[Rhodes22-list] Leave Bimini up? Anchor rode rope to chain connection? IMF Main storage

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Brooks, I would not leave my Bimini out while at the mooring unless it's just an overnight and I'm sure I'm going back the next day. I'd rather avoid the stress on all the connection points and the shortened life due to UV, not to mention what could happen in a severe storm with that kind of extra surface. You can wax the cockpit once or twice a year and address any UV damage there. 

I also leave my Bimini rolled up with its cover on, standing upright tied to the boom. That also secures the boom and reduces wear on the main sheet block and shackles. 

I leave my anchor attached to the chain and rode in a plastic milk crate in the lazerette. I leave a second anchor on the bow pulpit and carry a second rode if I'm going to be doing more than s day sail. Any anchor rode you buy will come with a loop at one end. I suggest buying a galvanized shackle and using seizing wire to tie it so the pin doesn't come loose. I think It's easier to just carry it forward and back than it is to mess with reattaching the shackle and storing the rode up front. 

Happy sailing. 

Dave B 

> On Jun 18, 2015, at 10:48 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> 
> Thanks Mary Lou,
> 
> Wow, 16 years. More than one cover? 
> 
> I like your idea of tying bimini to boom - bothered me that it blocks my
> cabin top solar panel. I may alternate depending on mood and weather
> forecast. I do have SS bows so feels pretty sturdy.
> 
> I guess I'll have to experiment on anchor ideas. I'd like to leave the
> anchor and chain on the bow pulpit if possible - doesn't sound that heavy
> but awkward to carry. Fortress definitely preferable. 
> 
> Regards,
> 
> 
> 
> 
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