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The exhilaration of sailing across an open expanse of water is a magical experience that yields tremendous pleasure for the serious sailor. But owning and operating a sailboat is a very complicated endeavor, and a sailboat runs only as smoothly as its many parts working in harmony will allow. These components include the boat's rigging, steering system, navigational gear, and, most important, its crew. The Well-Managed Sailboat explains how sailors can harness the wind and transform a sailboat into a highly efficient machine designed to glide through both the smoothest waters and the roughest seas, while at the same time serving as a comfortable home for those aboard. George Day brings his extensive cruising experience to this book, and provides practical, innovative solutions to the many questions that arise in the course of owning a sailboat. From the invaluable tips on purchasing the sailboat that's right for you, to maintenance and repair, to eventually selling your craft, The Well-Managed Sailboat provides a wealth of information and advice that can be relied on time and again as boaters encounter different situations and questions. The Well-Managed Sailboat is laced with anec

Author

George Day

Publisher

Hearst Marine Books

Published

1992

Language

EN

ISBN

9780688106652

Subjects

Engineering, Military, Government_military