{"product_id":"small-boat-racing-9781447411772","title":"Small Boat Racing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSharpen your competitive edge and learn how to secure the win with \u003cem\u003eSmall Boat Racing\u003c\/em\u003e by William F. Crosby.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis classic text quickly became the standard reference for dinghy and one-design class racers in the pre-and post-World War II era. Crosby systematically covers the critical skills, tactics, and interpretations of the rules needed to transform a casual sailor into a consistent race winner in competitive small boat fleets.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKey Areas for Competitive Advantage: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRacing Rules Mastery: Detailed and accessible explanations of the right-of-way rules and common infractions, crucial for skillful maneuvering and avoiding disqualification.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStarting Line Tactics: Expert strategies for achieving a perfect start, including timing, positioning, and defending a lane in a crowded fleet.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpwind and Downwind Strategy: Analysis of beating (upwind) and running (downwind) techniques, focusing on how to read wind shifts, handle currents, and cover or attack competitors.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEquipment and Tuning: Guidance on tuning the rig, proper hull maintenance, and ensuring your boat is in peak competitive condition to gain boat speed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is a timeless necessity for small boat racers, dinghy sailors, one-design fleet competitors, and sailing historians interested in the foundational strategies of competitive sailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e William F. Crosby\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Scott Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/23\/2011\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 192\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.55lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.44d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781447411772","brand":"Scott Press","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44902498664563,"sku":"9781447411772","price":43.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/9255\/0515\/files\/img_84640eb1-674b-485f-88da-4b220894bc97.jpg?v=1777387419","url":"https:\/\/bookstorenmore.com\/products\/small-boat-racing-9781447411772","provider":"Bookstore N More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}