[Rhodes22-list] I need your advice for reconditioned Rhodes

[Steven Alm]

Paul,

I have the 175 genoa and I like it just fine.  However, I added a luff pad
to it last year and it makes a big difference.  The luff pad adds bulk to
the front and mid section of the sail so when you reef in, the belly of the
sail rolls up tighter making for much better sail shape on those days with
higher winds.  This addresses the bigest disadvantage to the 175 which is
bad sail shape when deeply reefed.

Slim

On 10/15/07, Paul Krawitz <krawitzmail-rhodes22 at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> To you experienced Rhodies out there, I ask your recommendations on a few
> items as I finalize my wish list with Stan Spitzer to replace my circa 1980
> Rhodes Continental.
>
> Genoa jib size: Stan prefers the 175% for its overall utility. But our
> harbor is narrow and can sometimes require lots of tacking. If you've got a
> 175, do you like it for both heavy and light air? If you chose smaller, what
> did you choose, and have you been happy with that choice?
>
> Ultimate Power Package: For those of you that have this, has it been
> relatively maintenance free, or has it been a hassle?
>
> Do any of you have the Macerator Discharge System? What has been your
> experience?
>
> I'm already getting the 2 swivel seats, solar panels and second battery.
> Are there any other items in the "Super Options List" that I shouldn't miss?
>
> Thanks.
>
> Paul K
>
>
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