A proficient and efficient sailor masters the techniques of sailing their boat when the control mechanisms are limited. Rudderless sailing is using weight distribution and sail trim, as opposed to the rudder, to control the boat. Understanding rudderless sailing allows you to sail faster, make quicker turns, handle rudder failure emergencies, and is - simply put - very impressive to watch. This eBook thoroughly covers the motivations, physics, sail trim techniques, weight distribution concepts, and a practical step-by-step guide to learning to sail rudderless. After reading this eBook you will be able to effectively understand, implement, and teach rudderless sailing.
Details
- Publication Date
- Nov 29, 2010
- Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9780557903139
- Category
- Sports
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): Joel Brand
Specifications
- Format