Sail and Rig Tuning

The first chapters cover the most basic sail theory, followed by partical sail tuning instructions. The second part of the book deals with more advanced techniques such a spinnaker control and finally mast and rigging set up.

The paperback book is small and easy to carry around. Great to read on the metro in the morning !


For both the basic and advanced yachtsman   March 28, 2003
 12 out of 12 found this review helpful

This tuning guide is only topped by the sail manufacturer's own tuning guide for your specific sails.
For beginners, this book works as a basic textbook for how to make the boat go forward. For the advanced sailor, it guides you in fine tuning, techniques and engineering of the sails.

As the years have gone by and my sailing experience has increased, I still learn new things when I open this book. Both for racing and cruising.

This book is a 'MUST' and should be in every sailor's shelf - worn out.


Well laid out and very informative.   November 17, 2000
 14 out of 16 found this review helpful

A very well thought out book covering all aspects of sail trim and rig tuning. Equally suitable for expierenced and beginners. Some bits can be a bit basic for more expierenced, but useful reminders!! (hopefully not everyone I will be racing against will read this book!)