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Nearly all aspects of the gaff rig are covered in this beautifully produced and colorfully written book. Cunliffe offers advice on setting up the rig, how to handle heavy loads by tackle rather than winches, and more. Writings are based from over 25 years of sailing gaff-rigged boats.
Table of Contents Include:
Gaff in Perspective
Masts and Spars
Running gear
Mainsails
Topsails
Headsails
Downwind sailing
Slow-speed sailing
Practical manoeuvering
The Question of Authenticity
Appendix 1 & 2
176 pp., softcover
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