[Rhodes22-list] One Hatch/Two Hatches

[William E. Wickman]

Dave,
I have two hatches.  I find that the second hatch provides a bit more
sitting headroom directly underneath it inside the cabin,  but it does take
away a place to sit or stand on the cabin top.  It is a nice skylight when
you are lying down, and does add to the ventilation when the pop-top is
down.  When the pop-top is up, the large opening makes the extra hatch
unnecessary....unless you are not moving and then it can act as a small
wind scoop.

Bill W.




                                                                           
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Folks,

My wife and I are working with Stan to get a refurbished Rhodes 22.   Stan
has suggested we go with a hull with 1 hatch (over the head).  There  may
be
several reasons for that suggestion, but I’m sure one of them is to help
us
contain our costs.  However, I would like to query the board regarding 1
versus 2
hatches before we lock-in.  Has anyone had experience with 1 and 2  hatch
formats?  Does that 2nd hatch really provide a greatly needed and
appreciated
benefits?  For example, is the ventilation from just one hatch
insufficient?  I’
d appreciate any comments.

Thanks,
Dave
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