101 essential practical sailing tips for a stress-free, enjoyable time at sea, from expert sailing instructor Duncan Wells. Here are the answers to all your boating questions and dilemmas. In this accessible, easy-to-absorb handbook, Duncan Wells shares 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. This new title in Duncan Wells' popular Stress-Free mini-series will be a godsend to all boaters looking for tips, hints and solutions to everyday boating problems, and perfectly complements Stress-Free Sailing and Stress-Free Navigation. 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
- Protect your topsides and gunwale
- 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
- Mount VHF aerials vertically
- Shorten a line
- Pick up buoys from the cockpit
- Learn to splice
- Fit the spare
- Look after your zips
And many, many more!