Multihull Cruising Fundamentals: The Official American Sailing Association Guide to Cruising Multihulls
Published on 16. July 1997
Book
Paperback/Softback
119 pages
978-0-07-001633-0 (ISBN)
Description
Multihulls offer sailors expansive comfort, impressive speed, precise maneuverability, and, in the case of trailerables, easy storage and transportability. No wonder boat buyers and charter clients have begun migrating toward cats and tris in unprecedented numbers.Multihull Cruising Fundamentals taps into the essence of multihull sailing and gives readers a clear and concise analysis of these largely unfamiliar boats. Chapters one through four provide the skills sailors need to get trailerable multihulls safely into the water, rigged and sailing. Larger, cruising catamarans and their unique sailing and handling needs are addressed in chapters five through eight.The material in this book was developed by the American Sailing Association's Multihull Committee for use in classes throughout North America. Students will learn quickly and efficiently from Multihull Cruising Fundamentals' "no nonsense," step-by-step format. The knowledge and skills found in this text will prepare sailors to more fully enjoy the most forward-looking boats on today's pleasure boat market.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Rockport, ME
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
150 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 269 mm
Width: 213 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
363 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-001633-0 (9780070016330)
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Content
Chapters 1 through 4: Trailerable MultihullsChapter 1: Getting AcquaintedSailing KnowledgeTopside OrientationClimbing AboardTopside ConstructionDecksRiggingSteeringCabinsStabilitySailing SkillsGetting it in the WaterBacking the TrailerLaunchingMast SteppingUnfolding a TrimaranChapter 2: Getting StartedSailing KnowledgeStowage AboardA Closer LookCockpit & Deck AreaSailplansRigsThe MainsailHeadsailsMainsheetsMainsheet TravelersOuthaulsJib SheetsJib and Screacher Sheet TracksSpinnaker Sheets and GuysBarberhaulersDownhaul or CunninghamMarking SheetsDaggerboard and CenterboardsSailing SkillsEngine StartingPropeller ForcesOutboard Motor Starting ProcedureLeaving a DockManeuveringPerson Overboard DrillApproaching Parallel to a DockStopping the EngineChapter 3: Under SailSailing KnowledgeShallow Draft SailingPros and Cons of Deep Draft, Shoal Draft and BoardsEffects of WindageSailing SkillsSailing Close HauledA Close ReachBeam ReachBroad Reach and RunningJibingBack to Close HauledTackingSailing DrillsStaying on a Compass CourseChapter 4: CruisingSailing KnowledgeCapsizingPrevention: The Best CureHeavy Weather SailingTacticsHeaving-toRafting at AnchorSailing SkillsMan OverboardThe Quick StopThe Quick Stop DrillFigure 8 ReturnReefingHeave-toAnchoringAnchoring/towing BridleGetting SetAdditional Anchoring TechniquesBeachingChapters 5 through 8: Cruising CatamaransChapter 5: Getting AcquaintedSailing KnowledgeNomenclatureDecksStabilityAuxiliary Power OptionSailing SkillsEngine StartingCasting-off With a Stern WindCasting-off With a Strong But Favorable WindLeaving a Dock With Wind Blowing You Onto ItChapter 6: Getting StartedSailing KnowledgeBasic Concepts of Multihulls and Performance FeaturesShip's Systems, The Cockpit and Deck AreaSailplansRigsDaggerboards and CenterboardsTacking and TurningTurning Under PowerTying to a DockSailing SkillsManeuveringUnderstanding Twin ScrewsPractice Makes PerfectStopping at a Fixed Marker Upwind ExerciseDownwind Stopping ExerciseShifting CautionCross-wind Stopping ExerciseLeeway ExerciseTurning Radius ExerciseBacking on a Straight LinePerson OverboardLanding Parallel to a DockPerson Overboard Drill Under PowerStopping Beside a Leeward DockStopping Beside a Windward DockChapter 7: Under SailSailing KnowledgeShallow Draft SailingCruise Planning and the Shoal-Draft CatamaranEffects of WindageWeight: Carrying and Stowing GearSailing SkillsRigging and SailingJibing SequenceJibingTackingMaintaining a Compass CourseSailing DrillsFigure 8 PracticeObserving Sail PowerChapter 8: CruisingSailing KnowledgeSafetyHeavy Weather SailingCapsizingSea AnchorsThe GalleySailing SkillsCrew OverboardReefingReefing DrillHeave-toAnchoringAnchor BridlesTwo Anchor SystemsEmergency TillerEmergency Tiller ExerciseDinghiesConclusionAppendices:Appendix A: Chapter QuestionsAppendix B: Question AnswersAppendix C: GlossaryAppendix D: BibliographyIndex