[Rhodes22-list] chesapeake rhodes

[Mark Kaynor]

Kevin,

You picked a great marina for getting used to your Rhodes. We looked at
Yankee Point as one option when we bought our Tayana 37 - it's a very nice
location and Ken and Karen Knull seem to be really good folks. We ended up
getting a slip at Deltaville Marina in Deltaville because it's a much
shorter trip to the bay and we could get DSL connectivity there, allowing us
to work from the boat. The Corrotoman is beautiful and the Rappahannock is a
great place to learn. We made it up to the east branch for a weekend last
year. Be sure to check out Carter Creek at Irvington for an overnight
sometime, too. And look us up if you make down to Jackson Creek on the
Piankatank.

Mark Kaynor
T37 Rachel

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Hello All,

I've been following posts for awhile. Your discussions re. the rhodes22 and
sailing in general have been most helpful. My wife and I spent time with
Elton at the Annapolis show and went for a leisurely demo sail with Stan and
Ed K. We quickly placed an order for a recycled 89 which was delivered 1
month ago. the purchase has been a very positive experience and we couldn't
be happier. The boat is wonderful. General boats, Stan , and Elton deserve
all the accolades that have been offered by those on  the list.  After
driving 5 hours, Elton spent 7 hours with us at delivery, setting up,
launching , and  patiently introducing us to all aspects of the Rhodes 22.
He and Stan are very inspiring.  Laurie and I are relatively new to sailing
and have been out twice in light winds and have been quite pleased. We have
a slip  at Yankee Point Sailboat Marina in Lancaster Va. and will be sailing
in the Rappahannock River and lower Chesapeake Bay. Would love to meet up
with some Chesapeake  Rhodies in the area. I need a little help with slip
lines. We moor bow in with two stern lines on pilings and a spring line. The
marina suggested we cross the stern lines to reduce sideway movement.
However if the rudder is raised these lines can find their way under it and
place pressure on it. Is it ok to keep the rudder down when tied to a slip
or should I try to adjust the stern lines somehow and raise the rudder? All
suggestions are welcomed. I'm sure this will be the first of many questions
as we get our feet wet this summer. thanks very much

Kevin Halligan     
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