The first comprehensive sailing start-up kit for adult learners Your First Sailboatis the only book that puts entry-level sailboat selection, use, maintenance, and lifestyle issues all in one place for new sailors who happen to discover this wonderful sport as adults. This book answers questions that other books don't even think to ask: Can a keelboat tip over? Can I take a centerboard boat onto open water? What's a fair price to pay for the boat I want? Can I trailer a keelboat? How do I make this boat move? How do I make it stop moving? How do I take care of it? This complete guide for the beginning sailor: Offers authoritative advice on choosing a sailboat Provides decision trees to guide the reader to the perfect starter boat Discusses lake vs. ocean boats, family day sailing vs. racing, and more Answers all of the new sailor's questions