From gstewart8 at cogeco.ca Tue Oct 1 00:17:38 2019 From: gstewart8 at cogeco.ca (Graham Stewart) Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2019 00:17:38 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Replacing Centerboard Gasket In-Reply-To: <005001d577bf$aae15290$00a3f7b0$@ebsmed.com> References: <1569799351860-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <005a01d57746$1f61d920$5e258b60$@ca> <68152FC7-52D6-469C-B670-BFB4E80A1076@stottarchitecture.com> <005001d577bf$aae15290$00a3f7b0$@ebsmed.com> Message-ID: <001a01d5780f$290e4020$7b2ac060$@ca> Rick: I am wondering whether you had the compression tubes installed on your centerboard. They might have prevented or reduced the damage to your cap. The tubes consist of a length of garden hose (about 6") that sit vertically in the channel above the centerboard pin. When the centerboard is pushed up they absorb the shock. It is easy to forget to install them. Graham Stewart Agile 1976 Rhodes 22 Kingston Ontario -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of mweisner at ebsmed.com Sent: Monday, September 30, 2019 2:49 PM To: 'The Rhodes 22 Email List' Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Replacing Centerboard Gasket A lesson learned! Not to rub salt in the wound, I didn't see the picture. What a mess! Mike s/v Wind Lass ('91) Nissequogue River, NY -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Richard Stott Sent: Monday, September 30, 2019 10:45 AM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Replacing Centerboard Gasket Boy do I have a gasket/cap project! The attached photo shows what can happen when the boat is launched with the Center Board line not cleated. Here is the story - and I?m sticking to it. I have had my ?84 Continental since I inherited it from my dad who bought it used in ?89. I have re-bult most of the interior and I use the boat a lot. For 6 years I?ve had it hauled and lunched professionally back and forth to my driveway. This year I finally completed that trailer rebuild project and hauled it for the first time on the rebuilt trailer. Everything went smoothly until the boat was out and I was not happy with the balance on the trailer. I decided to re-lauch and move the boat further toward the trailer tongue. While the boat was out, I asked my helper to release the ?red? line on the bulkhead - I was going to begin de-rigging and roll up the jib fuller, but got distracted with the boat position. . I meant the jib fuller, but my helper ( good sailer, but not familiar with the boat) released the CB cleat (also red) which I didn?t realize. When we relaunched, the boat slid nicely off the trailer and into the shallow water at the ramp. The CB deployed as the boat was moving backward - and hit the shallow bottom. Before we realized what happened, we had the boat back on the trailer. Something was odd, but I didn?t know what. When we pulled it the 2nd time, the trailer tires looked flat and the trailer seemed even more unbalanced - it was also pouring water from the boat. I climbed on and discovered the CB popping through the CB trunk cap and water had filled the boat to the a few inches over the cabin sole floor. We had managed to ?sink? Dadventure, right on its new trailer. Flooded the pull-out storage box, my tool box, multi-meter and lots of stuff that doesn?t like to be wet. It broke the 3/4? plywood sole cover in the process, which is an easy fix - the cap - not so much. What a mess! I was considering replacing my original CB with a Diamond Board - maybe now is the time. Can anyone explain the pros/cons of such a change? Can I get a new cap from Stan or do I have to rebuild one myself? I can tell you with certainty that the same thing will never happen again, but this is a major repair that I didn?t expect. Ric sv Dadventure Richard Stott, AIA, LEED AP www.stottarchitecture.com Office 631-283-1777 Cell 516-965-3164 From ric at stottarchitecture.com Tue Oct 1 09:26:43 2019 From: ric at stottarchitecture.com (Richard Stott) Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2019 09:26:43 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Replacing Centerboard Gasket In-Reply-To: <001a01d5780f$290e4020$7b2ac060$@ca> References: <1569799351860-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <005a01d57746$1f61d920$5e258b60$@ca> <68152FC7-52D6-469C-B670-BFB4E80A1076@stottarchitecture.com> <005001d577bf$aae15290$00a3f7b0$@ebsmed.com> <001a01d5780f$290e4020$7b2ac060$@ca> Message-ID: HI Graham IN 2014 I rebuilt the CB cap because it was cracked at the top and leaking and I replaced all the rigging, small turning blocks and line. I did not forget the 2 tubes. One tube was recovered from the bilge, the other remains MIA. Can anyone sell me on the advantages of the Diamond board? I understand that it is not as prone to CB truck cap damage but does it perform as well? Anything else I should know? Has anyone converted themselves? Thanks Ric sv Dadventure Richard Stott, AIA, LEED AP www.stottarchitecture.com Office 631-283-1777 Cell 516-965-3164 > On Oct 1, 2019, at 12:17 AM, Graham Stewart wrote: > > Rick: > > I am wondering whether you had the compression tubes installed on your centerboard. They might have prevented or reduced the damage to your cap. The tubes consist of a length of garden hose (about 6") that sit vertically in the channel above the centerboard pin. When the centerboard is pushed up they absorb the shock. It is easy to forget to install them. > > > Graham Stewart > Agile 1976 Rhodes 22 > Kingston Ontario > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of mweisner at ebsmed.com > Sent: Monday, September 30, 2019 2:49 PM > To: 'The Rhodes 22 Email List' > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Replacing Centerboard Gasket > > A lesson learned! Not to rub salt in the wound, I didn't see the picture. > > What a mess! > > Mike > s/v Wind Lass ('91) > Nissequogue River, NY > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Richard Stott > Sent: Monday, September 30, 2019 10:45 AM > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Replacing Centerboard Gasket > > Boy do I have a gasket/cap project! > The attached photo shows what can happen when the boat is launched with the Center Board line not cleated. > Here is the story - and I?m sticking to it. > I have had my ?84 Continental since I inherited it from my dad who bought it used in ?89. > I have re-bult most of the interior and I use the boat a lot. > For 6 years I?ve had it hauled and lunched professionally back and forth to my driveway. > This year I finally completed that trailer rebuild project and hauled it for the first time on the rebuilt trailer. > Everything went smoothly until the boat was out and I was not happy with the balance on the trailer. > I decided to re-lauch and move the boat further toward the trailer tongue. > While the boat was out, I asked my helper to release the ?red? line on the bulkhead - I was going to begin de-rigging and roll up the jib fuller, but got distracted with the boat position. . > I meant the jib fuller, but my helper ( good sailer, but not familiar with the boat) released the CB cleat (also red) which I didn?t realize. > When we relaunched, the boat slid nicely off the trailer and into the shallow water at the ramp. > The CB deployed as the boat was moving backward - and hit the shallow bottom. > > Before we realized what happened, we had the boat back on the trailer. > Something was odd, but I didn?t know what. > When we pulled it the 2nd time, the trailer tires looked flat and the trailer seemed even more unbalanced - it was also pouring water from the boat. > I climbed on and discovered the CB popping through the CB trunk cap and water had filled the boat to the a few inches over the cabin sole floor. > We had managed to ?sink? Dadventure, right on its new trailer. > Flooded the pull-out storage box, my tool box, multi-meter and lots of stuff that doesn?t like to be wet. > It broke the 3/4? plywood sole cover in the process, which is an easy fix - the cap - not so much. > What a mess! > > I was considering replacing my original CB with a Diamond Board - maybe now is the time. > Can anyone explain the pros/cons of such a change? > Can I get a new cap from Stan or do I have to rebuild one myself? > > I can tell you with certainty that the same thing will never happen again, but this is a major repair that I didn?t expect. > Ric > sv Dadventure > > Richard Stott, AIA, LEED AP > www.stottarchitecture.com > Office 631-283-1777 > Cell 516-965-3164 > > > > From joedempsey at hughes.net Tue Oct 1 13:36:32 2019 From: joedempsey at hughes.net (JP Dempsey) Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2019 10:36:32 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] First sail on my Rhodes and leaks! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1569951392779-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Before you convince yourself that its the deck joint, check your water tank. Is a certified type sealed tank or a chintzy converted Rubbermaid storage box with a snap on lid? If the latter, that's probably your problem if you're sailing with a filled tank. That was my case. If you determine that it's not the water tank (try sailing with a dry tank), then look at the deck joint. You'll have to remove the rubrail. In my case, I had to replace the rubrail anyway due to storm damage and it was just old and ugly! My boat has a two piece rail by TACO Marine. (Semi Rigid Vinyl Rub Rail Black #V21-9678BKA 20? section Flexible Vinyl Insert (White) #V12-4144WHA 70? section). These are simple to install and available an most marine suppliers. Once you have removed the rubrail, there is easy access to the deck joint. I used a Dremel tool with a carbide cutter like a mini circular saw to help remove the old sealant and cut a groove. It won't remove all of the old stuff, but i think enough and a fresh groove to take the new sealant. Some other Rhodies out there may have a better solution. I don't know if my joint was leaking, but I know I have a dry bilge now! Hope this helps. ----- JP Dempsey s/v Respite Rhodes 22 1989/2005 Deltaville,VA -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gstewart8 at cogeco.ca Tue Oct 1 20:17:01 2019 From: gstewart8 at cogeco.ca (Graham Stewart) Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2019 20:17:01 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] First sail on my Rhodes and leaks! In-Reply-To: <1569951392779-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1569951392779-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <004701d578b6$b6d856f0$248904d0$@ca> Since I was doing a complete gut and rebuild I decided to glass the hull deck joint on the inside from the companionway to the bow. In addition I removed and replaced the sealant and installed a new rub rail. I have leaks that I am having trouble finding but not at the hull deck joint. Graham Stewart Agile 1976 Rhodes 22 Kingston Ontario -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of JP Dempsey Sent: Tuesday, October 1, 2019 1:37 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] First sail on my Rhodes and leaks! Before you convince yourself that its the deck joint, check your water tank. Is a certified type sealed tank or a chintzy converted Rubbermaid storage box with a snap on lid? If the latter, that's probably your problem if you're sailing with a filled tank. That was my case. If you determine that it's not the water tank (try sailing with a dry tank), then look at the deck joint. You'll have to remove the rubrail. In my case, I had to replace the rubrail anyway due to storm damage and it was just old and ugly! My boat has a two piece rail by TACO Marine. (Semi Rigid Vinyl Rub Rail Black #V21-9678BKA 20? section Flexible Vinyl Insert (White) #V12-4144WHA 70? section). These are simple to install and available an most marine suppliers. Once you have removed the rubrail, there is easy access to the deck joint. I used a Dremel tool with a carbide cutter like a mini circular saw to help remove the old sealant and cut a groove. It won't remove all of the old stuff, but i think enough and a fresh groove to take the new sealant. Some other Rhodies out there may have a better solution. I don't know if my joint was leaking, but I know I have a dry bilge now! Hope this helps. ----- JP Dempsey s/v Respite Rhodes 22 1989/2005 Deltaville,VA -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From ksimolo at frontiernet.net Tue Oct 1 21:50:30 2019 From: ksimolo at frontiernet.net (SpringHollow) Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2019 18:50:30 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Sail-Ease Upgrade for Tensioning the Main Sail Message-ID: <1569981030554-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Hi, I remember seeing a post about someone's experience with an upgrade for tensioning the Main Sail. It was called Sail-Ease (not to be confused with the lubricant). Their initial impression was positive but they wanted to use it some more. I never saw anything more about it and do not find anything doing a web search. Was it useful? Is it still for sale? Thanks, Ken ----- 1988 Rhodes 22 refurbed in 2008 -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From joedempsey at hughes.net Thu Oct 3 12:04:22 2019 From: joedempsey at hughes.net (JP Dempsey) Date: Thu, 3 Oct 2019 09:04:22 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] First sail on my Rhodes and leaks! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1570118662483-0.post@n5.nabble.com> No you don't have to take boat off trailer. Just lower CB til it rests on ground because you have to remove lanyard tube to get floor boards and CB cap out. While in the water, you can easily tell if gasket is leaking by running your fingers around under flange. Water will also show up around screws. If you end up replacing gasket, only tighten screws til snug. After launching, gradually tighten till no water is seeping. Also NO SEALANT on gasket. These were Stan's instructions and they would out great. My bilge is dry as a bone. Correct gasket is neoprene rubber and provides the best seal because it is stiff enough, yet pliable enough to provide a good seal. Cannot emphasize enough need for fender washers both top and bottom. Lock washers not necessary. ----- JP Dempsey s/v Respite Rhodes 22 1989/2005 Deltaville,VA -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From joedempsey at hughes.net Thu Oct 3 12:08:29 2019 From: joedempsey at hughes.net (JP Dempsey) Date: Thu, 3 Oct 2019 09:08:29 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] First sail on my Rhodes and leaks! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1570118909199-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Sorry, wrong photo! Also this is a good time to replace CB lanyard and blocks if needed. ----- JP Dempsey s/v Respite Rhodes 22 1989/2005 Deltaville,VA -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From joedempsey at hughes.net Thu Oct 3 17:19:39 2019 From: joedempsey at hughes.net (Joe Dempsey) Date: Thu, 3 Oct 2019 14:19:39 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Battery Update Message-ID: <1570137579576-0.post@n5.nabble.com> The two Die Hard Deep Cycle marine batteries on Respite seem to be dying (hard!) They were new in May 2011. My Siren MTC monitor is showing voltage steadily dropping since July from 12.67 to 12.25 volts overnight reading. In July, the daytime reading was around 12.71-12.72. Right now they are at 12.35 volts daytime and drop to 12.25 overnight. I will put a portable charger on them for three hours next time I'm at the boat to see if they will hold a charge. I just purchased two Duralast 29DP Deep Cycle Marine batteries that were on sale from Autozone. I couldn't pass on the price of $77! If the Die Hards haven't Died, i'll have a couple of good spares. ----- Joe Dempsey s/v Respite Rhodes 22 1989/2005 Deltaville,VA -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From ksimolo at frontiernet.net Sat Oct 5 19:43:29 2019 From: ksimolo at frontiernet.net (SpringHollow) Date: Sat, 5 Oct 2019 16:43:29 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] First sail on my Rhodes and leaks! In-Reply-To: <1570118662483-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1570118662483-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1570319009403-0.post@n5.nabble.com> On my Rhodes trailer, the centerboard hits the axle/frame. There is no lowering it to the ground. Ken ----- 1988 Rhodes 22 refurbed in 2008 -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From mitchpadl at gmail.com Sun Oct 6 08:15:20 2019 From: mitchpadl at gmail.com (Mitch Mitchell) Date: Sun, 6 Oct 2019 08:15:20 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] First sail on my Rhodes and leaks! In-Reply-To: <1570319009403-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1570118662483-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1570319009403-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Yep, same as mine. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 5, 2019, at 7:43 PM, SpringHollow wrote: > > On my Rhodes trailer, the centerboard hits the axle/frame. There is no > lowering it to the ground. > > Ken > > > > ----- > 1988 Rhodes 22 refurbed in 2008 > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From Colealexander at hotmail.com Sun Oct 6 15:15:05 2019 From: Colealexander at hotmail.com (S/V Lark) Date: Sun, 6 Oct 2019 12:15:05 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Stan, if you are lurking In-Reply-To: <1569342101191-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1569247263098-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1da73e8b-985f-266d-d8d1-1619190041c5@generalboats.com> <1569271591555-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <919832d8-11d6-117f-e9b5-2f3f5a7beb1f@generalboats.com> <1569342101191-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1570389305078-0.post@n5.nabble.com> For those stuck finding or making unique parts for our boats: The soft black plastic used by GB for many things is a marine grade HDPE called ?Starboard?. It is not great in sheer, but easy to work with standard wood tools and requires no finishing. The material arrived Thursday from an online vendor, I went sailing last night after work. I believe my rudderhead may have been stressed by the outboard, while trying to keep the Lark from drifting into its dock neighbor singlehanding in strong crosswinds. I will raise the rudder in these circumstances, since speed is low. An Australian I know online suggested G10 would be a stronger material. I understand why Stan didn?t use it. It is more expensive. The dust causes cancer in California. It requires tile saws or other specialized cutting tools. It must be painted for UV protection, but automotive plastic bumper paint is supposed to work well. I?m told 1/4? sheets are at least as strong as similar thickness 6061 aluminum. No plasma cutter is needed. That is my winter layup project. The stock ?starboard? cheeks weigh about 5.5 pounds each, I will compare when done. This is the material computer motherboards are made out of, only thicker. If you ever tried to break a circuit board, you know how strong it is. ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From ccowie at cowieassociates.com Sun Oct 6 15:31:37 2019 From: ccowie at cowieassociates.com (Chris Cowie) Date: Sun, 6 Oct 2019 19:31:37 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Stan, if you are lurking In-Reply-To: <1570389305078-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1570389305078-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <8DE3F7F1-DA93-42A6-91D9-C50E76C8DEDA@cowieassociates.com> Starboard is a good product. Please note our new office address and phone number Christopher P. Cowie [cid:image001.png at 01CA3AD3.5BD581F0] [cid:image002.png at 01CA3AD3.5BD581F0] 700 N Fairfax Street Suite 304 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 703.717.9103 ex.204 ? 202.270.1470 mobile [ccowie at cowieassociates.com] [cid:image001.jpg at 01D24014.7A2D04E0] Please consider the environment before printing this email. On Oct 6, 2019, at 3:06 PM, S/V Lark wrote: ?For those stuck finding or making unique parts for our boats: The soft black plastic used by GB for many things is a marine grade HDPE called ?Starboard?. It is not great in sheer, but easy to work with standard wood tools and requires no finishing. The material arrived Thursday from an online vendor, I went sailing last night after work. I believe my rudderhead may have been stressed by the outboard, while trying to keep the Lark from drifting into its dock neighbor singlehanding in strong crosswinds. I will raise the rudder in these circumstances, since speed is low. An Australian I know online suggested G10 would be a stronger material. I understand why Stan didn?t use it. It is more expensive. The dust causes cancer in California. It requires tile saws or other specialized cutting tools. It must be painted for UV protection, but automotive plastic bumper paint is supposed to work well. I?m told 1/4? sheets are at least as strong as similar thickness 6061 aluminum. No plasma cutter is needed. That is my winter layup project. The stock ?starboard? cheeks weigh about 5.5 pounds each, I will compare when done. This is the material computer motherboards are made out of, only thicker. If you ever tried to break a circuit board, you know how strong it is. ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From peter at sunnybeeches.com Mon Oct 7 17:22:21 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 17:22:21 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Stan, if you are lurking In-Reply-To: <1570389305078-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1569247263098-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1da73e8b-985f-266d-d8d1-1619190041c5@generalboats.com> <1569271591555-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <919832d8-11d6-117f-e9b5-2f3f5a7beb1f@generalboats.com> <1569342101191-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1570389305078-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <283CAAFC-A2E6-4986-97B2-1123D82A389C@sunnybeeches.com> My rudder cheeks are made of some sort of plastic. While I?m not sure exactly what it is, it?s definitely not Starboard. As Alex said, Starboard feels kind of soft, and this material is harder. Personally, I wouldn?t be comfortable using Starboard in this application, but that?s just a gut reaction. Alex didn?t mention which online vendor he used, but McMaster-Carr is a source I?ve used not only for Starboard, but all kinds of hardware and materials for the boat. If you want to consider using aluminum, you can get that from McMaster as well. Aluminum can be cut with wood blades. Carbide blades are generally recommended, but non-carbide blades will work (but probably dull much more quickly than when used with wood). Apparently everything causes cancer in California. Peter Nyberg Coventry, CT s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > On Oct 6, 2019, at 3:15 PM, S/V Lark wrote: > > For those stuck finding or making unique parts for our boats: > > The soft black plastic used by GB for many things is a marine grade HDPE > called ?Starboard?. It is not great in sheer, but easy to work with > standard wood tools and requires no finishing. The material arrived > Thursday from an online vendor, I went sailing last night after work. > > I believe my rudderhead may have been stressed by the outboard, while trying > to keep the Lark from drifting into its dock neighbor singlehanding in > strong crosswinds. I will raise the rudder in these circumstances, since > speed is low. > > An Australian I know online suggested G10 would be a stronger material. I > understand why Stan didn?t use it. It is more expensive. The dust causes > cancer in California. It requires tile saws or other specialized cutting > tools. It must be painted for UV protection, but automotive plastic bumper > paint is supposed to work well. I?m told 1/4? sheets are at least as > strong as similar thickness 6061 aluminum. No plasma cutter is needed. > That is my winter layup project. The stock ?starboard? cheeks weigh about > 5.5 pounds each, I will compare when done. This is the material computer > motherboards are made out of, only thicker. If you ever tried to break a > circuit board, you know how strong it is. > > > > ----- > Alex Cole > S/V Lark > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From tvpolise at aol.com Mon Oct 7 18:57:37 2019 From: tvpolise at aol.com (THOMAS POLISE) Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 18:57:37 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Triad Trailer Message-ID: <33E518F2-C912-40BB-A429-C6B93086D1E8@aol.com> Looking for used Triad trailer for Rhodes 22 in NY/NJ/Conn/Pa area. Sent from my iPhone From Colealexander at hotmail.com Mon Oct 7 22:38:54 2019 From: Colealexander at hotmail.com (S/V Lark) Date: Mon, 7 Oct 2019 19:38:54 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Stan, if you are lurking In-Reply-To: <283CAAFC-A2E6-4986-97B2-1123D82A389C@sunnybeeches.com> References: <1569247263098-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1da73e8b-985f-266d-d8d1-1619190041c5@generalboats.com> <1569271591555-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <919832d8-11d6-117f-e9b5-2f3f5a7beb1f@generalboats.com> <1569342101191-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1570389305078-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <283CAAFC-A2E6-4986-97B2-1123D82A389C@sunnybeeches.com> Message-ID: <1570502334903-0.post@n5.nabble.com> eter. I used TAP plastics for the starboard, they sold custom sizes which reduced shipping costs. For the small amount I needed, it was cheaper. My 2002/2016 refit definitely used Starboard. I x-rayed the unbroken cheek but couldn?t identify a matching stress crack. Grainger supplied the G10. I?ll see how that goes. I tried a local metal shop with no marine experience. He encouraged me to stick to original material, I think this was out of ignorance, caution, and unwillingness to mess with high strength aluminum alloy for a small job. I lacked the courage to try myself, and was worried about stainless corroding against aluminum if I make it to saltwater someday. I know just enough about metal and galvanic indexes to be dangerous. Alex ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From challey52 at gmail.com Tue Oct 8 10:14:14 2019 From: challey52 at gmail.com (Charlie S) Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 10:14:14 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought Message-ID: Greetings from a first-time poster and novice sailor. I'll apologize up front for the length of the post and hope I'm not transgressing any forum norms. A bit of background is probably worthwhile. My wife retired a while back and I joined her this past May, so we both now have time for leisure activities. I?ve always wanted to sail and to that end, started crewing at a local sailing club where I also got my ASA Basic Keelboat cert. I?ve been bitten by the sailing bug and want to spend more time on the water. I also want to bring both my [reluctant] wife and our sole remaining home companion (a young Welsh Springer Spaniel) along. With travel also on the cards, it seems logical to combine things, bringing me to the consideration of a trailerable cruiser. The tow vehicle is an older Volvo XC-90 V8 with a nominal capacity of 5,000 lbs. I anticipate very mixed sailing use. As noted, we are recent retirees, so have a great deal of flexibility regarding time. My location (near Philadelphia) affords easy access to a number of excellent sailing opportunities. We?re only a few miles from the Delaware River, and 30 miles from Delaware City on the Bay. Barnegat Bay on the Jersey shore is an hour away. The Chesapeake is not much further, and two of the Great Lakes (Erie and Ontario) are both less than 400 miles away. I?d love to get to Florida during the cold weather months; my brother winters near Sarasota, so we have land quarters available on the Gulf. Time in the Keys may also be on the cards. All that said, it's likely the boat will spend quite a bit of time at a slip on the Chessie (from late spring to early fall), and only travel during during the colder months. I?ve done some background research online and via those outdated communication artifacts known as books and magazines. From that, I developed a fairly lengthy preliminary list of candidates of which the Rhodes 22 is near the top. The criteria include livability (a boat that two can comfortably sleep in for a few days and has room enough for a medium sized dog); ease of launch and recovery; ability to rig and sail single-handedly; availability of support - parts, information, and a manufacturer that?s still around to allow easier access to any needed proprietary parts. While I haven't ruled any boat absolutely out of consideration, the Rhodes 22 ticks nearly all the boxes. The Rhodes has a number of very appealing features: In-mast mainsail furling system, the larger cockpit & traveler location, large cockpit decently laid out cabin with pop-top, robust rigging, flotation and an enthusiastic sailing base. As far as budget, the target is roughly $10k for boat, trailer and o/b. As to in-person viewing, I was at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum auction last month saw a few boats firsthand, one of which is on was a ?95 Rhodes 22. While the boat seemed reasonably sound, I did not know enough to considering bidding. While I think she went for just over $1,000, with a trailer (that seemed in questionable shape), she needed new sails, some rigging and an outboard. I?ll be at the Annapolis boat show next month and hope to have the chance to demo sail a Rhodes 22. Some specific questions: - The mainsail mast furling system seems to be a big plus that can make solo handling much easier. Is that truly the case? - I?m seeing quite a number of recycled Rhodes 22?s offered for sale. I know what the GB website says about their recycle program but does that make a boat built in say, 1987 and recycled in 2015, more like a four year old boat than a 32 year old one? - Mast raising ? some of what I read indicates that stepping the mast single-handedly is difficult and that an electric mast raising system is really needed. True, mostly true or blarney? - Can the Rhodes handle limited coastal cruising (assuming a competent skipper)? My definition of limited is the Gulf, maybe the Keys or very short stints off the NJ coast. - Specific advice relative to purchasing a Rhodes 22. Any and all advice and suggestions gratefully accepted. Charlie From melrothbard at yahoo.com Tue Oct 8 10:43:13 2019 From: melrothbard at yahoo.com (Melvyn Rothbard) Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 14:43:13 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <513820705.5316788.1570545793034@mail.yahoo.com> I sail in Barnegat bay and primarily singlehand. The boat is a dream to sail.? My boat is a "96" and has been refitted twice by Stan at General boats (once in 2005 and just this past winter).? I can't speak to the sleeping quarters as I only day sail and do not have a trailer.? I can attest to the single handed ability to raise and lower the mast with Stan's rigging system. I am 78 and just this past weekend de-rigged the boat myself. I will do the same next May.? I actually do all my rigging while the boat is in the water.? As for a "kicker", I use an 8hp Merc 2 stroke which moves the boat quite nicely on the bay.? I would have no hesitation to take her out in the ocean except that the closest inlet to me is about a 2 1/2 hour sail away.? I would certainly look closely at the Rhodes 22 at the show (and take your wife if she plans to sail with you).? I know that Stan will be at the show with one or two boats.? You really can't go wrong with the Rhodes.Mel Rothbard Melvyn H. Rothbard Attorney at Law Suite 3C 23 South 23rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 215 901 2258 Fax: 215 656 0993 melrothbard at yahoo.com CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE The information and/or documents included in or accompanying this transmission contain(s) confidential information belonging to the sender which is legally privileged. The information is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom it was sent as indicated above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this transmission is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e mail in error, please delete this message and immediately notify us by replying to this e mail or telephoning us at 215 901 2258. On Tuesday, October 8, 2019, 10:14:35 AM EDT, Charlie S wrote: Greetings from a first-time poster and novice sailor. I'll apologize up front for the length of the post and hope I'm not transgressing any forum norms. A bit of background is probably worthwhile. My wife retired a while back and I joined her this past May, so we both now have time for leisure activities. I?ve always wanted to sail and to that end, started crewing at a local sailing club where I also got my ASA Basic Keelboat cert. I?ve been bitten by the sailing bug and want to spend more time on the water. I also want to bring both my [reluctant] wife and our sole remaining home companion (a young Welsh Springer Spaniel) along. With travel also on the cards, it seems logical to combine things, bringing me to the consideration of a trailerable cruiser. The tow vehicle is an older Volvo XC-90 V8 with a nominal capacity of 5,000 lbs. I anticipate very mixed sailing use. As noted, we are recent retirees, so have a great deal of flexibility regarding time. My location (near Philadelphia) affords easy access to a number of excellent sailing opportunities. We?re only a few miles from the Delaware River, and 30 miles from Delaware City on the Bay. Barnegat Bay on the Jersey shore is an hour away. The Chesapeake is not much further, and two of the Great Lakes (Erie and Ontario) are both less than 400 miles away. I?d love to get to Florida during the cold weather months; my brother winters near Sarasota, so we have land quarters available on the Gulf. Time in the Keys may also be on the cards. All that said, it's likely the boat will spend quite a bit of time at a slip on the Chessie (from late spring to early fall), and only travel during during the colder months. I?ve done some background research online and via those outdated communication artifacts known as books and magazines. From that, I developed a fairly lengthy preliminary list of candidates of which the Rhodes 22 is near the top.? The criteria include livability (a boat that two can comfortably sleep in for a few days and has room enough for a medium sized dog); ease of launch and recovery; ability to rig and sail single-handedly; availability of support - parts, information, and a manufacturer that?s still around to allow easier access to any needed proprietary parts. While I haven't ruled any boat absolutely out of consideration, the Rhodes 22 ticks nearly all the boxes. The Rhodes has a number of very appealing features: In-mast mainsail furling system, the larger cockpit & traveler location, large cockpit decently laid out cabin with pop-top, robust rigging, flotation and an enthusiastic sailing base. As far as budget, the target is roughly $10k for boat, trailer and o/b. As to in-person viewing, I was at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum auction last month saw a few boats firsthand, one of which is on was a ?95 Rhodes 22. While the boat seemed reasonably sound, I did not know enough to considering bidding. While I think she went for just over $1,000, with a trailer (that seemed in questionable shape), she needed new sails, some rigging and an outboard. I?ll be at the Annapolis boat show next month and hope to have the chance to demo sail a Rhodes 22. Some specific questions: ? - The mainsail mast furling system seems to be a big plus that can make ? solo handling much easier. Is that truly the case? ? - I?m seeing quite a number of recycled Rhodes 22?s offered for sale. I ? know what the GB website says about their recycle program but does that ? make a boat built in say, 1987 and recycled in 2015, more like a four year ? old boat than a 32 year old one? ? - Mast raising ? some of what I read indicates that stepping the mast ? single-handedly is difficult and that an electric mast raising system is ? really needed. True, mostly true or blarney? ? - Can the Rhodes handle limited coastal cruising (assuming a competent ? skipper)? My definition of limited is the Gulf, maybe the Keys or very ? short stints off the NJ coast. ? - Specific advice relative to purchasing a Rhodes 22. Any and all advice and suggestions gratefully accepted. Charlie From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Tue Oct 8 11:16:49 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 10:16:49 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Welcome Charlie, I think that you can't go wrong going with a Rhodes. If you are 26 years old like I was when I first bought my Rhodes, or 55 like I was when I bought my 2nd Rhodes, or 69 like I am now and still sailing (and plan to continue like Mel), you can't go wrong. So after 43 years of sailing a Rhodes 22 all over the Chesapeake, The Canadian West coast, the Pacific NW, Assorted western lakes and a few larger ones back east and the Sea of Cortes, in Mexico, and the Bahamas, I can say without hesitation it is a wonderful handling and safe boat. We have trailered the boat with a 1996 F150 6 cyl. with the same towing capacity that you have to all the above locations. (eventually we did up grade to a 12 year old F250 diesel). My wife loves our Rhodes so much that when we sold everything and moved onto a Catalina 38 to live full time on a boat she refused to sell our Rhodes. Sell the house, no problem, cars and all the crap of 45 years of marriage no problem. But sell the Rhodes? Fo' getta 'bout