Host and demonstrator John Rousmaniere praised as "a natural teacher" by Cruising World Magazine, is the author of "The Annaplois Book of Seamanship", widely used as a text by sailing schools. In his many years as a sailor, he has won major racing championships in daysailors.
In this program, you will learn how to sail and enjoy the most popular of all sailboats - the keel daysailors and small keel sailing boats. Beginning with hull designs, this program covers getting under way, boat handling and includes an introduction to the sport of sailboat racing. This program is packed with information including detailed close-ups, helpful graphics and a strong emphasis on safety.
Subjects covered include: steering, tacking and jibing, how to shape the sails, life jacket type and use, crew organization, the spinnaker, essential racing skills, navigation rules, and man overboard rescue.
JOHN ROUSMANIERE, the author of THE ANNAPOLIS BOOK OF SEAMANSHIP - "The most complete and best reference book on the sport that has ever been available" according to the American Sailing Association, has now made a programme of equal authority and quality. As one of the sports most acknowledged authorities, John Rousmaniere has covered more than 30.000 miles of blue water and has written 15 books about the seas and sailing. Yacht Racing & Cruising magazine awarded him its Medal of Achievement for Contribution to Yachting.
DVD Info
Region: 2
Running Time: 60 minutes
Release Date: 11/08/03
