Picture 1 of 10
Gallery
Picture 1 of 10
Have one to sell?
Sailing Fundamentals by Gary Jobson (2005, Trade Paperback, Revised edition)
US $6.99
ApproximatelyS$ 8.97
Condition:
“Used-Shows signs of wear from use and exposure. Book is intact and complete.”
Acceptable
A book with obvious wear. May have some damage to the cover but integrity still intact. The binding may be slightly damaged but integrity is still intact. Possible writing in margins, possible underlining and highlighting of text, but no missing pages or anything that would compromise the legibility or understanding of the text.
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
Shipping:
US $4.01 (approx S$ 5.14) Standard Shipping.
Located in: Dickinson, Texas, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Mon, 29 Sep and Sat, 4 Oct to 94104
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return shipping. If you use an eBay shipping label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Coverage:
Read item description or contact seller for details. See all detailsSee all details on coverage
(Not eligible for eBay purchase protection programmes)
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:164726484531
Item specifics
- Condition
- Acceptable
- Seller Notes
- “Used-Shows signs of wear from use and exposure. Book is intact and complete.”
- Special Attributes
- Revised Edition
- ISBN
- 9780743273084
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Touchstone
ISBN-10
0743273087
ISBN-13
9780743273084
eBay Product ID (ePID)
47970194
Product Key Features
Book Title
Sailing Fundamentals
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Water Sports, Sailing, Coaching / General
Publication Year
2005
Illustrator
Yes
Features
Revised
Genre
Sports & Recreation
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
22.4 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
21
Dewey Decimal
797.1/24
Table Of Content
CONTENTS The American Sailing Association by Harry Munns, Executive Vice President, ASA United States Coast Guard Auxiliary HOW TO USE THIS BOOK PART ONE INTRODUCTION TO SAILING Overview: The Sailboat and the Wind ASHORE KNOWLEDGE All About Boats The Basic Boat Responsibilities of the Skipper and Crew Alcohol and Drug Abuse Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats Review Questions SKILLS AFLOAT Boarding Sailing Checklist Attaching the Sails Rigging Checklist Using Winches Raising the Mainsail Getting the Boat Moving Getting Out of Irons Coming About or Tacking (Mainsail Only) Jibing (Mainsail Only) Raising the Jib Reaching with Mainsail and Jib Coming About with Mainsail and Jib Sailing a Figure Eight Jibing with Mainsail and Jib Ending the Sail Stowing Sails Docking Summary PART TWO BASIC SAILING ASHORE KNOWLEDGE Sail Trim What Makes a Boat Sail Points of Sail Rules of the Road under Sail Review Questions SKILLS AFLOAT Communications Sailing Close-hauled Sailing on a Run Sailing on a Reach Stopping the Boat Summary PART THREE SAFETY AND SEAMANSHIP ASHORE KNOWLEDGE The Safety Harness Deck Safety Hypothermia and Clothing Seasickness Review Questions SKILLS AFLOAT Sailing a Triangular Course Rescuing a Man Overboard Sailing in Confined Waters Summary PART FOUR BASIC SEAMANSHIP SKILLS ASHORE KNOWLEDGE Daysail Planning Chart Symbols Aids to Navigation Anchors and Their Uses The Anchorage Knots Dock Lines and Their Uses Review Questions SKILLS AFLOAT Anchoring Heaving To Docking under Sail Mooring Summary PART FIVE BASIC COASTAL CRUISING I ASHORE KNOWLEDGE Terms and Definitions Running Lights Duties of Skipper and Crew for Cruising Rules of the Road under Power Essential Safety Equipment Review Questions SKILLS AFLOAT Engine Operation -- Outboards Troubleshooting the Engine Handling a Vessel under Power Summary PART SIX BASIC COASTAL CRUISING II ASHORE KNOWLEDGE Sail Selection Weather Heavy-Weather Sailing Reefing Systems The Magnetic Compass Preparing for Coastal Cruising Running Aground and Other Nuisances Review Questions SKILLS AFLOAT Reefing Sailing a Compass Course Steering with the Sails Basic Coastal Cruising Checklist Summary PART SEVEN SPECIAL SAILING INFORMATION Special Sailing Information Dinghy Sailing Sailboards Catamarans Launching, Storing, and Maintaining Your Boat A Final Word APPENDIX A Answers to Review Questions APPENDIX B Float Plan APPENDIX C Equipment Checklists GLOSSARY ACKNOWLEDGMENTS INDEX
Edition Description
Revised edition
Synopsis