it. Instead she suggested we ship it over to the Med and use it as a summer boat. So, these last 3 years we have lived aboard it in the summer months in Spain, France, Italy and Greece. Without a doubt, whatever you spend on a Rhodes 22 it will be the best money you ever spent. If you are interested in knowing more about cruising while retired with a Rhodes and more about General Boats, Stan, and the community of the Rhodes owners, you can contact me offline. Again, Welcome! Chris & Alice Geankoplis S/V ENOSIS On Tue, Oct 8, 2019 at 9:14 AM Charlie S wrote: > Greetings from a first-time poster and novice sailor. I'll apologize up > front for the length of the post and hope I'm not transgressing any forum > norms. > > A bit of background is probably worthwhile. My wife retired a while back > and I joined her this past May, so we both now have time for leisure > activities. I?ve always wanted to sail and to that end, started crewing at > a local sailing club where I also got my ASA Basic Keelboat cert. I?ve been > bitten by the sailing bug and want to spend more time on the water. I also > want to bring both my [reluctant] wife and our sole remaining home > companion (a young Welsh Springer Spaniel) along. With travel also on the > cards, it seems logical to combine things, bringing me to the consideration > of a trailerable cruiser. The tow vehicle is an older Volvo XC-90 V8 with a > nominal capacity of 5,000 lbs. > > I anticipate very mixed sailing use. As noted, we are recent retirees, so > have a great deal of flexibility regarding time. My location (near > Philadelphia) affords easy access to a number of excellent sailing > opportunities. We?re only a few miles from the Delaware River, and 30 miles > from Delaware City on the Bay. Barnegat Bay on the Jersey shore is an hour > away. The Chesapeake is not much further, and two of the Great Lakes (Erie > and Ontario) are both less than 400 miles away. I?d love to get to Florida > during the cold weather months; my brother winters near Sarasota, so we > have land quarters available on the Gulf. Time in the Keys may also be on > the cards. All that said, it's likely the boat will spend quite a bit of > time at a slip on the Chessie (from late spring to early fall), and only > travel during during the colder months. > > I?ve done some background research online and via those outdated > communication artifacts known as books and magazines. From that, I > developed a fairly lengthy preliminary list of candidates of which the > Rhodes 22 is near the top. The criteria include livability (a boat that > two can comfortably sleep in for a few days and has room enough for a > medium sized dog); ease of launch and recovery; ability to rig and sail > single-handedly; availability of support - parts, information, and a > manufacturer that?s still around to allow easier access to any needed > proprietary parts. > > While I haven't ruled any boat absolutely out of consideration, the Rhodes > 22 ticks nearly all the boxes. The Rhodes has a number of very appealing > features: In-mast mainsail furling system, the larger cockpit & traveler > location, large cockpit decently laid out cabin with pop-top, robust > rigging, flotation and an enthusiastic sailing base. > > As far as budget, the target is roughly $10k for boat, trailer and o/b. As > to in-person viewing, I was at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum auction > last month saw a few boats firsthand, one of which is on was a ?95 Rhodes > 22. While the boat seemed reasonably sound, I did not know enough to > considering bidding. While I think she went for just over $1,000, with a > trailer (that seemed in questionable shape), she needed new sails, some > rigging and an outboard. I?ll be at the Annapolis boat show next month and > hope to have the chance to demo sail a Rhodes 22. > > Some specific questions: > > - The mainsail mast furling system seems to be a big plus that can make > solo handling much easier. Is that truly the case? > - I?m seeing quite a number of recycled Rhodes 22?s offered for sale. I > know what the GB website says about their recycle program but does that > make a boat built in say, 1987 and recycled in 2015, more like a four > year > old boat than a 32 year old one? > - Mast raising ? some of what I read indicates that stepping the mast > single-handedly is difficult and that an electric mast raising system is > really needed. True, mostly true or blarney? > - Can the Rhodes handle limited coastal cruising (assuming a competent > skipper)? My definition of limited is the Gulf, maybe the Keys or very > short stints off the NJ coast. > - Specific advice relative to purchasing a Rhodes 22. > > Any and all advice and suggestions gratefully accepted. > > > Charlie > From mtroy at atlanticbb.net Tue Oct 8 11:35:08 2019 From: mtroy at atlanticbb.net (Mary Lou Troy) Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 11:35:08 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: My husband and I had a R22 for 18 years, most of that on the Chesapeake. I'll try to answer your specific questions but also add a word of caution about your proposed tow vehicle. If the Volvo is truly 5000 lbs, you should be OK but it's close. We towed and launched ours for several years with a 4 wheel drive Chev. Blazer that had a 5000 lb towing capacity. It was OK but we felt a whole lot better when we moved to a Nissan Frontier with a 6300 two capacity. Like I said you are probably OK but be cautious. Front wheel drive could be a problem on ramps. In answer to your questions: > Some specific questions: > > - The mainsail mast furling system seems to be a big plus that can make > solo handling much easier. Is that truly the case? Yes. The mainsail furling system does sacrifice some pointing ability but the sail can be easily set for the wind conditions and you can make up for some of the pointing ability if you have track inside the shrouds for the genoa. We had the 175 genoa and were happy with it but many Rhodies have gone to a 150 or a 135 and those should also help you point better if you have the track inside the shrouds or on the cabin top. We had both. > - I?m seeing quite a number of recycled Rhodes 22?s offered for sale. I > know what the GB website says about their recycle program but does that > make a boat built in say, 1987 and recycled in 2015, more like a four year > old boat than a 32 year old one? The recycled boats look like new. The hulls are sound and because you can customize as you want almost anything else can be new as well. When we bought our recycled boat in 1998, we ordered new sails. I don't believe our rigging was new but we didn't replace it for another 10 years. > - Mast raising ? some of what I read indicates that stepping the mast > single-handedly is difficult and that an electric mast raising system is > really needed. True, mostly true or blarney? Mast raising is time consuming but simple with the General Boats mast raising system (which is not electric). We generally only did it in the spring and fall so we were checking and rechecking instructions. It would take us about 90 minutes including packing or unpacking the boat for travel. > - Can the Rhodes handle limited coastal cruising (assuming a competent > skipper)? My definition of limited is the Gulf, maybe the Keys or very > short stints off the NJ coast. Absolutely. They have been sailed to the Bahamas and there is one that was shipped to the Mediterranean and has made it's way via the coast from Spain to Greece. Look up Chris Geankoplis in the mail list archives. His Mediterranean adventures reports over the past couple of years make great reading. > - Specific advice relative to purchasing a Rhodes 22. I'll leave this to others who have purchased a boat more recently. Best of luck and enjoy the boat show. Mary Lou ex Rhodes 22 now Rosborough RF-246 Rock Hall, MD --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. https://www.avast.com/antivirus From keywestseccorp at verizon.net Tue Oct 8 12:07:10 2019 From: keywestseccorp at verizon.net (Mark West) Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 16:07:10 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1735588858.3436112.1570550830905@mail.yahoo.com> everybody is in agreement, my wife and I also love our R22 . Done some modifying to it for our cruising ,storage and a ups sail and spinnaker for light winds and just fun to play with ! All your concerns seem to be the Rhodes 22 strong points.? Hope to meet you a the boat show will be there Sat and Sun ? ?Mark and Connie West?s/v Fairwind II? Hertford NC. ? -----Original Message----- From: Charlie S To: rhodes22-list Sent: Tue, Oct 8, 2019 10:14 am Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought Greetings from a first-time poster and novice sailor. I'll apologize up front for the length of the post and hope I'm not transgressing any forum norms. A bit of background is probably worthwhile. My wife retired a while back and I joined her this past May, so we both now have time for leisure activities. I?ve always wanted to sail and to that end, started crewing at a local sailing club where I also got my ASA Basic Keelboat cert. I?ve been bitten by the sailing bug and want to spend more time on the water. I also want to bring both my [reluctant] wife and our sole remaining home companion (a young Welsh Springer Spaniel) along. With travel also on the cards, it seems logical to combine things, bringing me to the consideration of a trailerable cruiser. The tow vehicle is an older Volvo XC-90 V8 with a nominal capacity of 5,000 lbs. I anticipate very mixed sailing use. As noted, we are recent retirees, so have a great deal of flexibility regarding time. My location (near Philadelphia) affords easy access to a number of excellent sailing opportunities. We?re only a few miles from the Delaware River, and 30 miles from Delaware City on the Bay. Barnegat Bay on the Jersey shore is an hour away. The Chesapeake is not much further, and two of the Great Lakes (Erie and Ontario) are both less than 400 miles away. I?d love to get to Florida during the cold weather months; my brother winters near Sarasota, so we have land quarters available on the Gulf. Time in the Keys may also be on the cards. All that said, it's likely the boat will spend quite a bit of time at a slip on the Chessie (from late spring to early fall), and only travel during during the colder months. I?ve done some background research online and via those outdated communication artifacts known as books and magazines. From that, I developed a fairly lengthy preliminary list of candidates of which the Rhodes 22 is near the top.? The criteria include livability (a boat that two can comfortably sleep in for a few days and has room enough for a medium sized dog); ease of launch and recovery; ability to rig and sail single-handedly; availability of support - parts, information, and a manufacturer that?s still around to allow easier access to any needed proprietary parts. While I haven't ruled any boat absolutely out of consideration, the Rhodes 22 ticks nearly all the boxes. The Rhodes has a number of very appealing features: In-mast mainsail furling system, the larger cockpit & traveler location, large cockpit decently laid out cabin with pop-top, robust rigging, flotation and an enthusiastic sailing base. As far as budget, the target is roughly $10k for boat, trailer and o/b. As to in-person viewing, I was at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum auction last month saw a few boats firsthand, one of which is on was a ?95 Rhodes 22. While the boat seemed reasonably sound, I did not know enough to considering bidding. While I think she went for just over $1,000, with a trailer (that seemed in questionable shape), she needed new sails, some rigging and an outboard. I?ll be at the Annapolis boat show next month and hope to have the chance to demo sail a Rhodes 22. Some specific questions: ? - The mainsail mast furling system seems to be a big plus that can make ? solo handling much easier. Is that truly the case? ? - I?m seeing quite a number of recycled Rhodes 22?s offered for sale. I ? know what the GB website says about their recycle program but does that ? make a boat built in say, 1987 and recycled in 2015, more like a four year ? old boat than a 32 year old one? ? - Mast raising ? some of what I read indicates that stepping the mast ? single-handedly is difficult and that an electric mast raising system is ? really needed. True, mostly true or blarney? ? - Can the Rhodes handle limited coastal cruising (assuming a competent ? skipper)? My definition of limited is the Gulf, maybe the Keys or very ? short stints off the NJ coast. ? - Specific advice relative to purchasing a Rhodes 22. Any and all advice and suggestions gratefully accepted. Charlie From peter at sunnybeeches.com Tue Oct 8 16:50:01 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 16:50:01 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <71940BE1-34DD-4054-8087-B48D0E93C919@sunnybeeches.com> Charlie, Chris G. has already answered your question in the affirmative with more authority than I could ever possess, but let me assure you that coastal cruising can be done on a Rhodes 22 by people with much less experience than Chris has. I bought my recycled Rhodes from General Boats in 2016. I had done some sailing with my family as a teenager in the 1960?s, but nothing much since. I started doing multi-day cruises right away, and by this point what I mostly do is week-long excursions. I keep the boat on a mooring in Groton, CT, and my cruises have taken me to ports from Port Jefferson, NY to Nantucket. I?ve documented many of my trips, as well as a variety of boat projects on a YouTube channel. If you?re interested, you should be able to find it by searching YouTube for ?s/v Silverheels?. Good luck on your adventure, whatever path you choose. Peter Nyberg Coventry, CT s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > - Can the Rhodes handle limited coastal cruising (assuming a competent > skipper)? My definition of limited is the Gulf, maybe the Keys or very > short stints off the NJ coast. > > Charlie From Colealexander at hotmail.com Tue Oct 8 20:41:34 2019 From: Colealexander at hotmail.com (S/V Lark) Date: Tue, 8 Oct 2019 17:41:34 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1570581694689-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Mary Lou wrote the book (at least a chapter of a good book). Sailing Small is a good collection of people using small boats well, instead of fools trying to become a YouTube sensation. For the goals you list, I wanted a boat with integral flotation and a keel I could trust not to pivot up in a knockdown. Since I wanted my significant other to join me often, I knew I needed a head. I?ve had my Rhodes 22 for almost four years. I have several years experience on small boats, mostly a fast tender dinghy (Bucc 18). This is the first year work and life prevented a cruise. I?ve played on Kentucky Lake, Stan?s corner of the Abermarle, parts of Michigan and Erie, either with my GF or alone. It works well for a couple, I haven?t been brave enough to try a cruise with a dog. It?s shallow draft is great for Kentucky Lake in the fall, or Erie. It?s ok to solo launch or trailer, I wouldn?t want to go much bigger or heavier. I intend to cruise more when I retire, and planned ahead with this boat. I would consider investing in a double axle trailer for your longer road trips. I mostly single hand daysail, though had small groups out several times either on my home puddle or meeting friends at destinations. I think I?ve logged about 30 day or night sails on this boat (plus a handful on the old boat) since April and had 10 first time passengers. The large cockpit is great for this. IMO convenience is the benefit of in mast furling, for long coastal hops a traditional main with jiffy reefing becomes less inconvenient. Furling the Rhodes alone in the dark with only a crescent moon is a breeze. The mast is a bit heavy, and she may not be the best in heavy wind venues, but you don?t live near San Francisco Bay. The Rhodes completely satisfied my goal of dramatically increasing my weather window and allowing sails when I had limited pockets of time. Chris Geankoplis is living the dream. Track down his postings to see the potential of the boat as a pocket cruiser. Then share your adventures, so us working stiffs can admire and dream. Alex ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From Colealexander at hotmail.com Wed Oct 9 11:57:15 2019 From: Colealexander at hotmail.com (S/V Lark) Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2019 08:57:15 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: <71940BE1-34DD-4054-8087-B48D0E93C919@sunnybeeches.com> References: <71940BE1-34DD-4054-8087-B48D0E93C919@sunnybeeches.com> Message-ID: <1570636635382-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Peter. I found your videos, some nice scenery and beautiful sails. Something to look at when the state forces me to trailer for winter layup in a couple weeks. Alex ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Wed Oct 9 20:53:47 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2019 19:53:47 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes 22 advice sought In-Reply-To: <1570636635382-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <71940BE1-34DD-4054-8087-B48D0E93C919@sunnybeeches.com> <1570636635382-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Hey Alex, So glad I can bring a bit of sunshine (well sort of) to the cold winter months. Still need to post Sicily, southern Ionian Italy and Ionian Greece. Chris G On Wed, Oct 9, 2019 at 10:48 AM S/V Lark wrote: > Peter. > I found your videos, some nice scenery and beautiful sails. Something > to > look at when the state forces me to trailer for winter layup in a couple > weeks. > Alex > > > > ----- > Alex Cole > S/V Lark > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From mark at whipplefamily.com Wed Oct 9 22:40:39 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Wed, 9 Oct 2019 22:40:39 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hi folks, I'm jumping on the bandwagon to tell you about my first sail on my R22! This is a long post so only read it if you have the time to be (hopefully!) entertained for a bit. I purchased this boat at the beginning of July in a town in central Massachusetts. For a variety of reasons I did not launch this boat until 10/1. I a some fun stories about raising the mast for the first time but I'll save that for another time. I currently own three sailboats, as long as you don't count the two dinghies that can also sail. My largest boat, a Nimble 30 yawl designed by Ted Brewer, is currently for sale. I really love the boat but I wanted to downsize as I approach retirement. I did not launch the Nimble this year although she was in the water last year. My third boat is a Com-pac 16 that lives most of the time on Cape Cod. This year I was granted a mooring in Pleasant Bay