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Sailing for Kids
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ISBN: 1909911267
Author: Kibble, Steve
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Sailing for Kids is aimed at children aged 8-15 who are taking their first steps into the fantastic world of sailing. Packed full of colour photographs and diagrams, this straightforward and easy-to-understand guide is the perfect introduction to the sport. It is based on the Optimist dinghy, which is the most popular childrens sailing dinghy worldwide, and endorsed by the UK Optimist Class Association. Topics covered include what to wear, setting up the boat, sailing and safety. For those who want to go further, there are also tips on sailing faster and preparing to race.Table of ContentsForeword1. Parts of the boat2. Rigging3. Your first sail4. Launching5. Reaching6. Beating7. Running8. Sailing a circular course9. Landing10. Safety11. How the wind moves your boat12. Knots13. The rules14. How to go faster15. Whats next?
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