With over 150 line drawings and photographs, and clear, detailed coursework covering every aspect of beginning sailing--from hoisting sail to docking and anchoring-- Sailing Fundamentals is the authoritative text designed to prepare the learning sailor for certification according to international standards. Written by America's foremost instructional authority, the new edition of Sailing Fundamentals is the official learn-to-sail manual of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. Sailing Fundamentals is also used in the programs of yacht clubs, colleges, and sailing groups around the country. Unlike many sailing books, which can reflect the biases and idiosyncrasies of their authors, this book has been extensively pretested to ensure that it offers the fastest, easiest, most systematic way to learn basic sailing and coastal cruising. Widely acclaimed author Gary Jobson has won several major races, including the 1977 America's Cup victory as tactician aboard Courageous. He was head sailing coach at the US Naval Academy, and has conducted sailing clinics across the country., The new edition of the bestselling learn-to-sail manual combines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary--by the former sailing coach of the U.S. Naval Academy and current ESPN commentator. 100 photos., Written by America's foremost instructional authority, the new edition of "Sailing Fundamentals" combines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association, it is also used in the programs of many yacht clubs, colleges, and sailing groups. Unlike most introductory sailing books, which reflect the biases and idiosyncrasies of their authors, "Sailing Fundamentals" has been extensively pretested by ASA professional instructors to ensure that it offers the fastest, easiest, most systematic way to learn basic sailing and basic coastal cruising. This book covers every aspect of beginning sailing -- from hoisting sail to docking and anchoring -- and specifically prepares the learner to qualify for sailing certification according to international standards. Widely acclaimed author Gary Jobson has won several major races, including the 1977 America's Cup victory as tactician aboard "Courageous." He was head sailing coach at the U.S. Naval Academy, and has conducted sailing clinics across the country. "Illustrated step-by-step in two colors with over 150 line drawings and photographs.", Written by America's foremost instructional authority, the new edition ofSailing Fundamentalscombines the training programs of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The official learn-to-sail manual of the American Sailing Association, it is also used in the programs of many yacht clubs, colleges, and sailing groups. Unlike most introductory sailing books, which reflect the biases and idiosyncrasies of their authors,Sailing Fundamentalshas been extensively pretested by ASA professional instructors to ensure that it offers the fastest, easiest, most systematic way to learn basic sailing and basic coastal cruising. This book covers every aspect of beginning sailing -- from hoisting sail to docking and anchoring -- and specifically prepares the learner to qualify for sailing certification according to international standards. Widely acclaimed author Gary Jobson has won several major races, including the 1977 America's Cup victory as tactician aboardCourageous.He was head sailing coach at the U.S. Naval Academy, and has conducted sailing clinics across the country.Illustrated step-by-step in two colors with over 150 line drawings and photographs., For the first time, this new edition of the bestselling learn-to-sail manual combines the training programmes of the American Sailing Association and the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary - by the former sailing coach of the U.S. Naval Academy and current ESPN commentator.
LC Classification Number
GV811.J62 2006
Item description from the seller
Popular categories from this store
Seller feedback (4,952)
- eBay automated Feedback- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthOrder completed successfully – tracked and on time
- eBay automated Feedback- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthOrder completed successfully – tracked and on time
- eBay automated Feedback- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthOrder completed successfully – tracked and on time
Popular categories from this store
Seller feedback (4,952)
- eBay automated Feedback- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthOrder completed successfully – tracked and on time
- eBay automated Feedback- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthOrder completed successfully – tracked and on time
- eBay automated Feedback- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthOrder completed successfully – tracked and on time