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Sailing For Dummies (For Dummies (Sports & Hobbies))
Sailing For Dummies - For Dummies Sports & Hobbies Author:JJ Isler, Peter Isler Covers the latest advances in electronic navigation — Get the know-how you need to sail safely and have fun — Want 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 term... more »s 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 boat
Praise 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« less