A milestone in sailing literature, pored over by those who want to get the best from their rig and sailsA major contribution to our understanding of the subjectRevised edition explains new developments and thinkingBy the internationally acclaimed aerodynamics expert
Tony Marchaj's expertise in wind tunnel and test tank research, combined with his practical sailing experience, make him uniquely qualified to write this book. Previously a research fellow in the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Southampton University, he is now an independent aerodynamics consultant whose experience and advice is sought all around the world. Each of his previous books - Sailing Theory and Practice, Aero-hydrodynamics of Sailing and Seaworthiness: the Forgotten Factor - have become classic references.
'Should be on the bookshelf of every serious amateur and professional sailor' Nautical Magazine
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