Alby pratt from north sails shares his expertise with us on any boat the headsail is important, not. Written by bill gladstone, the north u trim book covers every facet of sail trim, boat speed, and boat handling. Sail trim theory 101 mains, jibs and rigs created for mcsc by nicholas hayes, team syrena, us 46409 the simple rules of telltales. Written by bill gladstone, the north u sail trim book covers every facet of sail trim. The integration of cameras, computers, and trimmers takes the guesswork out of getting sails set up correctly. Look at the jibs leading edge, or luff, as you begin to determine its trim.
Trimming your sails properly will make your boat easier to steer, you will go faster more efficiently and with less heel. Sail trim and rig tuning pdf epub download cause of you. Be the first to ask a question about north u trim book. A classic book, explaining how to tune sails and rig of your sailing boat to achieve better performance. It is the compliment to the acclaimed performance racing tactics. By tom whidden one of the goals for our book, the art and science of sails, is to connect the theoretical with the practical.
Bill gladstone is the author of sail trim and rig tuning 4. Use our how to section to search for content and read about topics of interest to you. Downwind sections will cover symmetric and asymmetric spinnakers as well as tips for those who sail under jib and main only. Seminars are an excellent way to spend time with fellow sailors. There are some neat ideas here, such as tricks to speed up roll tacking and roll gibing, a controlled gibing technique which keeps the boat going fast. With 44 articles that have never before appeared in book form, the new book of sail trim provides concise, easytounderstand instruction in every facet of sails and sail handling.
One of the twopart gladstone performance racing series, this book discusses sail trim, boathandling, preparation and tuning. Downloadable sail trim guides articles quantum sails. The difference between midfleet and podium is just a couple percent. Featuring over 150 lofts across the globe, innovative products and materials, and the north sails collection. Explanations are short, clear and simple, with useful illustrations. New sailors will learn about sailing terminology and helm commands, proper sail trim, safety basics and seamanship, while more advanced students can learn to handle multiday cruises and heavier wind conditions. If the breeze is on or you want to sail a higher course and point closer to the wind, move the draft aft. The continuous trimming, of your sails to power them up in lighter winds and to reduce power in stronger winds can result in significant performance gains. The trim book gives complete coverage to upwind and downwind sail trim and boat handling, including mainsail and genoa trim, helming and the trim and handling of both conventional and asymmetric spinnakers. Ease until the sail begins to luff bubble or backwind along its leading edge then trim just enough to stop luffing. Sustainability has always been close to north sails heart. Ivar dedekams revolutionary approach to sail and rig tuning tackles the practical and realistic elements of tuning your boat as well as the theory of sail aerodynamics. An understanding of the physics of aerodynamics will help us better trim and set our sails.
A captains quick guide captains quick guides 3 copies. Get north u sail trim simulator android at the play store. But dont take that to mean youll be stuck on dry land with a book. Manual of sail trim stuart walker, if you determine they have the constitution for it. Sail trim ian short sails high performance racing and. No matter what boat you sail, the north u sail trim seminar is for you its. The north u trim book treats boat speed and boat handling topics in the same accessible style as north u tactics. Sep 17, 2015 north sails trim for speed awesome trim video from north sails with tom whidden, tom mclaughlin, gary weismann and hans fogh 5. Written by bill gladstone, performance racing trim covers every facet of sail trim, boat speed, and boat handling. In the last edition of the fast course book, this chapter included an extensive trim loop diagram to explain mainsail trimming. We can call this the sail s presentation to the wind.
Downloadable sail trim guides july 12, 2018 with detailed instructions, illustrations, and photos, these downloadable guides are a musthave resource for every sailor. In addition, the course covers the latest in spinnaker trim and control for both conventional and asymmetric spinnakers. May 11, 2015 the asail also needs to be trimmed as twisted as possible assuming tweakers are used but the main traveller can be kept high with the sheet and vang trimmed on to keep the main from flogging. We also know what makes a sail easy to trim and versatile over a range of wind speeds and angles. Our selection of north u coursebooks and cds on sailing rules, boat handling, racing trim, and race boat cruising are sure to give you that extra edge to. The mainsail will need to be eased further than you think. Oct 06, 2015 north u trim book to get someone up to speed.
Our trimming efforts aim at making the entire sail, from foot to head, present to the wind evenly and at the correct angle. Hello, i have been looking for a book on sail trimming. North u sailing books, sailing reference books, sailing. This book demystifies the skill of good sail trim with the aid of superb color diagrams and photograph, to enable racers and cruisers alike to sail efficiently and get the most out of. The loop cycle was helpful for some people, but quite confusing for most, for this reason, we dropped it. From the pages of sail magazine, comes the first new anthology in nearly 15 years on the popular subject of sail trim. If you need more speed or the wind lightens, power up the sail by moving the draft forward. Tom whidden pesident of north sails, who has been dennis conners tactician. This book covers all aspects of sail trim including basic settings and when to modify them. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. North sails has a wealth of information that we want to share with you. North u offers books, videos, seminars, online programs and webinars, clinics, race weeks, and onboard coaching.
