Sail design and sail technology are developing rapidly. Stronger and more stable materials and the increased use of computer-assisted design have benefited both the racing and cruising yachtsman. In this book, the author examines sails, from the basic principles of aerodynamics to the finer points of sail trim. Sailcloth construction, the design and use of headsails, mainsails and spinnakers are explained and illustrated. The author is a racing yachtsman, writer and journalist.
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Sail design and sail technology are developing rapidly. Stronger and more stable materials and the increased use of computer-assisted design have benefited both the racing and cruising yachtsman. In this book, the author examines sails, from the basic principles of aerodynamics to the finer points of sail trim. Sailcloth construction, the design and use of headsails, mainsails and spinnakers are explained and illustrated. The author is a racing yachtsman, writer and journalist.
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Add this copy of This is Looking at Sails to cart. $36.10, good condition, Sold by Reuseabook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gloucester, GLOS, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1988 by Adlard Coles Nautical.
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