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For those who want to go further, there are also tips on sailing faster and preparing to race.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43205625118898,"sku":"9781909911260","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781909911260_5dad663e-6304-4924-b9d9-fe56fcf66a0e.jpg?v=1786034177"},{"product_id":"9781912177172","title":"The Mirror Book","description":"The Mirror dinghy was a significant factor in the boom of dinghy sailing in the 1960s, introducing thousands to the delights of sailing. While sailing has come a long way since then and there have been a lot of far more exotic craft launched, the Mirror remains a fantastic boat in which to learn to sail and to compete at the highest levels. With this second edition, The Mirror Book has been bought into the Start to Finish series format alongside such revered books as The Laser Book, The Topper Book, The Catamaran Book and The Foiling Dinghy Book. Like these titles, this book tells you everything you need to know about sailing the boat (whether it be the original gaff-rigged boat or has the newer Bermuda rig). Written for those starting out through to those striving to win a championship, the book is packed with practical advice and illustrated with step-by-step photographs. It covers: setting up the Mirror and early sailing experiences; developing skills on all points of sailing and with the spinnaker; racing \u0026amp; masterclasses to become a championship winner. Over 180 photographs show you exactly how it’s done, and 72 diagrams illustrate key boat parts, the different points of sailing and complex on-the-water scenarios with clarity. It is written by Peter Aitken, formerly the UK National Mirror Coach, who has coached teams to win world championships in the Mirror, Cadet and 420 classes, and Tim Davison, a successful racer and author of countless books on sailing. The UK Mirror Class Association have contributed to this update and it is endorsed by Dave Wade, double Mirror National Champion, who says: “Armed with this book, your understanding of Mirror sailing techniques will grow, and your results will improve. I thoroughly recommend it.”","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56308578877813,"sku":"9781912177172","price":16.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781912177172_8bfe519e-0e1e-4139-9be9-649613a772ec.jpg?v=1786034552"},{"product_id":"9781898660989","title":"Knot Know–How – How To Tie the Right Knot For Every Job","description":"This beautiful full-colour book covers knots, splices and whippings. It begins with the ten knots everyone should know. The other knots are grouped by use so that if, for example, you want to make a loop you have eight knots to choose from. Each stage of each knot is illustrated and its uses, strong points and weak points are highlighted.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56308835385717,"sku":"9781898660989","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781898660989_ff01e3f0-c64b-4c2f-a995-83797539768f.jpg?v=1786034615"},{"product_id":"9781909911000","title":"Knots \u0026 Splices","description":"This beautifully illustrated book covers the commonly-used knots and splices. In full colour, it illustrates clearly how to tie each knot using sequential diagrams and a step-by-step approach. Topics covered include the ten knots everyone should know (plus many others), splices and whippings, how to choose the right rope for the job, the use and benefits of each knot and times where special care is needed.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56308858487157,"sku":"9781909911000","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781909911000_0a3e588d-6a80-461e-b0e4-92055dd42687.jpg?v=1786029158"},{"product_id":"the-knot-pack-learn-to-tie-the-most-commonly-used-knots","title":"The Knot Pack – Learn to tie the most commonly used knots","description":"All you need to help you learn the important knots, and a perfect gift for the keen sailor or outdoor adventurer.   The pack contains 3 one-metre lengths of coloured rope (the colours may vary) together with the beautifully illustrated 64-page Knots \u0026amp; Splices book. The book features the ten knots everyone should know, plus 16 other knots and 7 splices and whippings. It illustrates clearly how to tie each knot using sequential diagrams and a step-by-step approach. The use and benefits of each knot is described and the times when special care is needed highlighted.   Combined with the practice ropes, this is an ideal way to learn how to tie knots which will serve a lifetime’s sailing or adventuring.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57490319999349,"sku":"9781912621453","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781912621453.jpg?v=1786442208"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-tim-davison.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}