Sailing for Dummies (For Dummies Series)

Isler, J. J.; Isler, Peter

ISBN 10: 0471791431 / ISBN 13: 9780471791430

Verlag: For Dummies, 2006

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Inhaltsangabe:

Covers the latest advances in electronic navigationGet the know-how you need to sail safely and have funWant to sail into the sunset but don't know port from starboard? Don't worry! Now updated with the latest on boats, gear, and racing, this hands-on guide helps you chart a course to sailing success, from getting familiar with nautical terms and seamanship basics to setting sail, navigating, anchoring, and docking -- even riding out a storm.* Get your feet wet at a sailing school* Launch a boat and maneuver under sail* Navigate, anchor, and dock* Charter a boat or enter races* Choose and care for a boatPraise for Sailing For Dummies"Provides an interesting read, easy instruction, and a handy reference work."--Walter Cronkite"Peter and JJ's enthusiasm for the thrill and fun of sailing brings the comprehensive guide to life in every chapter. Whether you're a novice or several years into this fascinating sport, the Islers' knowledge and insight will speed you along your course to sailing mastery."--John Burnham, Editor of Cruising World magazine

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor:

JJ Isler won Olympic sailing medals in Sydney and Barcelona.

Peter Isler is a writer, TV broadcaster, and sailor who won the America’s Cup twice as navigator aboard Dennis Conner’s Stars & Stripes.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Sailing for Dummies (For Dummies Series)
Verlag: For Dummies
Erscheinungsdatum: 2006
Einband: Softcover
Zustand: very_good
Auflage: 2. Auflage