Bloomsbury Publishing Bloomsbury Publishing Go Dinghy Sailing

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Assuming no prior knowledge, this entry level guide aims to inspire novices of all ages to give sailing a try. Conveying the fun, accessibility and exhilaration of sailing, it covers everything the beginner needs to learn about, whether they are young, middle aged or taking up sailing as a family.Topics include:- How to get started- Where (and how) to find a club- Choosing the right type of boat- The differences between cruising and racing a dinghy- Learning to sail- Trolleying, trailing, launching and recovery- and much, much moreColour photographs illustrate each section.Also included is a DVD featuring the authors demonstrating what they've described in the book, which should inspire newcomers by showing them that they too can learn how to sail a dinghy even if they've never been on the water before.