Sail Trim: Theory and Practice

Sail Trim: Theory and Practice

by PeterHahne (Author)

Synopsis

Sail trim is the art of setting sails in response to the varying conditions imposed by the wind, waves, boat speed and desired course. Regarded as something of a black art, good sail trim can mean the difference between winning and losing a race or reaching harbour before the tide turns. This book demonstrates the skill of good sail trim with the aid of superb colour diagrams and photographs, to enable racers and cruisers alike to sail efficiently and get the most out of their boats. Taking account of all types of wind condition the author explains: aero and hydrodynamics rig types the best way to rig a vessel sail cloth and cut the right trim for mainsail and smaller sails s sailing before the wind.There is really only one way to set your sails for maximum efficiency; this book explains how.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical
Published: 01 Apr 2005

ISBN 10: 0713672250
ISBN 13: 9780713672251
Book Overview: Bright, modern, 4colour book on a subject all sailors need to know about Demystifies the skill of good sail trim with the aid of superb colour diagrams and photos Very few other books on sail trim exist on the market Handy pocket size Highly successful in Germany

Media Reviews
'The author spells out the whys and hows of what many regard as a difficult art, with good, clear text, pictures and diagrams.' Sailing, October 2010
Author Bio
Peter Hahne was a skipper for a number of years in the North Sea, East Sea, the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. He worked for 10 years as Editor on a leading German sailing magazine. He is now a freelance journalist and author.