The International Optimist is the largest youth training class in the world. Its popularity continues to grow through community sailing programs and camps. To date, there are over 400,000 boats registered throughout the world. "Optis" are used exclusively by sailors under the age of 16 and they are sailed in more than 95 countries. First published in 1997 by Simon & Schuster, this classic how-to book is perfect for IM's program and enthusiastically supported by its author, Gary Jobson. The Winner's Guide To Optimist Sailing will enjoy a strong second life on our sailing list. The Winner's Guide To Optimist Sailing is a complete training manual for young skippers, their parents, and their coaches. Whether launching an Optimist for the first time or already racing to win, this easy-to-follow manual gives young sailors the step-by-step information they need to rig, sail, and race their boats. Written by two of sailing's foremost authorities, this book covers every aspect of beginning sailing and offers useful tips and winning tactics for competitive racing - an important component of most sailing programs. Special sections offer advice for parents and coaches as well.