[Rhodes22-list] Minimum mooring depth ??

[Bill Effros]

Rory,

I have been moored in 36" of water for the past 10 years.  9 foot tidal 
variation twice every day.  Long Island Sound.  Some hurricanes.  Many 
Nor'Easters.  No problem.  Remember to tell your guests not to dive in 
at low tide.

Bill Effros

Rory Orkin wrote:
> I am considering  rhodes 22 which draws 20 inches. board up. I have 40" of water .. low tide winter..at my dock with a slip I could tie up at.. I am concerned that unusual weather or tide could cause keel to pound bottom..It is sand or mud bottom but does give me concern.
> I am Not here all the time to tend it.
> Anyone have any experience securing boat in similar conditions ??
>                                 Thanks
>                                           Rory Orkin  
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