Singlehanded Sailing: The Experiences and Techniques of the Lone Voyagers

This is a reference book. A "must" for anyone persueing the reality of offsore singlehanded sailing. This is not a basic how-to, but rather assumes the reader has some relevant experience. The writer delves into yacht and rigging design from the historical perspective all the way through to modern day Vendee' and Around Alone (ex BOC) type purpose built (solo) racing machines. None or very limited coverage of Mini Transat(s) or 6.5m class boats.Chapters also include psycological motivation, sleep deprivation, steering, stores, etc. Some pictures & sketches mostly b/w