on the Chatham/Harwich/Orleans border. I wanted to downsize from the Nimble 30 to sailboat on a trailer and after some research it seemed the Rhodes 22 was a good fit for me. I came close to purchasing a Seaward 25' but I'm very glad I ended up with the R22 instead. Currently I own a RAV4 Ltd with towing package, and I will be using that vehicle to launch and haul Tiny Dancer at my boat club on Boston Harbor. The long term plan is to replace the RAV 4 with Highlander that can tow the R22 on the highway. BTW this R22 is a little unique: she has wheel steering, a self-tending jib with a Hoyt jib boom and an internal 15 hp. gas engine with a Saildrive underneath. She will soon receive the name "Tiny Dancer." After hauling the Compac 16 on 9/14 I then set my sights on launching the R22. I at least wanted to have a test run before the winter. I'm a middle school technology teacher and I had two days off from school on 9/30 and 10/1. I first tried to launch the boat on Mon. 9/30 (we had raised the mast a couple of weeks earlier). Unfortunately we ran out of time. It was a plus tide so the boat yard became partially flooded at high tide. Getting the tongue extension to come out took quite a bit of time and effort and was the main cause for our delay in launching. The next day a friend and I went down closer to low tide and tried to launch the boat. We were on the boat club's main ramp which is long and fairly flat. Unfortunately it was too flat. It didn't look like we were going to get deep enough to launch until I backed up just a bit more and the trailer seemed to fall into a hole on one side. Then the boat floated off. Later analysis suggests that I either backed into a big hole in the ram or I actually went off the end of the paved ramp. Once the boat was floating I started the engine. It ran but didn't idle and would stall when I put the boat in gear. I decided I would just haul the boat back out and be done with it until next year. However by this point I couldn't get the trailer in deep enough because now the water was much higher. Boston Harbor typically has tides around 9 - 10 ft., but this tide was close to 12 ft. It even flooded the main artery road next to the boat club. I knew even if I could, I shouldn't put the trailer back in as far as I did when launching. There was a good chance of causing damage to the trailer if I tried to pull it past some kind of obstruction with a 3100 lb boat on it. The boat sat on the floating dock near the launch ramp overnight. I came back the next day and the direction of the wind was now much more favorable for sailing to the club dock or even my mooring. The forecast said NNE winds 10-15 kts gusts to 20 kts. I don't think I saw whitecaps but it was pretty breezy. My first sail was getting the boat from the launch doc to the leeward side of the club doc. After that it got too dark to get out to my mooring - especially because I wasn't certain where the mooring had been dropped this year. When heading to the main dock had just the bare minimum of jib and main out, in part because I was sailing almost dead downwind. I reached the dock and immediately realized my boat would be much better off on the leeward side (the dock was essentially perpendicular to the wind). I got the boat around to the other side of the dock but had trouble tacking (because now the dock was upwind) so I turned the boat by gybing. Eventually I realized I needed to roll out more main, but by that time I had got the boat on a good tack which let me land it on the dock. A bow line, stern line, springer lead from the bow cleat and a couple big fenders secured her until I could get back to move her to the mooring. Of course I never found my mooring but picked up another that wasn't in use. I hope to haul Tiny Dancer on the trailer this coming Monday (Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day). I've been told there's a second ramp at my boat club that is twice the slope of the main ramp. The secondary ramp has no dock, so the logistics promise to get interesting, especially if I can't rely on the engine. Updates to follow! Looking forward to learning much more about this boat! Take care, Mark Whipple S/V Tiny Dancer Boston, MA From Colealexander at hotmail.com Thu Oct 10 13:11:10 2019 From: Colealexander at hotmail.com (S/V Lark) Date: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 10:11:10 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1570727470325-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Welcome Mark. From a Ted Brewer double ender to a Rhodes flair sided, and an uniquely modified one at that. Also a Compac 16. You collect cool and unique boats. It sounds like that Rhodes found a good home. Your first launching with the ramp washout, high tides and punky motor made for a challenge. I noticed Port Huron Ohio doesn't allow speedboats to power onto trailers because washout was causing such problems. I painted a pair of stripes on my trailer tongue, visible as the holes are about to line up when extending. That was proving to be a time waster, especially when alone. Hopefully your Rav 4 can pluck it out of the water OK. Alex ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From borderfolle at yahoo.com Thu Oct 10 14:02:50 2019 From: borderfolle at yahoo.com (Donald Simons) Date: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 18:02:50 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Annapolis Boat Show Question From Stan References: <929259164.4229581.1570730570967.ref@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <929259164.4229581.1570730570967@mail.yahoo.com> A few of us are helping Stan at the show.? There was a problem getting a boat here for demo sails. Stan would like to know if anyone has their Rhodes in the water near the Annapolis Show? If so, would you enjoy sailing to the General Boats slip just outside the show to give occasional demonstration sails during the show? Stan will get you exhibitor credentials and help with parts assistance.? Since he has some cell phone issues, please give me a call at: 607-427-2988. Thank-you, Don Simons Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android From Colealexander at hotmail.com Thu Oct 10 19:34:21 2019 From: Colealexander at hotmail.com (S/V Lark) Date: Thu, 10 Oct 2019 16:34:21 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Annapolis Boat Show Question From Stan In-Reply-To: <929259164.4229581.1570730570967@mail.yahoo.com> References: <929259164.4229581.1570730570967@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1570750461254-0.post@n5.nabble.com> I took the liberty of putting on FB as well. Good luck. Alex ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Mon Oct 14 08:22:03 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 05:22:03 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: <1570727470325-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1570727470325-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571055723214-0.post@n5.nabble.com> I have a 2010 Rav4 with a 6 engine cylinder and towing package. It has no problem pulling my R22 up the ramp. George -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From snstaum at gmail.com Mon Oct 14 08:47:34 2019 From: snstaum at gmail.com (Stephen Staum) Date: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 08:47:34 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hey Mark. I know your boat. When my friend Ed was looking to buy a sailboat a few years back we looked at a Rhodes 22 at a club in Everett, MA. It had wheel steering, an inboard w sail drive & a self tending jib. It was above his budget so he passed on it. A couple of years later, the same boat showed up on a neighboring mooring where I was based at Squantum Yacht Club in Quincy (off Wollaston Beach). We were neighbors for several years but I never got to sail on this unique boat. Maybe now I get another chance. This year I moved my Rhodes to Hingham Shipyard Marina due to the low tide delays at Squantum Yacht club. Where are you sailing out of? I have owned a Rhodes 22 since 2003 so can help you with anything you need assistance with. I will be floating until November if you want to get out on a Rhodes before next season. Stephen Staum s/v Carol Lee 2 Needham, MA 781-704-1037 (cell) On Wed, Oct 9, 2019 at 10:40 PM Mark Whipple wrote: > Hi folks, > > I'm jumping on the bandwagon to tell you about my first sail on my R22! > This is a long post so only read it if you have the time to be (hopefully!) > entertained for a bit. > > I purchased this boat at the beginning of July in a town in central > Massachusetts. For a variety of reasons I did not launch this boat until > 10/1. I a some fun stories about raising the mast for the first time but > I'll save that for another time. > > I currently own three sailboats, as long as you don't count the two > dinghies that can also sail. My largest boat, a Nimble 30 yawl designed by > Ted Brewer, is currently for sale. I really love the boat but I wanted to > downsize as I approach retirement. I did not launch the Nimble this year > although she was in the water last year. My third boat is a Com-pac 16 that > lives most of the time on Cape Cod. This year I was granted a mooring in > Pleasant Bay on the Chatham/Harwich/Orleans border. > > I wanted to downsize from the Nimble 30 to sailboat on a trailer and after > some research it seemed the Rhodes 22 was a good fit for me. I came close > to purchasing a Seaward 25' but I'm very glad I ended up with the R22 > instead. Currently I own a RAV4 Ltd with towing package, and I will be > using that vehicle to launch and haul Tiny Dancer at my boat club on Boston > Harbor. The long term plan is to replace the RAV 4 with Highlander that can > tow the R22 on the highway. BTW this R22 is a little unique: she has wheel > steering, a self-tending jib with a Hoyt jib boom and an internal 15 hp. > gas engine with a Saildrive underneath. She will soon receive the name > "Tiny Dancer." > > After hauling the Compac 16 on 9/14 I then set my sights on launching the > R22. I at least wanted to have a test run before the winter. I'm a middle > school technology teacher and I had two days off from school on 9/30 and > 10/1. I first tried to launch the boat on Mon. 9/30 (we had raised the mast > a couple of weeks earlier). Unfortunately we ran out of time. It was a plus > tide so the boat yard became partially flooded at high tide. Getting the > tongue extension to come out took quite a bit of time and effort and was > the main cause for our delay in launching. > > The next day a friend and I went down closer to low tide and tried to > launch the boat. We were on the boat club's main ramp which is long and > fairly flat. Unfortunately it was too flat. It didn't look like we were > going to get deep enough to launch until I backed up just a bit more and > the trailer seemed to fall into a hole on one side. Then the boat floated > off. Later analysis suggests that I either backed into a big hole in the > ram or I actually went off the end of the paved ramp. > > Once the boat was floating I started the engine. It ran but didn't idle and > would stall when I put the boat in gear. I decided I would just haul the > boat back out and be done with it until next year. However by this point I > couldn't get the trailer in deep enough because now the water was much > higher. Boston Harbor typically has tides around 9 - 10 ft., but this tide > was close to 12 ft. It even flooded the main artery road next to the boat > club. I knew even if I could, I shouldn't put the trailer back in as far as > I did when launching. There was a good chance of causing damage to the > trailer if I tried to pull it past some kind of obstruction with a 3100 lb > boat on it. > > The boat sat on the floating dock near the launch ramp overnight. I came > back the next day and the direction of the wind was now much more favorable > for sailing to the club dock or even my mooring. The forecast said NNE > winds 10-15 kts gusts to 20 kts. I don't think I saw whitecaps but it was > pretty breezy. > > My first sail was getting the boat from the launch doc to the leeward side > of the club doc. After that it got too dark to get out to my mooring - > especially because I wasn't certain where the mooring had been dropped this > year. When heading to the main dock had just the bare minimum of jib and > main out, in part because I was sailing almost dead downwind. I reached the > dock and immediately realized my boat would be much better off on the > leeward side (the dock was essentially perpendicular to the wind). > > I got the boat around to the other side of the dock but had trouble tacking > (because now the dock was upwind) so I turned the boat by gybing. > Eventually I realized I needed to roll out more main, but by that time I > had got the boat on a good tack which let me land it on the dock. A bow > line, stern line, springer lead from the bow cleat and a couple big fenders > secured her until I could get back to move her to the mooring. Of course I > never found my mooring but picked up another that wasn't in use. > > I hope to haul Tiny Dancer on the trailer this coming Monday (Columbus > Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day). I've been told there's a second ramp at my > boat club that is twice the slope of the main ramp. The secondary ramp has > no dock, so the logistics promise to get interesting, especially if I can't > rely on the engine. Updates to follow! > > Looking forward to learning much more about this boat! > > Take care, > > Mark Whipple > S/V Tiny Dancer > Boston, MA > -- Stephen Staum Pariser Industries, Inc. From daysails at aol.com Tue Oct 15 12:14:37 2019 From: daysails at aol.com (daysails at aol.com) Date: Tue, 15 Oct 2019 16:14:37 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Fwd: Boat Show References: <1571783416.1246506.1571156078088.ref@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1571783416.1246506.1571156078088@mail.yahoo.com> -----Original Message----- From: daysails To: rhodes22-list-request Sent: Tue, Oct 15, 2019 12:06 PM Subject: Boat Show Despite the flooding, caused by a stalled storm off the coast and a full moon, ?that closed the show down earlier than scheduled on Saturday the general showed up with his boats in the same spot he has maintained over the past fifty years. ?Interest was high as usual and a number of owners showed up to ?work the crowd into a buying frenzy!? ?You know that the boat sells itself and we just share stories and insights. ?Here is a picture for those who couldn?t make it. ?See you next year Stan and crew! ?Joe Riley S/V Second Wind. 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I searched the site documents and this forum for 'Rhodes batteries for dummies' but didn't find explicit guidance on this. thanks very much, Bob Garrant s/v Sail la Vie 2000 From mitchpadl at gmail.com Wed Oct 16 10:26:12 2019 From: mitchpadl at gmail.com (Mitch Mitchell) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:26:12 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Battery for 2000 Rhodes22? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: HI Bob, I have the same question about batteries. I would love to see your boat some time. I'm in Fenwick and recently purchased a 1990 that needs a few improvements. Mitch On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 8:01 AM Bob Garrant wrote: > I need a recommendation for the type/size of batteries for my Rhodes 22. > It's a 2000 that was refurbished by Stan in 2017. > I managed to kill both batteries by poor (actually no) maintenance so I > learned an expensive lesson. > I have two solar panels that keep the batteries charged and I have minimal > power requirements while sailing since I only use the motor lift, VHF > radio, and Garmin GPS on a regular basis. I use the running lights > infrequently. > I would like to purchase the new batteries today, probably from AutoZone > here on Kent Island in Maryland. > > I searched the site documents and this forum for 'Rhodes batteries for > dummies' but didn't find explicit guidance on this. > thanks very much, > Bob Garrant > s/v Sail la Vie 2000 > From rlowe at vt.edu Wed Oct 16 10:29:28 2019 From: rlowe at vt.edu (Lowe, Rob) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:29:28 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Fwd: Boat Show In-Reply-To: <1571783416.1246506.1571156078088@mail.yahoo.com> References: <1571783416.1246506.1571156078088.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <1571783416.1246506.1571156078088@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Joe, Thanks for the report. I guessing this was a before and after refurb photo? - rob -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Sling via Rhodes22-list Sent: Tuesday, October 15, 2019 12:15 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Fwd: Boat Show -----Original Message----- From: daysails To: rhodes22-list-request Sent: Tue, Oct 15, 2019 12:06 PM Subject: Boat Show Despite the flooding, caused by a stalled storm off the coast and a full moon, ?that closed the show down earlier than scheduled on Saturday the general showed up with his boats in the same spot he has maintained over the past fifty years. ?Interest was high as usual and a number of owners showed up to ?work the crowd into a buying frenzy!? ?You know that the boat sells itself and we just share stories and insights. ?Here is a picture for those who couldn?t make it. ?See you next year Stan and crew! ?Joe Riley S/V Second Wind. 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Regards, Rick Lange On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 8:01 AM Bob Garrant wrote: > I need a recommendation for the type/size of batteries for my Rhodes 22. > It's a 2000 that was refurbished by Stan in 2017. > I managed to kill both batteries by poor (actually no) maintenance so I > learned an expensive lesson. > I have two solar panels that keep the batteries charged and I have minimal > power requirements while sailing since I only use the motor lift, VHF > radio, and Garmin GPS on a regular basis. I use the running lights > infrequently. > I would like to purchase the new batteries today, probably from AutoZone > here on Kent Island in Maryland. > > I searched the site documents and this forum for 'Rhodes batteries for > dummies' but didn't find explicit guidance on this. > thanks very much, > Bob Garrant > s/v Sail la Vie 2000 > From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Wed Oct 16 10:33:44 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:33:44 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Fwd: Boat Show In-Reply-To: References: <1571783416.1246506.1571156078088.ref@mail.yahoo.com> <1571783416.1246506.1571156078088@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: How did a full moon cause the show to close early? Regards, Rick Lange On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 10:29 AM Lowe, Rob wrote: > Joe, > Thanks for the report. I guessing this was a before and after refurb > photo? - rob > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of > Sling via Rhodes22-list > Sent: Tuesday, October 15, 2019 12:15 PM > To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org > Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Fwd: Boat Show > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: daysails > To: rhodes22-list-request > Sent: Tue, Oct 15, 2019 12:06 PM > Subject: Boat Show > > > Despite the flooding, caused by a stalled storm off the coast and a full > moon, that closed the show down earlier than scheduled on Saturday the > general showed up with his boats in the same spot he has maintained over > the past fifty years. Interest was high as usual and a number of owners > showed up to ?work the crowd into a buying frenzy!? You know that the boat > sells itself and we just share stories and insights. Here is a picture for > those who couldn?t make it. See you next year Stan and crew! Joe Riley > S/V Second Wind. 