[Rhodes22-list] Chris Crispel

[Ronald Lipton]

I have not been offshore, but I have been in 4-6 ft waves on Lake Michigan.
The boat handled the conditions much better then the crew. 
One of the advantages of the Rhodes is the variety of sail 
configurations that can be used.
I have sailed with a whisper of genoa and a hint of main.  On the other 
hand
it does not compare with a boat like the Dana 24 which
are designed for offshore sailing, have small cockpits and deep fixed keels.
The Rhodes will do fine if you are caught in bad weather, but it's 
compromises
tend toward comfort and trailering rather than long offshore passages.


Ron


Robert Skinner wrote:
> Chris,
>
> It's sort  of like the dirt track racing adage - "There is 
> no substitute for cubic inches."  When it comes to sailboats, 
> there is no substitute for mass low down.  On the other hand, 
> mass costs speed and fiberglass.  
>
> The R22, like every boat, is a compromise.  She is light enough 
> to tow, sail fast, and produce for a reasonable price - and 
> heavy enough to be remarkably stable.  The beautifully 
> designed hull shape, with plenty of flare and freeboard, 
> greatly contributes to the R22's stability.
>
> That said, you need to get the feel of the boat any way you can 
> to see if she is for you.  You will be surprised at the amount 
> of easily useable interior space.
>
> /Robert
>
> Chris Crispel wrote:
>   
>> Thanks for the kind welcome, Robert.
>>
>> My question still stands about the boat's use for offshore sailing in
>> Panama.  I would certainly like to hear about the boat's behavior in rough
>> conditions-anything would help
>>
>> Many Thanks
>>
>> Chris
>>