The Windvane Self-Steering Handbook
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Here is the definitive manual for choosing, purchasing, installing, maintaining, repairing, using, and even building a windvane self-steerer, that amazing device that relieves longdistance sailors from the the helm while using not one amp of precious electrical power. This user-friendly guide includes: How vane gears work A clear discussion of how to match vane design with boat Invaluable instructions for how to sail with a windvane-- settings, sail trim, and more A detailed look at nine commercial models, plus plans and instructions for readers to build their own
From the Inside Flap
How to choose, buy, build, install, maintain, repair, and use a windvane self-steerer
When you're cruising shorthanded, you can't always be at the helm. A windvane self-steering system is the most reliable means of steering your small vessel on long ocean passages--and it doesn't use one amp of your precious electrical power. The Windvane Self-Steering Handbook is the definitive guide to every aspect of sailing and working with the long-distance sailor's best friend.
Veteran sailor Bill Morris points out the mechanical and navigational advantages of vane steering systems; provides an overview of available products, complete with sizes, prices, and contact information; and shows you how to install, maintain, repair, and modify vane gears for best performance. In this practical guide you'll find:
*Lucid explanations of how vane gears work
*An easy-to-implement discussion of how to match a vane design with your boat
*Invaluable instructions for how to sail with a windvane--settings, sail trim, etc.
*A look at ten commercially available vane gear systems
*Diagrams and instructions for a home-built unit
*Instructions for customizing vane gears for optimum performance
The Windvane Self-Steering Handbook
The Windvane Self-Steering Handbook,Bill Morris,International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press,0071434690,Sail Boating,Sailboats,Sailing - General,Seamanship,Ships & Shipbuilding - Engineering,Sports,Sports & Recreation,Steering-gear,Sailing,Sports & Recreation / Sailing
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