Items related to The Laser Book
A completely revised, colour edition of THE Laser sailing manual giving essential information and tips for faster, smarter Laser sailing.
This book takes a complete beginner up to Club Champion standard. It teaches everything from the essentials of sailing theory and rigging, through faster upwind and downwind sailing, to racing tactics and how to outsmart the opposition.The essential skills that are covered in this book will also useful to radio controlled Laser sailors who will find that many of the areas of covered also apply to the RC Lasers, in particular faster sailing and racing tactics.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover:
This is the ultimate Laser sailing manual. It shows you:
About the Author:
- How to set up new control lines.
- How to master the 4.7 Radial and Standard rigs.
- How to go fast - upwind and downwind.
- How to avoid common mistakes.
- How to outsmart the opposition.
- Do you fall in on the run?
- Does your mainsheet catch round the back?
- How did you rig the outhaul?
- Which end of the startline should you choose?
The Laser Book tells you everything you always wanted to know about Laser sailing....but were too busy righting the boat to ask!
Packed with practical advice on rigging, launching and sailing in all conditions, this is THE manual for all Laser sailors. With its help a complete beginner can become a competent club racer within weeks of getting afloat, and go on to become a winner. More experienced sailors will find the go-fast tips from champion racers invaluable.
This fourth edition contain brand new sections on the Radial and 4.7 rigs and the Standard section has been completely updated. Each rig now has a key settings chart to help you make rapid adjustments for maximum speed in all conditions. The new control lines are also covered in full. Over 270 stunning new colour photos and 45 colour diagrams take you through key techniques and manoeuvres in easy-to follow sequences.
Tim Davison has been Laser (Masters) European champion and National Champion. He has raced successfully in Laser National, European and World Championships and has also won the Moth Nationals.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherFernhurst Books
- Publication date1979
- ISBN 10 0906754003
- ISBN 13 9780906754009
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages64
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
The Laser Book
Published by
Fernhurst Books
(1979)
ISBN 10: 0906754003
ISBN 13: 9780906754009
Used
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # S00A-03967
Buy Used
US$ 8.80
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Laser Book
Published by
Fernhurst Books
(1979)
ISBN 10: 0906754003
ISBN 13: 9780906754009
Used
Paperback
First Edition
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Book. Seller Inventory # 036448
Buy Used
US$ 9.97
Convert currency
Stock Image
Laser Book
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Laser Book This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 7719-9780906754009
Buy Used
US$ 43.77
Convert currency
Stock Image
Laser Book
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780906754009
Buy Used
US$ 43.77
Convert currency
Stock Image
The Laser Book
Published by
Fernhurst Books
(1979)
ISBN 10: 0906754003
ISBN 13: 9780906754009
Used
PAPERBACK
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description PAPERBACK. Condition: GOOD. 1979-07-01. Fernhurst Books. Paperback. GOOD Black and white titles, red gloss card covers. Seller Inventory # 1948661
Buy Used
US$ 41.59
Convert currency