New to sailing? Want to learn the basics? Or are you an experienced sailor who wants to broaden your skills and develop your techniques? In either case, Dinghy Sailing is the perfect book for you. This easy to follow, step-by-step guide, is packed with clear illustrations and photographs, and contains everything you need to know, from the basics right through to advanced techniques. Dinghy Sailing includes: Basic Principles - explains the various parts of a dinghy and what they do, What to Wear-you are going to get wet, so be prepared…to enjoy it! Preparing to Sail-winds and tides, The First Sail - balance, sail and trim, Advanced Sailing - trapezing, spinnaker handling and heavy weather sailing, Racing - increase your boatspeed and sharpen your strategy, Whether you are a novice or an experienced skipper, take to the helm with this practical, step-by-step guide.