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Cowie? ?? 700 N Fairfax Street Suite 304 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 703.717.9103 ex.204 ? 202.270.1470 mobile [ccowie at cowieassociates.com] Please consider the environment before printing this email. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Rick Lange Sent: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 10:34 AM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Fwd: Boat Show How did a full moon cause the show to close early? Regards, Rick Lange On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 10:29 AM Lowe, Rob wrote: > Joe, > Thanks for the report. I guessing this was a before and after refurb > photo? - rob > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of > Sling via Rhodes22-list > Sent: Tuesday, October 15, 2019 12:15 PM > To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org > Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Fwd: Boat Show > > > > > -----Original Message----- > From: daysails > To: rhodes22-list-request > Sent: Tue, Oct 15, 2019 12:06 PM > Subject: Boat Show > > > Despite the flooding, caused by a stalled storm off the coast and a > full moon, that closed the show down earlier than scheduled on > Saturday the general showed up with his boats in the same spot he has > maintained over the past fifty years. Interest was high as usual and > a number of owners showed up to ?work the crowd into a buying frenzy!? > You know that the boat sells itself and we just share stories and > insights. Here is a picture for those who couldn?t make it. See you > next year Stan and crew! Joe Riley S/V Second Wind. Lake Hartwell, GA > -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was > scrubbed... > Name: 6FAD96B5-43C3-492A-8F0A-BBC9969E3972.jpeg > Type: image/jpeg > Size: 1060232 bytes > Desc: not available > URL: < > http://rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/attachments/20191015/74218 > 9de/attachment.jpeg > > > From peter at sunnybeeches.com Wed Oct 16 10:40:52 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:40:52 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Battery for 2000 Rhodes22? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <38EFA311-A7EA-4536-8324-6EB43F869B88@sunnybeeches.com> Bob, When my boat was recycled in 2016, Stan put 2 Group 27 deep cycle batteries into it. (The ?group? of a battery indicates it?s approximate physical dimensions.) Most likely he did the same for you. If you just take your current batteries to the AutoZone, they should be able to supply you with matching replacements, plus they?ll take the old batteries off your hands. There?s only two things I can think to watch out for: make sure the new batteries are deep cycle, not standard car batteries (it should say ?deep cycle? on the label, and make sure they have threaded stud connections, not just clamp-on auto style posts. Let us know how things worked out. Peter Nyberg Coventry, CT s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > On Oct 16, 2019, at 8:01 AM, Bob Garrant wrote: > > I need a recommendation for the type/size of batteries for my Rhodes 22. > It's a 2000 that was refurbished by Stan in 2017. > I managed to kill both batteries by poor (actually no) maintenance so I > learned an expensive lesson. > I have two solar panels that keep the batteries charged and I have minimal > power requirements while sailing since I only use the motor lift, VHF > radio, and Garmin GPS on a regular basis. I use the running lights > infrequently. > I would like to purchase the new batteries today, probably from AutoZone > here on Kent Island in Maryland. > > I searched the site documents and this forum for 'Rhodes batteries for > dummies' but didn't find explicit guidance on this. > thanks very much, > Bob Garrant > s/v Sail la Vie 2000 From bgarrant at gmail.com Wed Oct 16 14:32:55 2019 From: bgarrant at gmail.com (Bob Garrant) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:32:55 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Battery for 2000 Rhodes22? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hi Mitch, You?re welcome to see my boat anytime. We can go for a quick spin on the Chester RIver off Kent Island. Do you sail in Assawoman Bay? or Little Assawoman Bay? Or the Little Atlantic Ocean? Bob Garrant Bgarrant at gmail.com Send me your email and cell and we can communicate directly. On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 10:26 AM Mitch Mitchell wrote: > HI Bob, I have the same question about batteries. I would love to see your > boat some time. I'm in Fenwick and recently purchased a 1990 that needs a > few improvements. Mitch > > On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 8:01 AM Bob Garrant wrote: > > > I need a recommendation for the type/size of batteries for my Rhodes 22. > > It's a 2000 that was refurbished by Stan in 2017. > > I managed to kill both batteries by poor (actually no) maintenance so I > > learned an expensive lesson. > > I have two solar panels that keep the batteries charged and I have > minimal > > power requirements while sailing since I only use the motor lift, VHF > > radio, and Garmin GPS on a regular basis. I use the running lights > > infrequently. > > I would like to purchase the new batteries today, probably from AutoZone > > here on Kent Island in Maryland. > > > > I searched the site documents and this forum for 'Rhodes batteries for > > dummies' but didn't find explicit guidance on this. > > thanks very much, > > Bob Garrant > > s/v Sail la Vie 2000 > > > From gramille at tds.net Wed Oct 16 18:37:46 2019 From: gramille at tds.net (gramille) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 15:37:46 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] electric motor lift problem Message-ID: <1571265466645-0.post@n5.nabble.com> My Yamaha 9.9hp motor lifts out of the water when accelerating. It looks like the 2 screws that hold the stop on the bottom of the hoist are stripped. I tried hanging over the side and tightening the phillips screws but they just pulled out again under tension. They are just screwed into the black plastic , has anyone else had this problem and is there a way to fix. The design looks weak I would like to make it stronger, but would also like an easy solution! Cheers from Lake Champlain in the waning days of a wonderful first season with my R22. Graham -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From rodellner at mac.com Wed Oct 16 21:39:24 2019 From: rodellner at mac.com (Rod Ellner) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 20:39:24 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Battery for 2000 Rhodes22? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <942CDABD-37AA-47EB-9D55-02BD68FC48EF@mac.com> On my 1987/2008 Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 16, 2019, at 1:33 PM, Bob Garrant wrote: > > ?Hi Mitch, > You?re welcome to see my boat anytime. We can go for a quick spin on the > Chester RIver off Kent Island. Do you sail in Assawoman Bay? or Little > Assawoman Bay? Or the Little Atlantic Ocean? > Bob Garrant > Bgarrant at gmail.com > > Send me your email and cell and we can communicate directly. > >> On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 10:26 AM Mitch Mitchell wrote: >> >> HI Bob, I have the same question about batteries. I would love to see your >> boat some time. I'm in Fenwick and recently purchased a 1990 that needs a >> few improvements. Mitch >> >>> On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 8:01 AM Bob Garrant wrote: >>> >>> I need a recommendation for the type/size of batteries for my Rhodes 22. >>> It's a 2000 that was refurbished by Stan in 2017. >>> I managed to kill both batteries by poor (actually no) maintenance so I >>> learned an expensive lesson. >>> I have two solar panels that keep the batteries charged and I have >> minimal >>> power requirements while sailing since I only use the motor lift, VHF >>> radio, and Garmin GPS on a regular basis. I use the running lights >>> infrequently. >>> I would like to purchase the new batteries today, probably from AutoZone >>> here on Kent Island in Maryland. >>> >>> I searched the site documents and this forum for 'Rhodes batteries for >>> dummies' but didn't find explicit guidance on this. >>> thanks very much, >>> Bob Garrant >>> s/v Sail la Vie 2000 >>> >> From rodellner at mac.com Wed Oct 16 21:42:53 2019 From: rodellner at mac.com (Rod Ellner) Date: Wed, 16 Oct 2019 20:42:53 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Battery for 2000 Rhodes22? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: On my 1987/2008 rhodes I used Interstate deep cycle batteries with solar panels and they lasted 4 years plus. Rod Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 16, 2019, at 1:33 PM, Bob Garrant wrote: > > ?Hi Mitch, > You?re welcome to see my boat anytime. We can go for a quick spin on the > Chester RIver off Kent Island. Do you sail in Assawoman Bay? or Little > Assawoman Bay? Or the Little Atlantic Ocean? > Bob Garrant > Bgarrant at gmail.com > > Send me your email and cell and we can communicate directly. > >> On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 10:26 AM Mitch Mitchell wrote: >> >> HI Bob, I have the same question about batteries. I would love to see your >> boat some time. I'm in Fenwick and recently purchased a 1990 that needs a >> few improvements. Mitch >> >>> On Wed, Oct 16, 2019 at 8:01 AM Bob Garrant wrote: >>> >>> I need a recommendation for the type/size of batteries for my Rhodes 22. >>> It's a 2000 that was refurbished by Stan in 2017. >>> I managed to kill both batteries by poor (actually no) maintenance so I >>> learned an expensive lesson. >>> I have two solar panels that keep the batteries charged and I have >> minimal >>> power requirements while sailing since I only use the motor lift, VHF >>> radio, and Garmin GPS on a regular basis. I use the running lights >>> infrequently. >>> I would like to purchase the new batteries today, probably from AutoZone >>> here on Kent Island in Maryland. >>> >>> I searched the site documents and this forum for 'Rhodes batteries for >>> dummies' but didn't find explicit guidance on this. >>> thanks very much, >>> Bob Garrant >>> s/v Sail la Vie 2000 >>> >> From gramille at tds.net Thu Oct 17 13:56:50 2019 From: gramille at tds.net (gramille) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 10:56:50 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast Message-ID: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Can anyone guide me to any archive material (a video would be great) showing the mast lowering procedure? I have the standard winch provided by GB. -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From bgarrant at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 14:02:25 2019 From: bgarrant at gmail.com (Bob Garrant) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:02:25 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Is this what you?re looking for Rhodes Mast Stepping 1. Remove the pop top from the mast slider first!!! - One bolt. Must do to avoid sound of broken fiberglass. - Remove ringdings from inside the cabin with the poptop up before you unbolt the poptop. 2. Unplug mast wiring aand secure plug against the mast to avoid stepping on it. 3. Pull boom up with topping lift and secure it to mast with cleat. - Wrap lift line as needed to get it out of the way. 4. Wrap jib sheets around the furled jib. 5. Release and coil Jib furling line on deck. 6. Release backstay tensioning line and remove traveler bar. 7. Disconnect lower forward shrouds (baby stays) and extend with chains. - They will be slack. Chains are probably attached to the crane to keep you from losing them, but are not used with the crane. - NOTE: I've found that if you attach the winch before you disconnect the jib, it's difficult to maneuver the jib back to the mast. So I disconnect the jib first and then set up the winch. - However, you MUST NOT PUT THE CHAINS ON THE FOREWARD STAYS UNTIL THE WINCH IS CONNECTED. If the chains are on, the mast is free to move rearward, which it will do with a resounding crash if the winch isn't holding it back. 8. Rope on crane attaches to foredeck cleat. Crane bolts to cockpit roof. 9. Leave backstays attached but slack. 10. Leave upper long shrouds with spreader alone. 11. Disconnect aft lower shrouds (baby stays) and attach to mast crane with bolts instead of the pins. - They route inside the forward lower shrouds now extended with chain. - It?s much easier to remove the locking rings from the lower shroud turnbuckles when inside the cockpit with the poptop instead of when you are on the foredeck. If you have an assistant the jib forestry pin is easier - from the ground. 12. Tension the crane enough to remove forestay / jib furling mechanism pin. - The mast is supported by two backstays, long main shrouds and lower aft shrouds now acting as forestays. - I'm not sure the best way to keep the jib furler from scratching the deck. ] 13. Use winch to lower mast, pushing it to get it started. - Slow. - As the mast decends the main shrouds go slack the the lengthened forward lower shrouds take over. 14. When the mast is down disconnect all lower shrouds. 15. Remove crane. 16. Manhandle the jib and mast to the pulpit where it slides into the track. 17. Spend the next hour tying everything down for travel. The only part hard to do alone is getting the beast on the trailer. On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 1:47 PM gramille wrote: > Can anyone guide me to any archive material (a video would be great) > showing > the mast lowering procedure? I have the standard winch provided by GB. > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From rweiss at siu.edu Thu Oct 17 14:05:15 2019 From: rweiss at siu.edu (Weiss, Robert L) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:05:15 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: These photos were posted via Facebook some time ago. Someplace I have the instructions that I can scan and send if you don't find them sooner. https://www.facebook.com/shawn.boles/media_set?set=a.10151299606977141.487706.593022140&type=1&l=41f7dc116a Bob Beach Spring Robert L Weiss Jr. Director of Music First United Methodist Carbondale, IL Professor Emeritus, SIUC ________________________________ From: Rhodes22-list on behalf of gramille Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2019 12:56 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast [EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT]: Verify sender before opening links or attachments. Can anyone guide me to any archive material (a video would be great) showing the mast lowering procedure? I have the standard winch provided by GB. -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From challey52 at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 14:48:20 2019 From: challey52 at gmail.com (Charlie S) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 14:48:20 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer Message-ID: I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the better boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the boat shortly after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring a haulier for a one time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to move the boat on my own down the road Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a trailer specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the Uni-Matic double axle but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What should I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really answer my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k range. Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that particular boat well out of my budget. Thanks, Carlie Virus-free. www.avast.com <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> From retiredtoby at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 15:09:36 2019 From: retiredtoby at gmail.com (Cary Tolbert) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:09:36 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Charlie, The trailer built specifically for the Rhodes 22 of course would be the best. However the trailer built for a Catalina 22 With a CENTERBOARD is the second best option and probably there are more of these available in the Used Trailer Market. Cary S/V Whisper On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: > I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the better > boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the boat shortly > after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring a haulier for a one > time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to move > the boat on my own down the road > > Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a trailer > specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the Uni-Matic double axle > but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What should > I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really answer > my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k range. > Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that particular > boat well out of my budget. > > Thanks, > > Carlie > > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon > > > Virus-free. > www.avast.com > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > From ccowie at cowieassociates.com Thu Oct 17 15:11:01 2019 From: ccowie at cowieassociates.com (Chris Cowie) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 19:11:01 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <7DF62D8E-B28D-4434-9585-580E262787DF@cowieassociates.com> Bob Cohen might have a used trailer for sale in Michigan Please note our new office address and phone number Christopher P. Cowie [cid:image001.png at 01CA3AD3.5BD581F0] [cid:image002.png at 01CA3AD3.5BD581F0] 700 N Fairfax Street Suite 304 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 703.717.9103 ex.204 ? 