Windsurfing [Paperback]

Peter Hart (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2005

Arguably one of the most diverse, exciting, and accessible of water sports, windsurfing attracts an estimated 20 million participants worldwide. This instructional volume is packed full of information. Illustrated with photographs by John Carter, one of the world’s most respected water sports’ photographers, it will inspire both the beginner and the expert. It gives a full explanation of windsurfing equipment, including the different designs; a detailed description of "the basics" as well as intermediate and advanced techniques; the joys and dangers of sailing on open sea; and planing techniques, sailing smaller boards, gibing, and wave sailing.

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About the Author

Peter Hart has over twenty five years' experience in every aspect of windsurfing and is arguably one of the best-known windsurfers in the UK. Peter belongs to the elite club who have sailed faster than 40 knots. He is, perhaps, most famous as a coach, writer, television commentator and programme maker.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Crowood Press (January 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1861266774
• ISBN-13: 978-1861266774
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #475,390 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Windsurfing: much more than just mundane 'how to' details, August 23, 2006

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Dr K.R. Smith (Scotland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Windsurfing (Paperback)

An excellent book, the best windsurfing book I've read (and I've read several) for years. Arguably the best ever. Hart manages to captivate the true spirit of our sublime sport. He takes a fresh look at things, for example he doesn't spout the usual tired old list of "dos and don'ts" about safety, rather he gives a fresh, rational view. A more compendious book would have been possible, as this one doesn't go into much detail in some areas (for example rigging, or equipment choice); but that isn't the purpose of this book. It's a great read for newcomers and expert windsurfers alike.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A very comprehensive book, November 2, 2007

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This review is from: Windsurfing (Paperback)

A book that seems to contain material for a large range of audience, from beginner to more experienced surfers. Its a good book to have if you want to know about the different type of skills there is available but its not so helpful if you actually want to learn how to do each moves. I think a DVD is much more helpful in this case. But this book does have pretty pictures and illustrations.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book in excellent shape, December 5, 2011

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This review is from: Windsurfing (Paperback)

Excellent deal. The book is great for learning from 0 to I dont know yet...
Supposedly I bought the book used, but no way, it must have been new.

Very happy with the purchase.