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Advanced Racing Tactics |
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Advanced Racing Tactics by Stuart Walker 399 pages For the advanced racing sailor. Covers major regattas, big fleets and top competition. Goes from the basic principles of starting, beating, reaching and mark roundings to the best ways to practice and perfect these racing essentials. Divides the book into seven useful categories, general, tactical principles, starting, beating, reaching, running and finishing. With a helpful index it is an excellent companion to Dr. Walker's other books. |
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Code of Competition by Stuart Walker |
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Code of Competition by Stuart Walker 300 pages Stuart Walker book's have been a long time favorite for sailors who aspire to be champions in the sport. Focusing on the mental aspect of competition he looks into examples from many different sports, including sailing, at what drives athletes to win, and at what costs. Examining the links to the tendencies and genes of primitive ancestors in the drive to succeed. Learn the true answer to "Do nice guys finish last?". This is a must read for all aspiring athletes. |
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Sailing Smart |
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Sailing Smart by Buddy Melges, Charles Mason 192 pages An extremely useful, very readable book stuffed with winning techniques, tactics and strategy for any serious racing sailor. Buddy Melges is one of the worlds best racing sailors and he shares all in this very popular manual. It covers everything from preparation of yourself, equipment and crew to understanding the elements, like shifts and currents, and finally on the course tactics. |
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Tactics of Small Boat Racing |
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The Tactics of Small Boat Racing by Stuart Walker 352 pages In-depth discussions of many racers common problems presented in narrative form based on a particular incident or related incidents. For those who want to win. Breaks down situations and techniques into easily understood and read descriptions. From the general principles of small-boat racing, starting, beating, reaching, running to finishing. With helpful pictures and diagrams that provide a reinforcement for the text. |
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