[Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 Questions

[Wickman, William E]

Just back from several weeks of travel so a little late to the party.  I second everything that has already been said.  If you can spend the money, there is no better boat.  One of the things that I think is so great about the Rhodes is its versatility.  You can do anything from racing to day sailing to weekending, or trailer it to exotic destinations for week long adventures with ease.  I have taken mine to the Bahamas and Dry Tortugas and can testify that, with proper planning and an eye to the weather, you can take this boat just about anywhere.

If you decide to go with a Rhodes, be sure to search the archives on options for outfitting it.  You will find several debates on what size/type of outboard, and dual axle versus single axle trailers.  We even debate the virtues of porta-potties versus marine heads.

Good luck and welcome to the list.  And remember, looking for that new boat is half the fun!

Bill Wickman
s/v Fina Lee
  

-----Original Message-----
From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of Ron Jewett
Sent: Monday, July 04, 2011 11:33 AM
To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 Questions

My wife and I are seriously looking at the Rhodes 22 and we thought we would
ask
some questions of the group.

We are looking for a boat that will make a good boat to sail in our
retirement.
We like to go cruising in the Great Lakes for a week or so at a time as well
as
day sailing. We were wondering how many of you do trips and how adaptable
this
boat is to do this. If the boat carries 15 gal. of water, what do you do
about
the extra water you need if you want to be out away from civilization for a
reasonable amount of time?

What size vehicel is needed to tow the boat without putting too much stress
on
your vehicle.

How satisfied are you with your Rhodes vs. other boats in this category?

We want a boat that will be easy to handle as we age and not be something we
have to constantly chase repairs for. If we get a recycled Rhodes, does the
factory fix anything that needs repaired including leaks, etc?

Not sure what else to ask. Where can I find cruising/trip stories by owners
of
RHodes 22s?

Thanks for your help!

Ron



-- 
Ron Jewett
What's so amazing about him?
Are you kidding?
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