[Rhodes22-list] Sculling

[Sailor Joe]

The rudder sculling is a good idea to remember and practice.  Quick and easy
to get into operation as well.  I wonder how much better an oar would work
and what size if anyone has tried it?


Leland wrote:
> 
> Joe,
> 
> I just did it a few weeks ago when my fuel line broke.  Fortunately I
> didn't have far to go.  Stan said you could get the boat up to 3 knots
> sculling in calm water and I believe it.  My tiller isn't tight in the
> rudder bracket and I didn't like the way it felt with all that play in it. 
> The biggest problem is that you want your rudder pulled up half way to get
> a good angle for propulsion but it's a terrible angle for steering.  I
> found myself paddling for speed and then coasting while trying to steer.
> 
> Give it a try--works better than you'd think, but it also works you better
> than you'd think.  Unless you're in Olympic shape I'd recommend taking it
> slow and easy.  I was definitely sore the following day.
> 
> Lee
> 1986 Rhodes22  AT EASE
> Kent Island, MD
> 
> 
> Sailor Joe wrote:
>> 
>> Reading about the Pardies and their sailing without an engine just using
>> a sculling oar when needed.  
>> Curious, has anyone has experience/advice doing this on the Rhodes 22?
>> 
> 
> 

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