let's go sailing (Paperback)

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Product Description

Let's Go Sailing is not just another how-to-sail book. This text was written especially for the person who wants to begin sailing in a small boat, learning each step the right way, and in the process build the skills and confidence that will serve as the foundation for a lifetime of enjoyment. You are most likely that person!

This valuable learning aid is used across the United States by yacht clubs, camps, community boating programs, sailing schools, and adventuresome individuals. Wherever you may be learning, you have an additional instructor on your side - the author, Peter Isler.

Filled with more than one hundred excellent illustrations and photographs, this concise and easy-to-follow text makes the elements of sailing fall quickly into place. By acquiring this body of knowledge it won't be long before you say to your friends, "LET'S GO SAILING."

About the Author

Peter Isler is well known throughout the world of sailing as a teacher and a top competitor. He has won the America's Cup twice, serving as Navigator aboard STARS & STRIPES in 1987 and 1988. In 1992 he was commentator for ESPN's America's Cup coverage.

Having grown up sailing small boats (he was honored as Intercollegiate Sailor of the Year while at Yale University), Isler understands the many facets of sailing. A renowned educator, he has taught sailing to people of all ages and experiences, including the U.S. Olympic team. He played an important role in developing the United States Yacht Racing Union's sailing program and also helped found the American Sailing Association. His wife, JJ, won a bronze medal in Women's 470 class at the 1992 Olympics.

Product Details

• Paperback: 89 pages
• Publisher: Harper Perennial (May 26, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 068812545X
• ISBN-13: 978-0688125455
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #448,319 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and clearly written, October 17, 1999

By	Benjamin Nidus (Cambridge, Massachusetts) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I got the book from the library and now I'm going to order it. It's very clearly written with good illustrations and diagrams. The author tends to explain things twice which makes it easier to understand the concept.

Clearly written and to the point.

To Author: you should make an instructional video also

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sailing Instructor's Opinion, February 27, 2000

By	Bob Pilz: Haven't A Clew Inc. (Fox Lake, Illinois) - See all my reviews

I use this book as a handout to my students that range in age from 18 to 70 years old. I like it and they like like it. Easy to understand. Clearly written and well illustrated.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!, November 24, 1998

By A Customer

This is a wonderful introduction to the sport. It's a very "user friendly" book with good illustrations and diagrams. Of the many beginner guides to sailing, this is by far one of the best. Highly recommended.