202.270.1470 mobile [ccowie at cowieassociates.com] [cid:image001.jpg at 01D24014.7A2D04E0] Please consider the environment before printing this email. On Oct 17, 2019, at 3:09 PM, Cary Tolbert wrote: ?Charlie, The trailer built specifically for the Rhodes 22 of course would be the best. However the trailer built for a Catalina 22 With a CENTERBOARD is the second best option and probably there are more of these available in the Used Trailer Market. Cary S/V Whisper On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the better boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the boat shortly after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring a haulier for a one time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to move the boat on my own down the road Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a trailer specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the Uni-Matic double axle but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What should I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really answer my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k range. Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that particular boat well out of my budget. Thanks, Carlie < https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon Virus-free. www.avast.com < https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> From bobfcohen at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 15:33:31 2019 From: bobfcohen at gmail.com (Robert Cohen) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 15:33:31 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: <7DF62D8E-B28D-4434-9585-580E262787DF@cowieassociates.com> References: <7DF62D8E-B28D-4434-9585-580E262787DF@cowieassociates.com> Message-ID: <04799B74-59A8-46AB-877A-951422E5A4C9@gmail.com> Charlie - As Chris suggested, I do have a used trailer for sale which works fine with a Rhodes 22. It is a Trailmaster and is in Onekama, Michigan. If you are interested, please let me know. Bob Cohen Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 17, 2019, at 3:11 PM, Chris Cowie wrote: > > Bob Cohen might have a used trailer for sale in Michigan > > > Please note our new office address and phone number > > Christopher P. Cowie [cid:image001.png at 01CA3AD3.5BD581F0] [cid:image002.png at 01CA3AD3.5BD581F0] > > 700 N Fairfax Street > Suite 304 > Alexandria, Virginia 22314 > 703.717.9103 ex.204 ? 202.270.1470 mobile > [ccowie at cowieassociates.com] > > [cid:image001.jpg at 01D24014.7A2D04E0] > Please consider the environment before printing this email. > > > On Oct 17, 2019, at 3:09 PM, Cary Tolbert wrote: > > ?Charlie, The trailer built specifically for the Rhodes 22 of course would > be the best. However the trailer built for a Catalina 22 With > a CENTERBOARD is the second best option and probably there are more of > these available in the Used Trailer Market. > Cary > S/V Whisper > > On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: > > I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the better > boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the boat shortly > after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring a haulier for a one > time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to move > the boat on my own down the road > > Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a trailer > specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the Uni-Matic double axle > but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What should > I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really answer > my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k range. > Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that particular > boat well out of my budget. > > Thanks, > > Carlie > > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon > > Virus-free. > www.avast.com > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > From snstaum at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 17:00:53 2019 From: snstaum at gmail.com (Stephen Staum) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:00:53 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Where are you located? I am storing at the marina this year so will not be using my trailer. *Stephen Staum* *s/v Carol Lee 2* *Needham, MA* On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: > I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the better > boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the boat shortly > after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring a haulier for a one > time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to move > the boat on my own down the road > > Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a trailer > specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the Uni-Matic double axle > but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What should > I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really answer > my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k range. > Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that particular > boat well out of my budget. > > Thanks, > > Carlie > > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon > > > Virus-free. > www.avast.com > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > From challey52 at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 17:31:21 2019 From: challey52 at gmail.com (Charlie S) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:31:21 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Steven - Thank you for your kind offer. I'm in the Philly area however and the boat is in Annapolis. Very much appreciate your kind gesture. Charlie On Thu, Oct 17, 2019, 5:01 PM Stephen Staum wrote: > Where are you located? I am storing at the marina this year so will not be > using my trailer. > > > *Stephen Staum* > *s/v Carol Lee 2* > > *Needham, MA* > > > On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: > > > I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the better > > boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the boat shortly > > after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring a haulier for a > one > > time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to move > > the boat on my own down the road > > > > Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a trailer > > specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the Uni-Matic double > axle > > but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What > should > > I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really > answer > > my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k > range. > > Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that particular > > boat well out of my budget. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Carlie > > > > < > > > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon > > > > > Virus-free. > > www.avast.com > > < > > > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > > > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > > > From mweisner at ebsmed.com Thu Oct 17 17:46:27 2019 From: mweisner at ebsmed.com (mweisner at ebsmed.com) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:46:27 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <006301d58534$552af590$ff80e0b0$@ebsmed.com> If you are in Philly, have you looked at this beauty? https://moreboats.com/boats/rhodes/22/305279 At $9,950 including the trailer and engine it looks like a steal! Mike s/v Wind Lass ('91) Nissequogue River, NY -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Charlie S Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2019 5:31 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer Steven - Thank you for your kind offer. I'm in the Philly area however and the boat is in Annapolis. Very much appreciate your kind gesture. Charlie On Thu, Oct 17, 2019, 5:01 PM Stephen Staum wrote: > Where are you located? I am storing at the marina this year so will > not be using my trailer. > > > *Stephen Staum* > *s/v Carol Lee 2* > > *Needham, MA* > > > On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: > > > I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the > > better boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the > > boat shortly after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring > > a haulier for a > one > > time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to > > move the boat on my own down the road > > > > Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a > > trailer specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the > > Uni-Matic double > axle > > but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What > should > > I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really > answer > > my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k > range. > > Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that > > particular boat well out of my budget. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Carlie > > > > < > > > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_c > ampaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon > > > > > Virus-free. > > www.avast.com > > < > > > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_c > ampaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > > > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > > > From challey52 at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 18:05:21 2019 From: challey52 at gmail.com (Charlie S) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:05:21 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: <006301d58534$552af590$ff80e0b0$@ebsmed.com> References: <006301d58534$552af590$ff80e0b0$@ebsmed.com> Message-ID: I inquired about her when I saw the posting a week or so ago but she was already sold. Not sure why the ad is still up. Charlie On Thu, Oct 17, 2019, 5:46 PM wrote: > If you are in Philly, have you looked at this beauty? > > https://moreboats.com/boats/rhodes/22/305279 > > At $9,950 including the trailer and engine it looks like a steal! > > Mike > s/v Wind Lass ('91) > Nissequogue River, NY > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of > Charlie S > Sent: Thursday, October 17, 2019 5:31 PM > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer > > Steven - > > Thank you for your kind offer. I'm in the Philly area however and the boat > is in Annapolis. > > Very much appreciate your kind gesture. > > Charlie > > On Thu, Oct 17, 2019, 5:01 PM Stephen Staum wrote: > > > Where are you located? I am storing at the marina this year so will > > not be using my trailer. > > > > > > *Stephen Staum* > > *s/v Carol Lee 2* > > > > *Needham, MA* > > > > > > On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: > > > > > I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the > > > better boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the > > > boat shortly after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring > > > a haulier for a > > one > > > time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to > > > move the boat on my own down the road > > > > > > Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a > > > trailer specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the > > > Uni-Matic double > > axle > > > but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What > > should > > > I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really > > answer > > > my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k > > range. > > > Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that > > > particular boat well out of my budget. > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > > > Carlie > > > > > > < > > > > > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_c > > ampaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon > > > > > > > Virus-free. > > > www.avast.com > > > < > > > > > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_c > > ampaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > > > > > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > > > > > > > From rbeytagh at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 20:08:49 2019 From: rbeytagh at gmail.com (Richard Beytagh) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 20:08:49 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Rhodes-22 trailer In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I have a Catalina 22 single axle trailer for sale in Asheville NC. Lights need to be fixed up but you can have it for $1500. Not sure if it is convenient, but we could arrange to meet half-way. Sold on a Bill of Sale. ~~~ _/) ~~~ Richard Beytagh Phone: 828 337 0180 Virus-free. www.avg.com <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 2:48 PM Charlie S wrote: > I've been looking at used R-22's for a while now and one of the better > boats I found does not have a trailer. I'd need to move the boat shortly > after buying so the lack of trailer is limiting. Hiring a haulier for a one > time move is possible but adds needless cost - I want the ability to move > the boat on my own down the road > > Please excuse the question (I'm new to sailing) but do I need a trailer > specific to the Rhodes? I see that GB recommends the Uni-Matic double axle > but a quick web search did not turn any up. A related question: What should > I expect to pay for a used trailer A quick web search didn't really answer > my question but did tell me that a new trailer would be in the $4-5k range. > Full disclosure: Adding a $4+k trailer into the mix puts that particular > boat well out of my budget. > > Thanks, > > Carlie > > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=icon > > > Virus-free. > www.avast.com > < > https://www.avast.com/sig-email?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_campaign=sig-email&utm_content=webmail&utm_term=link > > > <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2> > From jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com Thu Oct 17 20:28:57 2019 From: jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com (Jesse Shumaker) Date: Thu, 17 Oct 2019 17:28:57 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> See the attachments for a mast lowering checklist that I compiled using information from past threads on the forum as well info from GB manuals. Feel free to download, improve upon this and upload a better version. I just lowered the mast last Saturday without any issues. The mast hoist system is very helpful. Good luck! MastLoweringChecklist20191017.pdf MastLoweringChecklist20191017.docx -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gramille at tds.net Fri Oct 18 14:07:51 2019 From: gramille at tds.net (gramille) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 11:07:51 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571422071778-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Thanks everyone -this is exactly what I needed. Graham -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gramille at tds.net Fri Oct 18 14:26:32 2019 From: gramille at tds.net (gramille) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 11:26:32 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571423192303-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Thanks Bob, is there a way to send them not via FaceBook. I am not a user! G -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gramille at tds.net Fri Oct 18 14:34:55 2019 From: gramille at tds.net (gramille) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 11:34:55 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571422071778-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571422071778-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571423695653-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Two other questions. I I do not remember the chains referenced for extending the 2 stays. Could they be short lines? Also I want to remove the genoa for a cleaning. Should I do this before or after the mast lowering? -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From Roger_Pihlaja at msn.com Fri Oct 18 15:07:40 2019 From: Roger_Pihlaja at msn.com (ROGER PIHLAJA) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 19:07:40 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571423695653-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571422071778-0.post@n5.nabble.com>,<1571423695653-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Hi Gramille, On my mast raising kit, the side stay extensions are 1? X 1/8? X 12? pieces of aluminum bar stock with appropriate holes for the retaining pins on each end. Both ends of the bar stock are rounded off to prevent sharp corners from damaging the cabin roof. However, I see no reason why they couldn?t be short lines if you are confident in your knot tying or eye splicing skills. On the old OEM Cruising Designs roller furling system, it is not possible to remove the genoa without either sending someone up the mast in a bosun?s chair or lowering the mast. On newer systems, the genoa slides on a luff track and can be raised and lowered without lowering the mast. If you have the newer type system; then, definitely take the genoa off before lowering the mast. For one thing, it makes the mast assembly lighter and easier to handle. Removing it precludes the expensive sail from being damaged if something should go wrong during the mast lowering or raising. Roger Pihlaja S/V Dynamic Equilibrium Sent from Mail for Windows 10 ________________________________ From: Rhodes22-list on behalf of gramille Sent: Friday, October 18, 2019 2:34:55 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast Two other questions. I I do not remember the chains referenced for extending the 2 stays. Could they be short lines? Also I want to remove the genoa for a cleaning. Should I do this before or after the mast lowering? -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com Fri Oct 18 15:36:44 2019 From: jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com (Jesse Shumaker) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 12:36:44 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571422071778-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571423695653-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> I have the standard GB roller furler for the genoa. It slides into a grove on the furler but it is secured in place with a screw at the top and a screw at the bottom instead of being raised with a halyard. I had to take off my genoa for cleaning last Saturday. I also had to remove the main sail which requires some minor repair. After lowering the mast, I secured the jib furler bundle to the mast using the topping lift, and then removed the whole mast, and jib bundle from the boat and put it on the grass. It's not light when you have all of that bundled together and I had a couple of people help me with moving the mast bundle down to the grass. Once it was on the grass, I unfurled the genoa to remove it. For the main sail, I slid