New figures show increasing numbers of people choosing boating and watersports in 2009
The number of participants taking part in boating, watersports and water based leisure activities has increased from the previous year, according to a new report commissioned by the British Marine Federation (BMF) Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), Royal Yachting Association (RYA) and sponsored by ybw.com.
Sport Boat Sailing

America’s Cup Sailing Experience $128.18 The America’s Cup is the most prestigious yacht regatta in the world and this experience allows you to become the crew and participate in sailing on an authentic America’s Cup yacht. Take the helm, exert energy on the grinders or sit back and enjoy the action on the beautiful Auckland Harbour. This experience is suitable for everyone, from experienced racers to the most apprehensive first-time sailor.For lovers of water sports, this is a unique hands-on sailing experience in Auckland, ‘City of Sails’.

Vintage Sailing 2013 Easel Desk Calendar $12.95 Do you have a passion for sailing and sail boats? This Vintage Sailing easel desk calendar will make you happy with 12 beautiful vintage (1890 – 1950) images of sailboats and sailors on lakes and on the open seas. The calendar is printed on acid-free, natural white, heavy cardstock and is 6” x 7

DVD The Art of Racing Sailing DVD $29.94 DVD The Art of Racing Sailing DVD The Art of Racing Sailing DVDLearn How To Go Faster and Win!Win More Races! The Art of Racing Sailing is a comprehensive look at setting up the modern racing boat for top performance. Learn how to sail between two points and around the buoys in the shortest time, maximize your boat to attain the greatest speed in any given condition and get a better understanding of the race from before the boat is even launched. Also teaches prelaunch preparation, rig tuning, weight and balance, crew positions, sails and trim, sail handling including tacks, gybes, spinnaker sets and douses, maneuvers and electronics.Phil Nicols began sailing in 1976. He worked for Hood sails as a sail maker, raced a great variety of boats from Lasers to big boats with the majority of his experience coming from boats in the 40-foot range. He has trained crews and been a part of many successful racing campaigns including part of team that set several distance race records that have not yet been topped. Phil is the author of “The Racer’s Edge” column in a Southern Ontario Sailing publication. The Art of Racing Sailing is a synopsis of his years of experience condensed into an easy to follow format that will help your boat and crew’s performance in many areas for years to come. This production is a must have for the serious racer to sailor that just wants to improve his boat’s performance. Gather your crew and watch it together. 58 min.

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