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Wisconsin Bookwatch, Oct, 2004
Sailpower
Peter Nielsen
Sheridan House Inc.
145 Palisade St., Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
1574091778 $34.95 1-888-743-7425
Written by the editor of "Sail" magazine, whose extensive experience includes competition in long-distance ocean races, Sailpower: Trim And Techniques For Cruising Sailors is a thoroughly detailed instructional to effectively operating a sailboat. Color photographs illustrate the how-to, step-by-step advice for setting up the rig, controlling the mainsail, trimming the mainsail and headsail, handling reefing systems, coping with strong winds, troubleshooting, and much more. Presented in a friendly, accessible tone as accessible to lay readers as to seasoned sailors, Sailpower is a superb guide to honing one's sailing skills and highly recommended for anyone considering the hobby or simply wanting to know more about what it is like.
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