Maximum Sail Power

Maximum Sail Power
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Publisher : Nomad Press
Total Pages : 305
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ISBN-10 : 9781619304277
ISBN-13 : 1619304279
Rating : 4/5 (77 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Maximum Sail Power by : Brian Hancock

Download or read book Maximum Sail Power written by Brian Hancock and published by Nomad Press. This book was released on 2003-10-15 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The art, science, history, and mystery of sails and sailmaking. 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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