Gives all the advice a dinghy owner needs, whether novice or expert, to maintain a dinghy at its peak. The text and illustrations explain what to look out for when buying a boat - new or second-hand; making regular checks to detect wear; taking care of sails; checking spars, rigging and fastenings; choosing fittings; making improvements to the boat; choosing and maintaining trolleys and trailers; how to store the boat over the winter.