the furler out of the mast, then unfurled it and unscrewed it for removal. I plan to keep the GB jib furler as long as it is working well. If I run into problems with that in the future then I may replace it with CDI or some other system that makes it possible to take the jib off without lowering the mast. A follow up question for the group: - Do you remove the jib for winter storage? - Do you remove the main sail for winter storage? I'll keep both sails off the boat this winter since they are already off, but I'm not sure about future years. I'm getting a mast down winter cover made by the local sailboat shop and it would be nice to leave the sails on if I'm able to ensure the furled sails are covered. Any suggestions on this? -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From peter at sunnybeeches.com Fri Oct 18 15:32:07 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:32:07 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571422071778-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571423695653-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <9ED3853B-56A2-4924-AE38-5AB4709B325F@sunnybeeches.com> I take the mast down and leave both the main and the jib attached during winter. i cover the boat with a tarp, using the mast as a ridge pole, so the sails are protected from direct exposure to the elements. Peter Nyberg Coventry, CT s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > On Oct 18, 2019, at 3:36 PM, Jesse Shumaker wrote: > > I have the standard GB roller furler for the genoa. It slides into a grove > on the furler but it is secured in place with a screw at the top and a screw > at the bottom instead of being raised with a halyard. I had to take off my > genoa for cleaning last Saturday. I also had to remove the main sail which > requires some minor repair. After lowering the mast, I secured the jib > furler bundle to the mast using the topping lift, and then removed the whole > mast, and jib bundle from the boat and put it on the grass. It's not light > when you have all of that bundled together and I had a couple of people help > me with moving the mast bundle down to the grass. Once it was on the grass, > I unfurled the genoa to remove it. For the main sail, I slid the furler out > of the mast, then unfurled it and unscrewed it for removal. > > I plan to keep the GB jib furler as long as it is working well. If I run > into problems with that in the future then I may replace it with CDI or some > other system that makes it possible to take the jib off without lowering the > mast. > > A follow up question for the group: > - Do you remove the jib for winter storage? > - Do you remove the main sail for winter storage? > > I'll keep both sails off the boat this winter since they are already off, > but I'm not sure about future years. > > I'm getting a mast down winter cover made by the local sailboat shop and it > would be nice to leave the sails on if I'm able to ensure the furled sails > are covered. Any suggestions on this? > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From ccowie at cowieassociates.com Fri Oct 18 16:01:28 2019 From: ccowie at cowieassociates.com (Chris Cowie) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 20:01:28 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571422071778-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571423695653-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Jesse: I like to remove the jib especially if the rigging stays up in the winter since it would be exposed to weather and wind, I prefer to keep the main in the mast since it is protected in the mast and removing and reinstalling seems to open things up to new potential issues. The GBI is good standard hardware and there are several other standard styles by other manufacturers. Christopher P. Cowie? ?? 700 N Fairfax Street Suite 304 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 703.717.9103 ex.204 ? 202.270.1470 mobile [ccowie at cowieassociates.com] Please consider the environment before printing this email. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Jesse Shumaker Sent: Friday, October 18, 2019 3:37 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast I have the standard GB roller furler for the genoa. It slides into a grove on the furler but it is secured in place with a screw at the top and a screw at the bottom instead of being raised with a halyard. I had to take off my genoa for cleaning last Saturday. I also had to remove the main sail which requires some minor repair. After lowering the mast, I secured the jib furler bundle to the mast using the topping lift, and then removed the whole mast, and jib bundle from the boat and put it on the grass. It's not light when you have all of that bundled together and I had a couple of people help me with moving the mast bundle down to the grass. Once it was on the grass, I unfurled the genoa to remove it. For the main sail, I slid the furler out of the mast, then unfurled it and unscrewed it for removal. I plan to keep the GB jib furler as long as it is working well. If I run into problems with that in the future then I may replace it with CDI or some other system that makes it possible to take the jib off without lowering the mast. A follow up question for the group: - Do you remove the jib for winter storage? - Do you remove the main sail for winter storage? I'll keep both sails off the boat this winter since they are already off, but I'm not sure about future years. I'm getting a mast down winter cover made by the local sailboat shop and it would be nice to leave the sails on if I'm able to ensure the furled sails are covered. Any suggestions on this? -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From rweiss at siu.edu Fri Oct 18 18:06:24 2019 From: rweiss at siu.edu (Weiss, Robert L) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 22:06:24 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571423192303-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> , <1571423192303-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Sorry, but I don't see a way to see the pics without a Facebook account. The written instructions given here are pretty thorough, but if you want to see a step by step photo description, it might be worth making up a generic Facebook account to be able to open the page. You don't have to do much to have an account without friends. Bob Beach Spring Robert L Weiss Jr. Director of Music First United Methodist Carbondale, IL Professor Emeritus, SIUC ________________________________ From: Rhodes22-list on behalf of gramille Sent: Friday, October 18, 2019 1:26 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast [EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT]: Verify sender before opening links or attachments. Thanks Bob, is there a way to send them not via FaceBook. I am not a user! G -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From shawn.sustain at gmail.com Fri Oct 18 18:19:19 2019 From: shawn.sustain at gmail.com (Shawn Boles) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:19:19 -0700 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571423192303-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Hi - Did you click on the link? It is public so you don't have to belong to FB. https://www.facebook.com/shawn.boles/media_set?set=a.10151299606977141.487706.593022140&type=1&l=41f7dc116a Cheers, Shawn s/v Sweet Baboo On Fri, Oct 18, 2019, 3:06 PM Weiss, Robert L wrote: > Sorry, but I don't see a way to see the pics without a Facebook account. > The written instructions given here are pretty thorough, but if you want to > see a step by step photo description, it might be worth making up a generic > Facebook account to be able to open the page. You don't have to do much to > have an account without friends. > > Bob > Beach Spring > > Robert L Weiss Jr. > Director of Music > First United Methodist Carbondale, IL > Professor Emeritus, SIUC > ________________________________ > From: Rhodes22-list on behalf of > gramille > Sent: Friday, October 18, 2019 1:26 PM > To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast > > [EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT]: Verify sender before opening links or attachments. > > Thanks Bob, is there a way to send them not via FaceBook. I am not a user! > G > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From roger_pihlaja at msn.com Fri Oct 18 19:40:38 2019 From: roger_pihlaja at msn.com (ROGER PIHLAJA) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 23:40:38 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Jesse, I would be worried about mold, water, and rodent damage if they were left furled on the boat. I always take them off for the winter. It?s a good time to inspect both sails. Roger Pihlaja SV Dynamic Equilbrium Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 18, 2019, at 3:26 PM, Jesse Shumaker wrote: > > ?I have the standard GB roller furler for the genoa. It slides into a grove > on the furler but it is secured in place with a screw at the top and a screw > at the bottom instead of being raised with a halyard. I had to take off my > genoa for cleaning last Saturday. I also had to remove the main sail which > requires some minor repair. After lowering the mast, I secured the jib > furler bundle to the mast using the topping lift, and then removed the whole > mast, and jib bundle from the boat and put it on the grass. It's not light > when you have all of that bundled together and I had a couple of people help > me with moving the mast bundle down to the grass. Once it was on the grass, > I unfurled the genoa to remove it. For the main sail, I slid the furler out > of the mast, then unfurled it and unscrewed it for removal. > > I plan to keep the GB jib furler as long as it is working well. If I run > into problems with that in the future then I may replace it with CDI or some > other system that makes it possible to take the jib off without lowering the > mast. > > A follow up question for the group: > - Do you remove the jib for winter storage? > - Do you remove the main sail for winter storage? > > I'll keep both sails off the boat this winter since they are already off, > but I'm not sure about future years. > > I'm getting a mast down winter cover made by the local sailboat shop and it > would be nice to leave the sails on if I'm able to ensure the furled sails > are covered. Any suggestions on this? > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Fri Oct 18 22:29:44 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 19:29:44 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Bow Pulpit Cradle for Mast Message-ID: <1571452184977-0.post@n5.nabble.com> A guy in my boat yard (not an R22) had a simple solution for a mast cradle on the bow pulpit. In my very limited boating experience, this looked like a better idea than tying it to the pulpit. George S/V Knotty Lady 1986 (2010) 2D7CAD44-9F52-4C50-BA82-2F92BCB254A2.jpeg -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Fri Oct 18 23:26:12 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Fri, 18 Oct 2019 20:26:12 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit Message-ID: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> I?ve been going through the archives looking at all the interesting things Rhodes discuss. I know there have been discussions about how to deploy an anchor from the cockpit. I don?t recall reading about the idea below, so I thought I?d share it. There is a drawing which gos with the article which I will try to attach. George S/V Knotty Lady ___________________________________________________________ The Javit Anchor System One of our readers sent us an interesting idea on how to handle your anchor particularly if you are single handing your boat or have kids on board. Mark Javit explained that his father Lewis developed this idea for several reasons. He often went out either by himself or with his small kids and didn't want to risk anyone falling overboard to set the anchor. He also didn't want to scuff the fine mahogany finish on his foredeck. Lewis like to fish and he like the mahogany. This is what Lewis Javit came up with. 62435511-75BE-45D8-8F17-DAD7664C131D.jpeg This picture shows the rode in mid-deployment or mid-retrieval. It is important to fully deploy the anchor rode so your vessel is properly anchored and secured in the proper orientation. The Setup The anchor is stowed in one of the cockpit lockers with the rode attached. The rode is run from the anchor to the bow and firmly attached there. The remainder of the rode is kept with the anchor in the locker. Now here's the tricky part. A tag line (shown in red) is attached to the rode via a pulley which allows the rode to easily slip along the end of the tag line. The tag line is long enough to reach from the stern to the bow with a little extra to tie off to the stern and to remain slack when deployed. Deploying the Anchor You simply drop the anchor overboard from the cockpit and allow the rode to pay out until it begins to snug against the tag line. You then let the tag line pay out until the pulley reaches the bow, give it a little extra slack and then cleat off the cockpit end of the tag. Retrieving the Anchor To retrieve the anchor pull the tag line back into the cockpit until you can reach the anchor rode. Grab onto the rode and pull it back into the boat until the anchor is retrieved. -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From mark at whipplefamily.com Sat Oct 19 10:30:04 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 10:30:04 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: References: <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Can someone tell me the length of the chains? My boat did not come with them and raising the mast was a bit dicey. I'd like a little more side-to-side stability. Thanks, Mark Whipple S/V Tiny Dancer Boston, MA On Fri, Oct 18, 2019 at 7:40 PM ROGER PIHLAJA wrote: > Jesse, > > I would be worried about mold, water, and rodent damage if they were left > furled on the boat. I always take them off for the winter. It?s a good > time to inspect both sails. > > Roger Pihlaja > SV Dynamic Equilbrium > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Oct 18, 2019, at 3:26 PM, Jesse Shumaker < > jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com> wrote: > > > > ?I have the standard GB roller furler for the genoa. It slides into a > grove > > on the furler but it is secured in place with a screw at the top and a > screw > > at the bottom instead of being raised with a halyard. I had to take off > my > > genoa for cleaning last Saturday. I also had to remove the main sail > which > > requires some minor repair. After lowering the mast, I secured the jib > > furler bundle to the mast using the topping lift, and then removed the > whole > > mast, and jib bundle from the boat and put it on the grass. It's not > light > > when you have all of that bundled together and I had a couple of people > help > > me with moving the mast bundle down to the grass. Once it was on the > grass, > > I unfurled the genoa to remove it. For the main sail, I slid the furler > out > > of the mast, then unfurled it and unscrewed it for removal. > > > > I plan to keep the GB jib furler as long as it is working well. If I run > > into problems with that in the future then I may replace it with CDI or > some > > other system that makes it possible to take the jib off without lowering > the > > mast. > > > > A follow up question for the group: > > - Do you remove the jib for winter storage? > > - Do you remove the main sail for winter storage? > > > > I'll keep both sails off the boat this winter since they are already off, > > but I'm not sure about future years. > > > > I'm getting a mast down winter cover made by the local sailboat shop and > it > > would be nice to leave the sails on if I'm able to ensure the furled > sails > > are covered. Any suggestions on this? > > > > > > > > -- > > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From retiredtoby at gmail.com Sat Oct 19 12:17:18 2019 From: retiredtoby at gmail.com (Cary Tolbert) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 12:17:18 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: References: <1571427404627-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Mark, my chains are on my boat, but I think they are about 12 to 14 inches long. I stopped using the chains because though better than no chains the system left a lot to be desired as far as the distance the mast would swing. I saw my marina friend's system on his Catalina 22 MKII. So I rigged a quick and simple system that works well for me. Six feet up the mast I wrap and tie 18 foot of 1/4 inch line from the center of line length. Then I use duct tape to hold the wrap in place and attach the loose ends to the hand rails on the cabin top using a double half hitch knot, both port and starboard. I does not sway near as much as when I use the chain system. Cheap and easy to put up and take down. Hopefully this has not confused you too much. Cary Tolbert S/V Whisper Radford VA On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 10:30 AM Mark Whipple wrote: > Can someone tell me the length of the chains? My boat did not come with > them and raising the mast was a bit dicey. I'd like a little more > side-to-side stability. > > Thanks, > Mark Whipple > S/V Tiny Dancer > Boston, MA > > On Fri, Oct 18, 2019 at 7:40 PM ROGER PIHLAJA > wrote: > > > Jesse, > > > > I would be worried about mold, water, and rodent damage if they were left > > furled on the boat. I always take them off for the winter. It?s a good > > time to inspect both sails. > > > > Roger Pihlaja > > SV Dynamic Equilbrium > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > > > On Oct 18, 2019, at 3:26 PM, Jesse Shumaker < > > jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com> wrote: > > > > > > ?I have the standard GB roller furler for the genoa. It slides into a > > grove > > > on the furler but it is secured in place with a screw at the top and a > > screw > > > at the bottom instead of being raised with a halyard. I had to take > off > > my > > > genoa for cleaning last Saturday. I also had to remove the main sail > > which > > > requires some minor repair. After lowering the mast, I secured the jib > > > furler bundle to the mast using the topping lift, and then removed the > > whole > > > mast, and jib bundle from the boat and put it on the grass. It's not > > light > > > when you have all of that bundled together and I had a couple of people > > help > > > me with moving the mast bundle down to the grass. Once it was on the > > grass, > > > I unfurled the genoa to remove it. For the main sail, I slid the > furler > > out > > > of the mast, then unfurled it and unscrewed it for removal. > > > > > > I plan to keep the GB jib furler as long as it is working well. If I > run > > > into problems with that in the future then I may replace it with CDI or > > some > > > other system that makes it