[Rhodes22-list] tuning requires proper instuction

Tue May 4 08:01:01 EDT 2004

> Ed,
Thanks for the offer of coming down to SC for an individualized training session.  Some day we would like to visit Edenton.  And if we do, it would great to go out with you also.

For now, however, the majority of my time is taken up with business I own (and have the privalege of devoting many hours to) and making my wife happy with projects around the house.  The remaining time is shared somewhat equally with quality porch sitting or sailing.

 I've contacted Doyle, but they do not have and/or are not willing to provide tuning recommendations for their sails on the Rhodes22.
I find that unfortunate.  My previous experiences with new suits of sails has always included this information.  I will certainly keep that in mind if and when we do replace our sails.

For now, could you give me an idea of how you tune your rigging? 
Thanks,
Andy Lessard
> From: "ed kroposki" <ekroposki at charter.net>
> Date: 2004/04/29 Thu PM 07:05:43 CDT
> To: "'The Rhodes 22 mail list'" <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> Subject: RE: [Rhodes22-list] tuning requires proper instuction
> 
> Andy,
> 	I have to believe with a 10-15 wind you should be able to point
> better than 45 degrees.  Maybe you just need some specialized instructions.
> Just get a gallon of Mt. Gay Rum, a case of coke, a bag of ice and bring
> your boat to Hartwell Marina for a weekend of Rummy and Captain Bob.
>                                                   Ed K
> Sailing on Rummy's Lake aka Lake Hartwell, SC
> http://www.sas.usace.army.mil/lakes/hartwell/
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org
> [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of Ben Schultz
> Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2004 2:49 PM
> To: The Rhodes 22 mail list
> Subject: RE: [Rhodes22-list] tuning and such
> 
> Andy, 
> 
> Call me crazy, but 45 degrees is pretty good for a beamy sailboat made for
> comfort more than made for racing.  Most of the cruising boats that I've
> been on can point only to about 50-55 degrees.
> 
> That said, something else to try is to furl the genoa, and bring the sheets
> inside the shrouds.  Also, of course, make sure the pop-top and hatches are
> closed.  All of that can make a big difference.
> 
> You didn't mention wind speed in your message.  Since moving the traveler
> windward helped, I would think that it was pretty light air.  Naturally, the
> best sail trim and rigging options will vary with the strength of the wind.
> If you have standard main, how old is it?  You will probably lose pointing
> ability as the sailcloth loses stiffness.  I'm sure your bottom is clean
> after the refurb., but if not, that can cause a difference also.
> 
> Of course, I'm currently sailing with nice soft sails, a bottom that is
> slimier than it should be, and usually with the bimini and pop top up, so
> what do I know?
> 
> Good luck, 
> Ben 
> 
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Andy Lessard [ mailto:lessard at fabulousfloors.com
> <mailto:lessard at fabulousfloors.com> ] 
> Sent: Thursday, April 29, 2004 07:06 
> To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org 
> Subject: [Rhodes22-list] tuning and such 
> 
> 
> Help!     We got our butts kicked last night. 
> 
> We are the proud, new owners of a refurbished Rhodes22.  We enjoy cruising,
> but trading from a J22, we still appreciate performance and a little
> competition in sailing with the cruising fleet at Riverton Yacht Club on the
> Deleware.
> 
> Elton did an excellent job getting the boat set up and on the go.  But we do
> not have any information about tuning.  We have new Doyle sails.
> 
> We would also appreciate any help in how to best trim the sails to point
> better to the wind.  With the rigging set up the way we were given the boat,
> the best we could manage was 60 degrees to the wind.  With the current we
> have on the river, that is not high enough to even make the weather mark.
> What we have done is keep the boom in the lower position, moved the car as
> far back as it will go on the jib sheet and trimmed the jib sheet back
> almost to the car.  Last night we tried moving the traveller on the main to
> windward and that seemed to help.  What helped the most was cranking down on
> the rear stay.  To windward, we kept the centerboard all the way down.  With
> all these efforts, the best we could point was about 45 degrees.  Still not
> enough.
> 
> Any help will be greatly appreciated.  We do understand we are not sailing a
> J22, but we also know that every sailboat has its optimum tuning and
> trimming. Thank You,
> 
> Andy Lessard 
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