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Folkboat Story: From Cult to Classic -- The Renaissance of a Legend
Dieter Loibner
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Description for Folkboat Story: From Cult to Classic -- The Renaissance of a Legend
Paperback. Dieter Lobiner details the history of the Nordic Folkboat, sketching its journey from its origins in 1930s Sweden to modern regattas which showcase its performance under trying conditions and its beautiful, sea-kindly and minimalistic design. Num Pages: 96 pages, 50 b&w photos, 30 line drawings. BIC Classification: WGG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 249 x 181 x 14. Weight in Grams: 538.
This modern classic of small boat literature details the history of the Nordic Folkboat--a class that enjoys remarkable popularity in some of the world's most beautiful and challenging sailing waters. A clinker design that sails equally fast and well whether it is made from wood or fiberglass, the Nordic Folkboat has been around for 60 years. It has stood the test of time as its minimalism, robustness and sea kindliness have proved resistant to radical design modifications. Loibner guides us through all the layers of the Folkboat community, from those who sail competitively in the many ... Read more
This modern classic of small boat literature details the history of the Nordic Folkboat--a class that enjoys remarkable popularity in some of the world's most beautiful and challenging sailing waters. A clinker design that sails equally fast and well whether it is made from wood or fiberglass, the Nordic Folkboat has been around for 60 years. It has stood the test of time as its minimalism, robustness and sea kindliness have proved resistant to radical design modifications. Loibner guides us through all the layers of the Folkboat community, from those who sail competitively in the many ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield
Number of pages
256
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Condition
New
Number of Pages
96
Place of Publication
Lanham, United States
ISBN
9781574092745
SKU
V9781574092745
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-3
About Dieter Loibner
Dieter Loibner, an editor and boating writer, holds an M.A. in journalism. He has written hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles about sailing for publications around the world and collaborated with many of the word's most successful sailing photographers. His international sailing and racing career spans more than 30 years. He lives in Oakland, California.
Reviews for Folkboat Story: From Cult to Classic -- The Renaissance of a Legend
Now in paperback, this is a modern classic detailing the history of the Nordic Folkboat. Designed during the early years of World War II, the 25-foot Folkboat has gone from cult to classic, maintaining a devoted following. Boats of all ages are still being sailed today. The Folkboat has also inspired spin-offs, such as the Contessa 26 ... Read more