RYA Racing for Yachts & Keelboats

If you’re interested in getting started in big-boat racing, either as a Skipper or a member of the crew, then this new book by experienced racer Rob Gibson will guide you through what you need to know.
Yacht-racing teams have places for people of all levels of skill, fitness, physical ability or disability, and age. Enthusiasm is the most important requirement! This book will enable you to combine keenness with knowledge of the role each member of the crew performs, how to prepare to go racing, what to look out for when on the water, and how to stay safe.
Whether you’re a boat owner looking to get afloat more often or a novice looking for an exciting new hobby, then this is the book for you.
See you at the start line!

Contents
Introduction
1. Getting Started
2. Preparation and Practice
3. Race Control
4. Keeping out of Trouble
5. Race Marks
6. Get off to a Good Start
7. Crew Roles
8. Boat and Sail Handling
9. Sail Trim
10. Racing Offshore
11. Safety
Glossary
Index