Small boats. Right parts. Fine service. Since 1968.
There's no
one-and-only-right-way
to learn to sail.
How good, how proficient? And on what size sailboat? A small type, or a big one?
Consider your personality and determine how much time/money you're willing to invest. Choose the method/s that you think will work best for you. Then practice, practice, practice.
If you need suggestions or more information, and you live in southeast Michigan, call lindy. Learning to sail small boats can be inexpensive and fun. Learn to sail today.
from a free, 10-page booklet in straightforward language with clear, full color illustrations. Published in 1977 by Alcort, teaches novices how to sail a Sunfish. Content is applicable to most board boats—and the title lives up to its promise.
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from a free, 37-page booklet in straightforward language with vintage black & white photos, illustrations, and diagrams. A classic from the '70s. Perfect for brand new sailors; relates to most catamarans, and many monohulls. An excellent how-to on everything you need to know. Includes docking, righting, trapezing —a fabulous, hands-on guide. Kudos to Hobie Cat!
Send an email to webmaster@avonsailboats.com to request it. Thanks!
If you'd like to take a ride on a cat, and talk with local cat-sailing enthusiasts, you'll have an opportunity this summer!
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No visuals, but written by sailors. Online at WikiHow, the How-To Manual That Anyone Can Write or Edit.
coming soon!
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