Written in concise, layperson's language and full of photographs and personal anecdotes, this book goes step-by-step through the process of creating and using sails. Provided is a definitive look at the latest developments in sails, sailcloth, engineering, hardware, and sail trim. Also offered are case studies that illustrate which fibres, fabrics, and sails are suitable for a variety of different sailing applications, from simple dinghies and day sailors to offshore racing and cruising yachts. Sailors of all levels of interest and ability will find information they can apply to their own boats and sail choices.
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"Brian's book covers it all. . . . I know you will learn a lot from reading this great book." -- Bernard Stamm, winner of Class 1 Around Alone 2002/03
"Brian's book covers what you need to know about the subject. . . in language we can all understand." -- Ellen MacArthur OBE, 2nd place in 2000/01 Vendee Globe, UK Yachtsman of the Year
"Hancock does a beautiful job blending the art and science of sail technology." -- Gary Jobson, Americas Cup winner, ESPN commentator
"This is a storehouse of information that . . . demystify[ies] the 'art' of sails, sail making and repair." -- Skip Novak, four time Whitbread veteran, co-skipper of Innovation Explorer in The Race
"[O]f inestimable value to the learner and experienced sailor alike." -- Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, first sailor ever to solo circumnavigation non-stop
"Brian's book covers what you need to know about the subject. . . in language we can all understand." -- Ellen MacArthur OBE, 2nd place in 2000/01 Vendee Globe, UK Yachtsman of the Year
"Hancock does a beautiful job blending the art and science of sail technology." -- Gary Jobson, Americas Cup winner, ESPN commentator
"This is a storehouse of information that . . . demystify[ies] the 'art' of sails, sail making and repair." -- Skip Novak, four time Whitbread veteran, co-skipper of Innovation Explorer in The Race
"[O]f inestimable value to the learner and experienced sailor alike." -- Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, first sailor ever to solo circumnavigation non-stop
About the Author
Brian Hancock is an expert in sails, sailmaking, and offshore ocean racing. He is a regular feature writer for 'Sailing', 'Blue Water Sailor', and 'Yachting World' magazines. He lives in Marblehead, Massachusetts.
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An excellent book on sail technology and trim,
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This book covers common sail materials and manufacturing techniques. It describes the advantages and disadvantages of each material. Advanced sail trim techniques are also covered. The single most useful and complete book on sail trim and sail materials I have come across. I do own many books on this subject and "Maximum Sail Power" is by far the best!
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Power Up with Maximum Sail Power!,
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Are you looking to power up your performance as a cruising or racing sailor? Add this book to your "must have" nautical library. It explains how sails work, how to control draft in all wind conditions, shape your sails for power and speed, and care for your sails to make them last longer. Clear and well written, Hancock talks to the reader in layman's terms. A great read!
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It was not so many years ago that buying a new sail for your boat meant a pleasant trip down to your local sailmaker. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
molded sails, radial sails, luff pad, separate trysail track, laminated sails, luff curve, dousing sock, spinnaker sleeve, sail engineering, different sailmakers, sail designer, sailmaking industry, clew height, outhaul car, mast cavity, sailmaking process, buying new sails, windward takedown, mainsail trimmer, furling unit, spinnaker shape, headsail trimmer, sheet lead position, boom maker, blade jib Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Cuben Fiber, America's Cup, North Sails, Maximum Sail Power, Tape Drive, Ted Hood, Doyle Sailmakers, South Africa, Cape Town, Honeywell Performance Fibers, Isle of Wight, Southern Ocean, Whitbread Race, Whitbread Round the World Race, Alaska Eagle, Challenge Sailcloth, The Gale Sail, Vendée Globe, Volvo Ocean Race New!
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It was not so many years ago that buying a new sail for your boat meant a pleasant trip down to your local sailmaker. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
molded sails, radial sails, luff pad, separate trysail track, laminated sails, luff curve, dousing sock, spinnaker sleeve, sail engineering, different sailmakers, sail designer, sailmaking industry, clew height, outhaul car, mast cavity, sailmaking process, buying new sails, windward takedown, mainsail trimmer, furling unit, spinnaker shape, headsail trimmer, sheet lead position, boom maker, blade jib Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Cuben Fiber, America's Cup, North Sails, Maximum Sail Power, Tape Drive, Ted Hood, Doyle Sailmakers, South Africa, Cape Town, Honeywell Performance Fibers, Isle of Wight, Southern Ocean, Whitbread Race, Whitbread Round the World Race, Alaska Eagle, Challenge Sailcloth, The Gale Sail, Vendée Globe, Volvo Ocean Race New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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