101 Tips for Stress-Free Sailing

Here are the answers to all your boating questions and dilemmas. This book is packed with 101 essential punchy sailing tips for sailors to read before and during sailing for a stress-free, enjoyable time at sea, from expert sailing instructor, Duncan Wells. In this accessible, easy-to-absorb handbook, Duncan will share his tried-and-tested techniques and advice on sail setting, mooring, anchoring, navigation, sailing in heavy weather and more.
Step-by-step photographs, diagrams and clear instructions will guide you through each tip, and this book is perfect to dip in for help with a particular sailing problem.
In this book, Duncan will tell you all about how to:
· Calculate the speed of the tide by eye
· Calibrate the anchor chain so you know how much you have let out
· Know your hull speed
· Set up instant sheet lead adjusters
· Reef early for an easy life
· Pinch the wind
· Use the chart plotter to calculate when to tack
· Watch out for deviation on the main steering compass
· Pick up buoys from the cockpit
· Fit the spare
· Look after your zips
And many, many more!