Sail and Rig: the Tuning Guide

Magne Klann & Øyvind Bordal

Fernhurst

£18

A practical and passionate guide to choice, maintenance and management of the rig and sails – essentially a stayed Bermudan rig with mainsail and headsails. Although its translated origin is obvious (and the proof reader hasn’t fully earned his credit) the style is engaging and the explanations logical. It’s well laid-out and profusely illustrated.  The authors quote from John Rousmaniere, “The goal is not to sail the boat but help the boat to sail herself.” My own elderly ketch is far removed from the beautifully photographed examples here but, as I read, I found myself realising how much more effectively I could use the features she possesses already. I therefore recommend this book.