Filled with advice from leading sail makers, this is a practical, comprehensive reference guide to setting up, trimming and looking after sails and setting up, tuning and looking after rigs, for novice and experienced sailors.br brThere is a real art to trimming sails. Knowing when you need to make adjustments to a sail and the exact adjustments required are fundamental sailing skills that take time to perfect. For all but the most expert sailors these are difficult yet essential skills to master. With the help and expert advice from leading sail makers, iSail Trim and Rig Tuning Handbook iwill help us work at and refine these elusive skills, spelling out clearly in no-nonsense language what needs to be done, in clear question and answer format, supported by explanatory diagrams and photos.br brThis essential easy-to-follow practical manual will cover and include:br br? useful theory on how sails workbr? how to use sail controls to change the shape of a sail and a clear explanation of why this needs to be done in the first placebr? how sails are designed and made, plus how to look after thbr? how to understand the basic principles behind rig design and the most common configurations, including masthead and fractional rigs br? step-by-step advice on rig tuning, again with clear illustrations and explanationsbr? sound and practical advice on rig care, including listing the checks owners need to carry out on a regular basis, as well as the more thorough rig inspections that should be carried out by professionals annually to ensure the rig rains safebr? invaluable advice on replacing sails and standing rigging will also be givenbr briSail Trim and Rig iiTuning Handbookii iwill help all sailors ? both cruisers and racers ? make the most of their time on the water: getting the best performance from their rig and sails, and ensuring they last as long as possible.