Rob Gibson – författare

The RYA Sail Trim Handbook for Cruisers is crammed with useful tips and pointers on one of the fundamentals of good seamanship: sail trim. The book focuses more on the needs of the cruising sailor as opposed to the out-and-out racer. After all, a well-trimmed cruising yacht will be better balanced, easier to handle, and will sail more comfortably.Sail trim can be bewildering to the novice but the RYA Sail Trim Handbook talks you through the subject in an informative yet entertaining manner. The book is further enhanced by a range of clear, well thought-out illustrations.Ultimately this book will have you itching to get back afloat and tinkering with the trim of your sails.

Unlock the secrets of yacht racing and discover how inclusivity and strategic skill can transform your sailing journey. Yacht-racing teams have places for people of all levels of skill, fitness, physical ability or disability, and age. Enthusiasm is the most important requirement! This book will enable you to combine keenness with knowledge of the role each member of the crew performs. This book is a comprehensive guide to the world of yacht racing, designed to improve both beginner and advanced sailing skills. It covers key topics like understanding the Racing Rules of Sailing, mastering offshore regulations, and developing effective race strategies. Rob Gibson, an expert in the field, shares his extensive knowledge to make the sport accessible to all. - Explains the detailed Racing Rules of Sailing and how they apply in different scenarios.- Describes the importance of team roles and coordination for successful races.- Covers advanced techniques like precise sail trimming and strategic race positioning.- Offers insights into long-distance offshore racing and the specific skills required. This instructional book offers a deep dive into yacht racing, providing a pathway to enhanced sailing skills and strategic mastery for both novices and seasoned sailors. Rob Gibson is a knowledgeable author in his field, showcasing a dedication to his craft. His works reflect a deep understanding and passion for sailing.

From droving to driving, heilan coos to long horns, Highland Cowboys explores the links between the two cattle cultures of Scotland and America through music, song, dance, and folklore. The vast number of Scots who emigrated to North America, whether through forcible eviction during the Highland Clearances or voluntarily in the hope of a better life, has been well documented. With them they took their culture, their language, their music and their skills. Cattle droving in Scotland was an established profession from the 16th century, and many such migrants took cowboy jobs in the American West. The medium of music paints a vivid picture of their social and personal lives, and describes a mutual exchange as music crossed and re-crossed the Atlantic creating strong links between the old culture and the new. This unique exploration of the cowboy culture sheds new light on the everyday life of the cattle communities.