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Elvstrom Explains the Racing Rules: 2021-2024 Rules (with model boats)

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Elvstrom Explains the Racing Rules: 2021-2024 Rules (with model boats)
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Paul Elvstrom
By (author) Soren Krause
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:240
Dimensions(mm): Height 186,Width 126
Category/GenreWater sports and recreations
Boating
Sailing
ISBN/Barcode 9781472980595
ClassificationsDewey:797.14
Audience
General
Illustrations Bird's-eye diagrams

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Adlard Coles Nautical
Publication Date 29 October 2020
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

'This book is a must-have for any serious racing sailor' - Sir Ben Ainslie, four-time Olympic gold winning sailor Paul Elvstrom is arguably the greatest Olympic sailor of all time. Proving that understanding the rules is crucial to winning, he devised this unique approach to explaining them using bird's-eye diagrams. His detailed explanations are applied to myriad racing situations, each cross-referenced to relevant case studies provided by World Sailing (formerly ISAF). Included with the book are a set of plastic boats, for use during protest hearings. They are transparent but coloured differently so can also be used with an overhead projector. This edition is completely revised to cover the new rules issued for 2021-24. It includes the full text of the latest rules, with a handy quick-reference guide highlighting the latest changes. There is also a confidence-building section on how to present your case in a protest, and the back cover shows the signal flags for instant easy reference on the race course. Long established as the most accessible and most trusted guide to the racing rules, Elvstrom Explains is a must-have. Whether racing in a dinghy, keelboat or large yacht, it is the perfect pocket reference for those who want to win.

Author Biography

Paul Elvstrom still holds the record (matched but never beaten) for the number of Olympic gold medals won by any racing sailor. He was World Champion and European Champion many times as well. Soren Krause, Elvstrom's son-in-law, is an experienced international racing judge. He worked closely with Elvstrom on seven editions of this book.

Reviews

All you need to know. * Sailing (US) * An indispensable book for anyone who races * Nautical News * Perfect for racers in every type of boat * Yachting Life *