The best of sail trim by sail book a copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. A sails luff should face directly into the wind so that air streams evenly on both sides. Jun 08, 2012 best book that ive read by far is frank bethwaites book high performance sailing. Download the pcmac desktoplaptop version from our downloads page. Our selection of north u coursebooks and cds on sailing rules, boat handling, racing trim, and race boat cruising are sure to give you that extra edge to take on the competition fully armed and prepared. One of the goals for our book, the art and science of sails, is to connect the theoretical with the practical. A history of the jewish community of london ontario from the 1850s to the 4 copies. It is the compliment to the acclaimed north u racing tactics. Buy the best of sail trim revised edition by sail magazine, mason, charles isbn. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. Best book that ive read by far is frank bethwaites book high performance sailing. We can call this the sails presentation to the wind.
Sunday, april 26, 2020 seattle sailing club seattle, washington book now. Covers sail trim, helmsmanship and boat handling with extra emphasis on honing your trim skills. North u sail trim seminars american sailing association. North u trim by bill gladstone the most complete book on modern sailing performance. Get north u sail trim simulator ios at the app store. Driven by the north sails design suite, the north u sail trim simulator lets you explore proper upwind trim with the full range of sail controls. Whether it is tips on getting around the racecourse, trimming your sails or cruising techniques we aim to document our knowledge to help improve your sailing. North sails trim for speed awesome trim video from north sails with tom whidden, tom mclaughlin, gary weismann and hans fogh 5.
Unlike other explanations, the pdf contains commentary from both the. No matter what boat you sail, the north u sail trim seminar is for you its always more fun to sail fast. Along its leading edge and trim just enough to stop luffing. Aug 31, 2012 havent seen the bethwaite book yet, but i think sail like a champion by dc gasp is one of the best books ever on how to race a sailboat. A sail s luff should face directly into the wind so that air streams evenly on both sides. In this sailing basics video you learn how to properly trim sails when sailing upwind. When people ask me why a particular boat goes slower or faster than its competitors the answer often comes down to who is paying constant attention to sail trim. The asail also needs to be trimmed as twisted as possible assuming tweakers are used but the main traveller can be kept high with the sheet and. This chapter is excerpted from their new book speed sailing, published by. Oct 30, 2001 one of the twopart gladstone performance racing series, this book discusses sail trim, boathandling, preparation and tuning.
Brian hancock knows his subject and has the sailmaking experience and sea miles to know what really works and what does not out there on the open sea. This beautifully illustrated and wellorganised book shows the reader step by step, how to trim their sails and rig for maximum performance. Apr 27, 2016 ease until the sail begins to luff bubble or backwind along its leading edge then trim just enough to stop luffing. Maximum sail power endorsements maximum sail poweris the best book on sails and sail trim to come along in a generation.
Pdf sail and rig tuning download full pdf book download. View our other sites north sails north sails graphics. Dec 08, 2011 your initial goal is to trim the sail with the maximum amount of draft located in the middle of the sail. The physics of sailing arises from a balance of forces between the wind powering the sailing craft as it passes over its sails and the resistance by the sailing craft against being blown off course, which is provided in the water by the keel, rudder, underwater foils and other elements of the underbody of a sailboat, on ice by the runners of an ice boat, or on land by the wheels of a sail. Get the critical increment of fast at a north u trim webinar. The seventh edition includes over 200 information packed pages. Your boat looks absolutely beautiful and steering is so much fun. Upwind topics include jib trim, mainsail trim and helming. North u racing trim coursebook north u trim by bill gladstone the most complete book on modern sailing performance to win races you have to sail fast. If you are in the market for sails or want to become a better sailor. Take our learn to sail course and learn the proper way to trim sails. This book demystifies the skill of good sail trim with the aid of superb colour. The trim book gives complete coverage to upwind and downwind sail trim and boat handling. The science behind your sail trim by tom whidden one of the goals for our book, the art and science of sails, is to connect the theoretical with the practical.
Spinnaker trim for speed sailing by mike toppa and. So far i have come across the following books mentioned on various fora including ybw. Best sail trim tactics book for racing sailing anarchy. Dont be afraid to let the sail out until its against the shrouds and spreaders just make sure the boom vang is on tight enough. Jan 04, 2019 the shape of speed north sails trim e w.
Your initial goal is to trim the sail with the maximum amount of draft located in the middle of the sail. Excellent for both beginner and advanced sailors alike. Havent seen the bethwaite book yet, but i think sail like a champion by dc gasp is one of the best books ever on how to race a sailboat. He and coauthor, gary jobson, sailed aboard defender in the 1983 americas cup. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Understanding rigs and rigging by richard jud henderson provides you with a detailed look at a subject that is too important to gloss over.
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