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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.'Yachting'Details 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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- Q: What is the length, width, and height of this book? A: The book measures seven point five two inches in length, zero point seven five inches in width, and ten point two five inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging' have? A: This book contains two hundred seventy-two pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging' is Richard 'Jud' Henderson.
- Q: What is the main focus of this book? A: The book focuses on the intricacies of sailboat rigs and rigging techniques.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in sailing? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both newcomers and experienced sailors.
- Q: How do I use the information in 'Understanding Rigs and Rigging'? A: You can use this book to assess and optimize your sailboat rig for various sailing interests.
- Q: Can I learn about different rig configurations from this book? A: Yes, the book discusses various rig configurations, including luna and modern Chinese lug rigs.
- Q: What safety issues does the book address? A: The author focuses on safety issues related to rigging, essential for any boat venturing offshore.
- Q: How do I care for this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place and avoid exposing it to moisture.
- Q: Is there any specific maintenance I should do for this book? A: No specific maintenance is required, but handle the book carefully to prevent wear.
- Q: What should I do if the book arrives damaged? A: Contact the seller for a return or exchange if the book arrives damaged.
- Q: Can I return this book if I change my mind? A: Yes, return policies typically allow for returns within a specified period.
- Q: How does this book compare to other sailing guides? A: This book provides detailed technical insights that may not be covered in more general sailing guides.
- Q: Is this book recommended for advanced sailors? A: Yes, advanced sailors will also find valuable insights and recommendations in this book.