Elvstrm Explains the Racing Rules (Paperback)

Paul Elvstrom

ISBN 10: 1399421530 / ISBN 13: 9781399421539

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, London, 2024

About this Item

Paperback. This book is a must-have for any serious racing sailor Sir Ben Ainslie, four-time Olympic gold winning sailor.Paul Elvstrom is arguably the greatest Olympic sailor of all time. Proving that understanding the rules is crucial to winning, he devised this unique approach to explaining them using birds-eye diagrams. His detailed explanations are applied to myriad racing situations, each cross-referenced to relevant case studies provided by World Sailing (formerly ISAF).Included with the book are a set of plastic boats, for use during protest hearings. They are transparent but coloured differently so can also be used with an overhead projector.This edition is completely revised to cover the new rules issued for 2025-28. It includes the full text of the latest rules, with a handy quick-reference guide highlighting the latest changes. There is also a confidence-building section on how to present your case in a protest, and the back cover shows the signal flags for instant easy reference on the race course.Long established as the most accessible and most trusted guide to the racing rules, Elvstrom Explains is a must-have. Whether racing in a dinghy, keelboat or large yacht, it is the perfect pocket reference for those who want to win. The essential guide to the racing rules from one of the sports greatest champions understand the rules and understand the winning mentality. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Elvstrm Explains the Racing Rules (Paperback)
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, London
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1399421530
• ISBN 13: 9781399421539
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

'This book is a must-have for any serious racing sailor' – Sir Ben Ainslie, four-time Olympic gold winning sailor.

Paul Elvstrøm is arguably the greatest Olympic sailor of all time. Proving that understanding the rules is crucial to winning, he devised this unique approach to explaining them using bird's-eye diagrams. His detailed explanations are applied to myriad racing situations, each cross-referenced to relevant case studies provided by World Sailing (formerly ISAF).

Included with the book are a set of plastic boats, for use during protest hearings. They are transparent but coloured differently so can also be used with an overhead projector.

This edition is completely revised to cover the new rules issued for 2025-28. It includes the full text of the latest rules, with a handy quick-reference guide highlighting the latest changes. There is also a confidence-building section on how to present your case in a protest, and the back cover shows the signal flags for instant easy reference on the race course.

Long established as the most accessible and most trusted guide to the racing rules, Elvstrøm Explains is a must-have. Whether racing in a dinghy, keelboat or large yacht, it is the perfect pocket reference for those who want to win.

About the Authors

Paul Elvstrom is a world renowned Olympic gold medallist and legendary sailor. He represented Denmark at nine Olympic Games, winning gold 4 times, as well as being World Champion and European Champion many times. His explanation of the Racing Rules has been an international bestseller for over 40 years

Søren Krause is an experienced international racing judge. As Paul Elvstrøm's son-in-law, he worked closely with the Olympic and World Champion on seven editions of his famous book.