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THE WINDSURFING BIBLE
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Burr Hazen
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Introduction [1]
Necessary Knowledge [2]
Light Wind [3]
In the Beginning [4]
Stance & Steering [5]
Moderate Wind [6]
Stance & Harness [7]
Beachstart [8]
Fast Tack [9]
Flare Gybe [10]
High Wind [11]
Stance & Footstraps [12]
Waterstart [13]
Carved Gybes [14]
Ski & Laydown Gybes [15]
Duck Gybe [16]
Rigging [17]
Equipment [18]
Stampeding Fish [19]
Glossary [20]
Order Information [21]
Burr Hazen (Biography) [22]
The French Colt [23]
e-mail Burr [24]
THE WINDSURFING BIBLE is a series of books of instruction, in 3
parts:
1. BEGINNER INSTRUCTION AND LIGHT WIND WINDSURFING
2. INTERMEDIATE SKILLS AND MODERATE WIND WINDSURFING
3. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES AND HIGH WIND WINDSURFING
Some books are free and others may be purchased individually or as a
group.
For example, the four books in Part 2, Intermediate Techniques &
Moderate Wind Windsurfing, are available together for $17.97. (The
four books are 5, 6, 7 & 8 listed to the right)
The books are downloaded from this web site to your computer, which
takes about 2 minutes.
Techniques are taught in 6 steps, followed by detailed explanations
of all mistakes made in each step. The books are fun, funny, and will
help you advance to the next level.
Get the next book as you progress.
Click the links to read samples of the books and to receive download
information.
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CLICK BELOW FOR BOOKS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
1. HOW\\'S ABOUT THIS BOOK (FREE) [26]
PART 1, BEGINNER SKILLS [27](4 BOOKS FOR $16.97)
PART 2, INTERMEDIATE SKILLS (4 BOOKS FOR [28] $17.97)
5. MODERATE-WIND STANCE & HARNESS [29] ($8.97)
6. BEACHSTART [30] ($7.97)
7. FAST TACK [31] ($7.97)
8. FLARE GYBE [32] ($8.97)
9. HIGH-WIND STANCE & FOOTSTRAPS [33] ($11.97)
11. CARVED GYBES [34]($14.97)
16. STAMPEDING FISH (FREE) [35]
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BURR HAZEN, BIOGRAPHY [37]
THE SAILBOARD SCHOOL, FLORIDA 1980-1990 [38]
THE WINDSURFER\\'S CASTLE, BONAIRE 1990-2000 [39]
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1. HOW\\'S ABOUT THIS BOOK [40]
The Introduction to _The Windsurfing Bible_ is FREE and will give
you a deeper understanding of windsurfing and your own windsurfing
ability. You also will learn which books of _The Windsurfing Bible_ to
read, and in what order. You'll get a few laughs, too. An excerpt of
Book 1 and a download link is available by CLICKING THE TITLE TO THE
LEFT.
2. NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE [41]
_Necessary Knowledge_ is just that, necessary (not to mention
FREE.) It covers basic to advanced windsurfing concepts that you need
to understand to help learn new skills. Also explained are terms and
ideas used throughout _The Windsurfing Bible._ Plus, you learn HLOWs:
the simple keys to master new techniques.
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PART I. LIGHT-WIND SAILING [43] Buy all 4 books of Part 1 together
as a package! The link to the left also contains an introduction to
windsurfing in light-wind, beginning techniques, and an explanation of
the skills described by the 4 books in Part I.
3. IN THE BEGINNING [44]
Books 3, 4 and 5 form the foundation upon which all of your
windsurfing, _for the rest of your life,_ is based. Skills covered are
rigging, carrying your gear, getting on the board without pain,
uphauling, setting-sail, tacking, and gybing.
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4. STEERING, STANCE & SAILING [46]
This book expands the foundation formed in the previous books. You
learn how to steer in all four directions, to sail comfortably without
strain, and to handle all the different sailing situations that you
will encounter.
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PART II. MODERATE-WIND SAILING [48] Buy all 4 books of Part 2
together as a package! The link to the left also contains an
introduction to windsurfing in moderate-wind, intermediate techniques,
and an explanation of the skills described by the 4 books in Part 2.
5. MODERATE-WIND STANCE & HARNESS [49]
The first time you sail in higher wind and become overpowered by
the sail, you will understand why this book is for you. It covers
advanced techniques of setting-sail, the moderate wind stance, higher
wind windsurfing techniques, how to handle gust, and how to
comfortably _and safely_ sail in your harness.
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6. BEACHSTART [51]
Tired of uphauling? When you master this easy maneuver, your lower
back will be eternally grateful. And, the beachstart is easy when you
follow the six steps described in this book. The Beachstop, a real
crown pleaser, is also covered.
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7. FAST TACK [53]
This is your first advanced turning technique. It is also one that
you will use for as long as you windsurf. It is safe and dependable,
even on a short board. It's also easy, when you follow the six steps.
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8. FLARE GYBE [55]
The Flare Gybe is the appropriate turn in the majority of
windsurfing conditions found throughout the world. Use it on a long
board or a short board when light wind prevents the use of footstraps.
It also is the basis for the Carved Gybe Recovery explained in Book
11.
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PART III. HIGH-WIND SAILING [57] An introduction to windsurfing in
high-wind, advanced techniques, and an explanation of the skills
described by the 5 books in Part III. It's FREE and the complete
excerpt is available by clicking the link to the left.
9. HIGH-WIND STANCE & FOOTSTRAPS [58]
Besides the high-wind footstrap stance, other skills are how to
get into your footstraps without rounding upwind, how to sail fast,
how to sail upwind (thus avoiding a rescue), foot-steering, and
preventing spin-out.
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10. WATERSTART [60]
Uphauling in high-wind is difficult at best, but virtually
impossible on a short board. If you face these conditions or want to
sail high-wind equipment, you need this essential skill.
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11. CARVED GYBES [62]
The Carved Gybe is the most desired maneuver in windsurfing. Four
variations are taught: the Step Gybe, the Feet First Carved Gybe, the
Feet Last Carved Gybe, and the Carved Gybe Recovery. You master these
gybes by starting with land and water exercises, then moving through
the 6 steps. You gradually build skill and confidence until everything
comes together into one spectacular maneuver.
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12. SKI possibly yours!
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