pickthall is an award winning yachting journalist, photographer and author. A former boatbuilder and naval architect, he was yachting correspondent for The Times for 20 years, and he has written 18 books about sailing, including Blue Water Sailing and Going Foreign, both published by Adlard Coles Nautical.