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Written by Dave
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Tuesday, 23 September 2008 00:00 |
Illustrated Sail & Rig Tuning
by Ivar Dedekam
In this slim volume, Dedekam captures the essentials of proper sail trim and rig tuning. Beginning with a summary of the basic aerodynamic principles that enable sailboats to sail, he builds on these principles to introduce proper sail trim and eventually rig tuning. Unlike similar books, Illustrated Sail & Rig Tuning is geared towards keelboats and will be appreciated by racers and cruisers alike.
Dedekam's advice is practical and concise. He will describe a common problem and then tell you how to solve the problem. Along the way, he provides helpful tips to make sail trim and rig tuning easier and more accurate.
The novice sailor will likely find Illustrated Sail & Rig Tuning a bit too brief and segmented, the more advanced sailor will find this book full of helpful advice based on a lifetime of sailing experience. Dedekam has written a book that should occupy a prominent spot on the keelboat sailor's bookshelf.
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 23 September 2008 17:36 |
