Basic Keelboat

The illustrations in this book really are outstanding; especially compared to the ASA Sailing Fundamentals book. However, the Sailing Fundamentals book is more complete when it comes to regulations and safety. I recommend using both books.

This was a great book to learn from. It made the whole learning to sail process easy.

My name is Scott Livingston and I am the Assistant Director of Baltimore's Downtown Sailing Center.We have been instructing adults to sail since 1993, and we currently put more than 300 students through our programs every year.We have been using Basic Keelboat since day 1, and all of our students have given this book high ranks. This book breaks down the fundamentals of sailing, into digestible bits and pieces, with fantastic illustrations which help people to learn. There is no better way to learn then actually being on the water, but by thoroughly reading this book, you will gain the academics towards sailing, and this will help the on the water experience significantly.This is also a good book to come back time and time again, and really solidify your sailing abilities.SML

This book is the US Sailing textbook for the introductory course--Basic Keelboat. Instead of getting bogged down with too much material, this textbook gives you what you need to know when you first start sailing, and nothing else. I've taught sailing for 16 years at five different sailing schools. I have used this book for teaching and strongly reccomend this book for those who are just beginning to sail. As you advance in skills, more advanced textbooks are available to take you from beginner to advanced in meticulously planned stages. Even if you already of strong sailing skills, you can find and fill in the holes of your knowledge with this series of books. The fastest way to learn is to learn from the pro's.