Description
A practical book in full colour throughout (photos and drawings) based on a highly-rated series of articles in YM magazine. Written for cruising sailors rather than racing types, it covers every aspect of how sails interact with the wind and the boat's hull with the aim of helping the reader get the very best out of his sails. Includes how sails work, essential sail trim tips, boat balance, keeping moving in light airs, heavy weather trim, and techniques, spinnakers for cruising, tuning the rig, reefing system improvements, running rigging, troubleshooting and care. Pb. 160pp.