Sailing For Dummies by J.J. Fetter (English) Paperback Book

Description: Sailing For Dummies by J.J. Fetter, Peter Isler, Marly Isler "What better way to escape the stresses of everyday life than with wind filling your sails and water passing beneath your keel? Whether youre an aspiring sailor or an old salt, let Sailing For Dummies expand your horizons"-- FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Buoy your sailing knowhow with advice from two US sailing champions Nothing can beat the feel of the warm sun on your back, the gentle wind in your hair, and a swaying deck under your feet. If you long to take to the open water and sail wherever the wind takes you, youll find everything you need to know in Sailing For Dummies. This friendly guide offers information for beginning and intermediate captains. Discover everything you need to know to confidently navigate your vessel through whatever waters—rough or smooth—you may encounter. Whether your goal is to explore a nearby lake, sail down the Mighty Mississippi, or take to the open sea, Sailing For Dummies explains how to launch your vessel, tie knots, turn sails, read the water, and more. Figure out how to work with the wind using sails to reach your destinationFind out how the latest technology makes sailing easier and more enjoyableMaster the essential skills of docking, tying knots, and dropping anchorLearn how to read the wind, sea, and sky to know what the weather is up toChoose the boat thats right for you, complete with bells and whistlesDiscover the basics of windsurfing and kiteboardingSatisfy your need to go farther and faster in your craftKnow how to sail safely in tricky situations Whether youre dipping your toe in the water or knee deep in your pursuit of sailing excellence, this reference will come in handy as you set your sights on sailing. After spending some time with Sailing For Dummies—and even more time on the water—youll know the ropes! Back Cover Come sail away with Dummies What better way to escape the stresses of everyday life than with wind filling your sails and water passing beneath your keel. Whether youre an aspiring sailor or an old salt, let Sailing For Dummies expand your horizons. We have answers to all your sailing questions, like: Whats the best sailboat for you? How do you hoist the mainsail? Whats a jib? How do you sail faster? Should you go to sailing school? What should you wear? And perhaps most importantly, what do you need to know to sail off into the sunset? World-renowned sailors let you in on all the secrets. You want to sail, and you want to sail right. Dummies has you covered. Inside... Anatomy of a sailboat Your first sail Sailing safe in all conditions and boats Trimming your sails for speed Sailboat racing Kiteboarding and windsurfing Cruising, chartering, and sailing away Using navigation apps Flap Come sail away with Dummies What better way to escape the stresses of everyday life than with wind filling your sails and water passing beneath your keel. Whether youre an aspiring sailor or an old salt, let Sailing For Dummies expand your horizons. We have answers to all your sailing questions, like: Whats the best sailboat for you? How do you hoist the mainsail? Whats a jib? How do you sail faster? Should you go to sailing school? What should you wear? And perhaps most importantly, what do you need to know to sail off into the sunset? World-renowned sailors let you in on all the secrets. You want to sail, and you want to sail right. Dummies has you covered. Inside... Anatomy of a sailboat Your first sail Sailing safe in all conditions and boats Trimming your sails for speed Sailboat racing Kiteboarding and windsurfing Cruising, chartering, and sailing away Using navigation apps Author Biography JJ Fetter is a two-time Olympic medalist (1992 & 2000) and multiple world and national champion in sailing. She has been inducted into the National Sailing Hall of Fame and is a four-time U.S. Sailing Yachtswoman of the Year. Peter Isler is a world-renowned sailor, sports commentator, and writer. He has sailed and won races all over the world and continues to enjoy sharing his knowledge of this diverse sport. Table of Contents Introduction 1 Part 1: Before You Get Your Feet Wet 5 Chapter 1: Ready, Set, Go: Time to Start Sailing 7 Chapter 2: Where You Can Learn: Classes and Sailing Schools 21 Chapter 3: Planning Ahead: What to Wear and What to Bring 35 Chapter 4: Before You Leave the Dock 47 Part 2: Casting Off and Sailing Away 75 Chapter 5: Going Sailing: Just the Basics, Please 77 Chapter 6: Leaving the Dock (And Coming Back) 105 Chapter 7: Safety: One Hand for the Boat, One Hand for Yourself 127 Chapter 8: All about Weather: Red Sky at Night 157 Chapter 9: Navigation: Holding Your Course 177 Chapter 10: Anchors Away: Anchoring Your Boat 209 Part 3: Sailing Fast: Taking Your Sailing to the Next Level 231 Chapter 11: The Need for Speed: Sailing Fast 233 Chapter 12: Trimming Your Sails for Speed 255 Chapter 13: Kiteboarding and Windsurfing 279 Chapter 14: Racing Sailboats: Going for the Gold 299 Part 4: Sailing Away for a Year and a Day 313 Chapter 15: Encountering Sailing Emergencies (And Handling Them) 315 Chapter 16: Caring for Your Craft 333 Chapter 17: Cruising with Children 351 Chapter 18: Chartering: Changes in Latitude 359 Part 5: The Part of Tens 369 Chapter 19: Ten Nautical Knots and How to Tie Them 371 Chapter 20: Ten Questions to Ask Yourself When Buying a Sailboat 381 Part 6: Appendixes 389 Appendix A: Glossary 391 Appendix B: First Aid Afloat 399 Index 405 Details ISBN1119867231 Language English Year 2022 Edition 3rd ISBN-10 1119867231 ISBN-13 9781119867234 Format Paperback Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Pages 448 Replaces 9780471791430 NZ Release Date 2022-08-09 UK Release Date 2022-08-09 Author Marly Isler Edition Description 3rd edition Publication Date 2022-11-03 Imprint For Dummies DEWEY 797.124 Audience General US Release Date 2022-11-03 AU Release Date 2022-07-21 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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