Peter Isler's Little Blue Book of Sailing Secrets

Name: Peter Isler's Little Blue Book of Sailing Secrets
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ISBN: 9780470902639

ISBN-10: 0470902639

ISBN-13: 9780470902639

Edition: 2011

Authors: Peter Isler

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From one of the world's most respected sailors-the knowledge and secrets every sailor needsPeter Isler, two-time America's Cup winner, has sailed in and won hundreds of races over the last forty years. In that time, he has acquired a vast array of knowledge about sailing techniques and tactics, not to mention a boatload or two of entertaining stories along the way. In this book, he brings them all together into a single guide to help you make the most of your time on the water, whether you're going for a leisurely sail with friends or competing to win. Filled with tips and secrets every sailor craves, from the international competitor to the weekend dinghy sailor Includes wisdom and advice…

Book details

List price: $13.99
Copyright year: 2011
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Limited
Publication date: 3/24/2011
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 192
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 0.748
Language: English



The Sailing Life


Secrecy vs. Sharing


The Rules


Keeping It Real


The Fine Art of Jury-Rigging


Head Games


Sailing between a Reef and a Hard Place


In Their Own Words: Buddy Melges


Leadership: Different Strokes


Preparing to Race


How to Read the Wind


Racer's Rules: Tom Whidden


Feel the Heel


Motivation: Getting 110 Percent from Your Team


When the Going Gets Rough


Communication


Sail Trim Fundamentals


Why I Sail


Commitment to the Commitment


Big Joe's Top Five Sailing Mistakes


Bird's-Eye View


ï¿½s the Race Over or Not?


Killer


Racer's Rules: Dennis Conner


Revel in the Routine


Hitting the Corner


Sail Care: Maintaining Your Boat's Engine


The Inner Game


A Salty Sea Story


Always Carry a Knife


Racer's Rules: Roy Disney


Just for the Fun of It


The Art of Steering


Adrift


Local Knowledge: Handle with Care


Sailing at Night


The Physics of Sailing


In Their Own Words: Jonathan McKee


When to Hold and When to Fold


Testing


How to Be the Ultimate Offshore Shipmate


The Racer's Edge


Naviguessing


Racer's Rules: Chuck Robinson


Used-Car Salesmanship


Choosing the Right Crew


Playing by the Rules


Learning from Your Mistakes


Marshmallows and Avoiding the Hex


Embracing Change


Hurricane Sailing Sea Story


Clear Air and Clean Lanes


Coaching


What's in My Seabag


Keeping It Cool On Board


KISS


Getting Kids into Sailing


In Their Own Words



This Is Supposed to Be Fun


Choosing the Right Sail


Three Essential Knots


Copy the Experts


My Gurus


Finding the Edge


Racer's Rules



Weather Signs


Living the Dream


Steering in Waves


My Five Favorite Places to Sail


Pimp Your Boat


Tragedy Hits Home


Leave Your Ego on Shore


Boat-Handling Perfection


Do Your Homework


Boat Speed Magic


In Their Own Words



Shorthanded Sailing


Perfect Practice


Learning from Maritime History


Conservative Sailing


Time for a Swim


Hyper-Focus


Making Your Move at the Turn


Positive Thinking


Staying Warm If Not Dry


The Best Nautical Joke


Keep It Rumbling


Haven


Digging Deep


Safety


Keeping Your Boat Afloat


Maintaining Yourself


Sailing on a Wing


Winning the Cup


Acknowledgments


Index