Title
Understanding Rigs And Rigging
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Understanding Rigs And Rigging By Richard Jud Henderson Provides You With A Detailed Look At A Subject That Is Too Important To Gloss Over. Beginning With A Review Of The History Of Sailboat Rigs, Henderson Moves Quickly To Modern Foreandaft Rigs, Taking Time For A Sampling Of The More Exotic Rig Configurations That May Be Seen Sailing Today, Such As The Luna, Modern Chinese Lug Rigs, Cat Ketches, And Wing Sails. There Is A Thorough Look At Masts And Other Spars, With A Very Complete Discussion Of Wood, Aluminum, Carbonfiber, And Other Materials As They Are Used In Spar Construction. You Will Find Out How Best To Utilize Your Rig In A Manner Compatible With Your Sailing Interests. There Are Chapters On Standing And Running Rigging, With A Detailed Look At Their Components; Discussions Of Rigging Constructions Such As Wire And Rod, And The Most Effective Terminal Fittings For Each; And Information On Turnbuckles, Chainplates, Tangs, And Backstay Adjustors. Henderson Gives You A Comparison Of Halyards (Should Yours Be All Rope, Or Wire And Rope?); A Look At Winches, Cleats, Blocks, And Levers; And A Most Helpful Section On Deck Layout. You Will Also Read About Sail Trim And Basic Aerodynamics, And Learn How To Set Up And Tune Your Rig To Optimize Rake, Shroud Tension, Lateral Bend, Mast Flexing, And Stay Tension. The Final Chapter Looks At Improvements, Modifications, And Offshore Rig Considerations, Including Such Elements As Changing Mast Length And Converting A Sloop To A Yawl Or Cutter, Or Vice Versa. Throughout The Book, Jud Henderson Draws On His Experience To Focus On Safety Issues. For The Newcomer And The Experienced Sailor Alike, There Is No Excuse For Putting A Poorly Selected Rig In Any Boat That May Venture Offshore. Understanding Rigs And Rigging Will Provide You With The Information You Need To Rig Your Boat Properly. This Is An Exceptionally Detailed Look At Everything Above The Deck On A Sailboat. Henderson Is An Experienced Author And Sailor, And He Has Organized A Tremendous Amount Of Information In One Volume.YachtingDetails Specific Enough To Guide Sailboat Owners In Assessments Of Their Own Rigs Are The Strength Of This Survey. After Reading This Book'S Recommendations On Points As Various As How To Keep A Mast Heel Dry And How To Check For Correct Bend In Shroud Tangs, Many Readers Will Make Some Changes.Soundings
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging'? A: 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging' by Richard 'Jud' Henderson provides a comprehensive overview of sailboat rigging, covering historical and modern rig types, materials used in spar construction, and practical rigging techniques.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging' is Richard 'Jud' Henderson, an experienced sailor and author.
- Q: What are some unique rig configurations discussed in the book? A: The book explores various rig configurations, including luna rigs, modern Chinese lug rigs, cat ketches, and wing sails.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging' contains 272 pages of detailed information about sailboat rigging.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition' and is in an acceptable condition for reading.
- Q: Does the book provide safety guidelines? A: Yes, the author emphasizes safety issues throughout the book, making it relevant for both newcomers and experienced sailors.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging' is suitable for both beginners and experienced sailors, offering valuable insights into rigging techniques and safety.
- Q: What binding type is used for this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging' published? A: The book was published on November 1, 1990.
- Q: What topics related to rigging are covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as standing and running rigging, rigging constructions, deck layout, sail trim, and rig tuning.