This is the definitive guide to the Laser. "The Complete Book of Laser Sailing" is the most comprehensive book about successfully sailing and racing this popular and challenging high-performance dinghy. Dick Tillman tells you everything you need to know about the boat and how to set it up and sail it, including: rigging and sailing the boat; trailering and cartopping; maintenance and storage; training and physical conditioning; upwind and offwind racing techniques; clothing and equipment; and interviews with such champion racers as Hans Fogh, Ed Baird, Ed Adams, and Danielle Myrdal.Plus this updated and expanded edition gives you: the latest sail control and rig modifications; updated listings of major competition results New interviews with champion racers, including Olympian Mark Mendelblatt and Paige Railey on Radials. "A fine-tuned guide to everything anyone could ever need or want to know about the Laser." - "Sailing". "This book will most certainly make you a better sailor and could help you become a champion." - "Soundings". "This book is a must." - "The Little Ship".