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Sports & Recreation Skateboarding

Maximum Sail Power

The Complete Guide to Sails, Sail Technology, and Performance

by (author) Brian Hancock

foreword by Sir Robin Knox-Johnson

Publisher
Nomad Press
Initial publish date
Oct 2003
Category
Skateboarding, Navigation
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9780972202602
    Publish Date
    Oct 2003
    List Price
    $67.95
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9781934670170
    Publish Date
    Oct 2003
    List Price
    $35.95

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Written in concise, layperson's Language and full of photographs and personal anecdotes, this book goes step-by-step through the process of creating and using sails. Provided is a definitive look at the latest developments in sails, sailcloth, engineering, hardware, and sail trim. Also offered are case studies that illustrate which fibers, fabrics, and sails are suitable for a variety of different sailing applications, from simple dinghies and day sailors to offshore racing and cruising yachts. Sailors of all levels of interest and ability will find information they can apply to their own boats and sail choices.

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