Model Yachts and Model Yacht Sailing: How to Build, Rig, and Sail, a Self-Acting Model Yacht (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Published by Forgotten Books, 2017
- Softcover
- New
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122 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.28 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.
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- Title
- Model Yachts and Model Yacht Sailing: How to Build, Rig, and Sail, a Self-Acting Model Yacht (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- James E Walton Dr PhD
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2017
- Condition
- Brand New
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1332158552
- ISBN 13
- 9781332158553
- Item weight
- 0.18 kilograms
This practical guide shows curious builders and young sailors how to design, assemble, and operate a model yacht that steers itself. It explains why a fixed rudder is often a hindrance and how sails can propel and steer at the same time, using simple principles that anyone can learn by watching the boat in action. The book weaves hands‑on building steps with sailing technique, so readers can move from plan to a working vessel.
Inside you’ll find clear instructions on hull shapes, rigging, sail handling, and how to balance the boat for different wind conditions. It includes diagrams, a frontispiece showing a model self-acting yacht, and a glossary of sails and parts to help beginners find their footing. The established methods are supported by experiments that compare different hulls and beam proportions, guiding readers toward the best setup for performance on the water. Additional resources cover model yacht contests, regattas, and common waters in London for practice and competition.
- Step-by-step building guidance, from hull construction to deck fittings
- How to rig and sail a self-acting yacht, with practical steering tips
- Discussion of hull shape, beam, keel weight, and sail plans to optimize performance
- Glossary, diagrams, and references to model yacht contests and sailing locations
Ideal for curious hobbyists and young readers who want a hands-on introduction to model yacht design and self-steering sailing.
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Revaluation Books
Exeter, United Kingdom
AbeBooks seller since January 6, 2003
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