possible to take the jib off without > lowering > > the > > > mast. > > > > > > A follow up question for the group: > > > - Do you remove the jib for winter storage? > > > - Do you remove the main sail for winter storage? > > > > > > I'll keep both sails off the boat this winter since they are already > off, > > > but I'm not sure about future years. > > > > > > I'm getting a mast down winter cover made by the local sailboat shop > and > > it > > > would be nice to leave the sails on if I'm able to ensure the furled > > sails > > > are covered. Any suggestions on this? > > > > > > > > > > > > -- > > > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > > > From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Sat Oct 19 13:11:46 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 13:11:46 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: George, If you demonstrate this to the Coast Guard during a safety stop, I think they would tow your boat. Regards, Rick Lange On Fri, Oct 18, 2019 at 11:16 PM Gmorganflier wrote: > I?ve been going through the archives looking at all the interesting things > Rhodes discuss. I know there have been discussions about how to deploy an > anchor from the cockpit. I don?t recall reading about the idea below, so I > thought I?d share it. > There is a drawing which gos with the article which I will try to attach. > > George > S/V Knotty Lady > > ___________________________________________________________ > > > The Javit Anchor System > > One of our readers sent us an interesting idea on how to handle your anchor > particularly if you are single handing your boat or have kids on board. > > Mark Javit explained that his father Lewis developed this idea for several > reasons. He often went out either by himself or with his small kids and > didn't want to risk anyone falling overboard to set the anchor. He also > didn't want to scuff the fine mahogany finish on his foredeck. Lewis like > to fish and he like the mahogany. > > This is what Lewis Javit came up with. > > 62435511-75BE-45D8-8F17-DAD7664C131D.jpeg > < > http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/file/t909/62435511-75BE-45D8-8F17-DAD7664C131D.jpeg> > > > This picture shows the rode in mid-deployment or mid-retrieval. It is > important to fully deploy the anchor rode so your vessel is properly > anchored and secured in the proper orientation. > The Setup > > The anchor is stowed in one of the cockpit lockers with the rode attached. > The rode is run from the anchor to the bow and firmly attached there. The > remainder of the rode is kept with the anchor in the locker. > > Now here's the tricky part. A tag line (shown in red) is attached to the > rode via a pulley which allows the rode to easily slip along the end of the > tag line. The tag line is long enough to reach from the stern to the bow > with a little extra to tie off to the stern and to remain slack when > deployed. > > Deploying the Anchor > > You simply drop the anchor overboard from the cockpit and allow the rode to > pay out until it begins to snug against the tag line. You then let the tag > line pay out until the pulley reaches the bow, give it a little extra slack > and then cleat off the cockpit end of the tag. > > Retrieving the Anchor > > To retrieve the anchor pull the tag line back into the cockpit until you > can > reach the anchor rode. Grab onto the rode and pull it back into the boat > until the anchor is retrieved. > > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Sat Oct 19 16:54:07 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 13:54:07 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Hi Rick, I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four times. Can you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn about their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but don?t recall seeing any regulations on anchors. Thanks, George -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From retiredtoby at gmail.com Sat Oct 19 17:42:57 2019 From: retiredtoby at gmail.com (Cary Tolbert) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 17:42:57 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements for Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier wrote: > Hi Rick, > > I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four times. Can > you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor > deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn > about > their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but don?t > recall seeing any regulations on anchors. > > Thanks, > George > > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From peter at sunnybeeches.com Sat Oct 19 17:51:27 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 17:51:27 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <4CC8F6CD-0DEA-4757-94BE-2E7C32E6E75E@sunnybeeches.com> George, This approach sounds familiar. I think there may be something similar described somewhere in the archives, but that doesn?t mean it would be easy to find. I don?t see anything fundamentally wrong with the concept of the ?tag line?, but I?ve got concerns about how the anchor rode itself is to be managed. The rode is described as being ?firmly attached at the bow?, but when was it attached, and how much rode is there between the attachment point and the anchor (the scope)? However much has been allocated for the scope, there should be a lot more anchor rode available in reserve. Where is that? Is it secure? I don?t think the concept is unworkable, but there seem to still be details to be worked out. In my first year with my boat, I played around with deploying and retrieving from the cockpit, but found that it was much easier to deal with the anchor while standing on the bow. If you?re in an anchorage that?s so rough that you?re concerned for you safety on the bow, it?s not a very good anchorage. ?Peter > On Oct 18, 2019, at 11:26 PM, Gmorganflier wrote: > > I?ve been going through the archives looking at all the interesting things > Rhodes discuss. I know there have been discussions about how to deploy an > anchor from the cockpit. I don?t recall reading about the idea below, so I > thought I?d share it. > There is a drawing which gos with the article which I will try to attach. > > George > S/V Knotty Lady > > ___________________________________________________________ > > > The Javit Anchor System > > One of our readers sent us an interesting idea on how to handle your anchor > particularly if you are single handing your boat or have kids on board. > > Mark Javit explained that his father Lewis developed this idea for several > reasons. He often went out either by himself or with his small kids and > didn't want to risk anyone falling overboard to set the anchor. He also > didn't want to scuff the fine mahogany finish on his foredeck. Lewis like > to fish and he like the mahogany. > > This is what Lewis Javit came up with. > > 62435511-75BE-45D8-8F17-DAD7664C131D.jpeg > > > This picture shows the rode in mid-deployment or mid-retrieval. It is > important to fully deploy the anchor rode so your vessel is properly > anchored and secured in the proper orientation. > The Setup > > The anchor is stowed in one of the cockpit lockers with the rode attached. > The rode is run from the anchor to the bow and firmly attached there. The > remainder of the rode is kept with the anchor in the locker. > > Now here's the tricky part. A tag line (shown in red) is attached to the > rode via a pulley which allows the rode to easily slip along the end of the > tag line. The tag line is long enough to reach from the stern to the bow > with a little extra to tie off to the stern and to remain slack when > deployed. > > Deploying the Anchor > > You simply drop the anchor overboard from the cockpit and allow the rode to > pay out until it begins to snug against the tag line. You then let the tag > line pay out until the pulley reaches the bow, give it a little extra slack > and then cleat off the cockpit end of the tag. > > Retrieving the Anchor > > To retrieve the anchor pull the tag line back into the cockpit until you can > reach the anchor rode. Grab onto the rode and pull it back into the boat > until the anchor is retrieved. > > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From peter at sunnybeeches.com Sat Oct 19 17:54:01 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 17:54:01 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Cory, George was not suggesting anchoring from the stern in the sense you mean. In his scenario, the rode is secured at the bow. ?Peter > On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert wrote: > > George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements for > Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier > wrote: > >> Hi Rick, >> >> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four times. Can >> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor >> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn >> about >> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but don?t >> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. >> >> Thanks, >> George >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ >> From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Sat Oct 19 18:05:22 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 15:05:22 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1571522722213-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Thanks for the reply Ric...I agree anchoring from the stern would not be ideal, but the method I posted has the anchor connected to the bow as it should be. George -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From luis.guzman.ve at gmail.com Sat Oct 19 19:46:00 2019 From: luis.guzman.ve at gmail.com (Luis Guzman) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 19:46:00 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> Cary, I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method. The anchor is still attached to the bow. I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the anchor. Luis A. Guzm?n II http://www.TropicalMinds.com 941 580-1577 > On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert wrote: > > George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements for > Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier > wrote: > >> Hi Rick, >> >> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four times. Can >> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor >> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn >> about >> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but don?t >> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. >> >> Thanks, >> George >> >> >> >> >> -- >> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ >> From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Sat Oct 19 20:32:32 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Sat, 19 Oct 2019 19:32:32 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] lowering mast In-Reply-To: <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571335010099-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571358537344-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Thanks even after all these years it is good to have this list.! Chris Geankoplis On Thu, Oct 17, 2019 at 7:19 PM Jesse Shumaker < jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com> wrote: > See the attachments for a mast lowering checklist that I compiled using > information from past threads on the forum as well info from GB manuals. > Feel free to download, improve upon this and upload a better version. I > just lowered the mast last Saturday without any issues. The mast hoist > system is very helpful. Good luck! > > MastLoweringChecklist20191017.pdf > < > http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/file/t907/MastLoweringChecklist20191017.pdf> > > MastLoweringChecklist20191017.docx > < > http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/file/t907/MastLoweringChecklist20191017.docx> > > > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Sun Oct 20 15:37:12 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Sun, 20 Oct 2019 15:37:12 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> Message-ID: When you pull up the anchor from anywhere but the bow, regardless of where the bitter end of the rode is attached, you will swing the boat abeam of the waves. This is an all too common cause of swamping and even capsizing the boat. If you raise or lower the anchor from anywhere other than the security of sitting in the bow pulpit, you risk being pulled overboard. Regards, Rick Lange On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 7:46 PM Luis Guzman wrote: > Cary, > > I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method. The anchor is still > attached to the bow. > > I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the anchor. > > > Luis A. Guzm?n II > http://www.TropicalMinds.com > 941 580-1577 > > > On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert wrote: > > > > George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements for > > Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > > Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > > > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier > > wrote: > > > >> Hi Rick, > >> > >> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four times. > Can > >> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor > >> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn > >> about > >> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but don?t > >> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. > >> > >> Thanks, > >> George > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> -- > >> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > >> > > From blue66corvette at hotmail.com Sun Oct 20 20:46:02 2019 From: blue66corvette at hotmail.com (Charles Nieman) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 00:46:02 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com>, Message-ID: Is this a ?don?t ask me how I know? thing??? Sent from my iPhone Charles > On Oct 20, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Rick Lange wrote: > > When you pull up the anchor from anywhere but the bow, regardless of where > the bitter end of the rode is attached, you will swing the boat abeam of > the waves. This is an all too common cause of swamping and even capsizing > the boat. > > If you raise or lower the anchor from anywhere other than the security of > sitting in the bow pulpit, you risk being pulled overboard. > > Regards, > > Rick Lange > > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 7:46 PM Luis Guzman > wrote: > >> Cary, >> >> I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method. The anchor is still >> attached to the bow. >> >> I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the anchor. >> >> >> Luis A. Guzm?n II >> http://www.TropicalMinds.com >> 941 580-1577 >> >>> On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert wrote: >>> >>> George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements for >>> Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT >>> Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. >>> >>> On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier >>> wrote: >>> >>>> Hi Rick, >>>> >>>> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four times. >> Can >>>> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor >>>> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn >>>> about >>>> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but don?t >>>> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. >>>> >>>> Thanks, >>>> George >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> -- >>>> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ >>>> >> >> From allynb at adsne.com Sun Oct 20 21:21:00 2019 From: allynb at adsne.com (Allyn Baskerville) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 01:21:00 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 Message-ID: It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, but I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container like what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What is an acceptable replacement? 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, and I need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It doesn't look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't see a way to access it to do this. Any help? 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa has had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes sails? 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light wires are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? Thanks - Baker 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? From peter at sunnybeeches.com Sun Oct 20 22:45:59 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Sun, 20 Oct 2019 22:45:59 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <7E6E5717-0BD9-4FA7-9603-A248828DE839@sunnybeeches.com> Allyn (or Baker), Welcome to Rhodes 22 world. That is a lot of questions. I?ll take a poke at a few of them, but first? Since you found this list, I?ll assume you found the home website (rhodes22.org). There?s a FAQ section there that has a lot of nicely categorized information. Also, the history of this email list going back to 2002 is browsable and searchable (rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/). 1) The two small solar panels that I?m assuming came with your boat are enough for most people. The simplest thing to do would be to try to replace your cracked units with similar ones. I, for better or worse, am not ?most people? when it comes to my Rhodes 22, so while I have installed a 100 watt panel, I found that was not enough, so now I have 2 of them. I make YouTube videos about my boat which you should be able to find by searching for ?s/v Silverheels?. For solar installation info, look for episodes 29 and 60. 3) Why do think you need a bilge pump? I do a lot of cruising, and I don?t have a bilge pump. I do get some water in the bilge. I?m pretty sure that for the most part it comes in from the deck/hull joint when I bury the rail. I try not to bury the rail, but when I do, a few minutes with a sponge and a bucket takes care of the problem. I could go on, but? most people who do install bilge pumps do tie them in to the sink drain with a ?Tee? fitting of some sort. I?m not sure what you mean when you say that ?no floor panels lift out?. The entire interior of the Rhodes 22 cabin can be removed. You just need to keep removing screws. 4) I?m not sure about the spreaders. There?s a bolt that goes through the mast that holds the base of both spreaders in place. I don?t see how one could be loose without the other. In any event, tying the spreaders down when moving the boat is SOP, so the previous owner did nothing wrong or unusual in this regard. 5) I don?t see why the water line to sink would be in any way inaccessible, but I?ll use this as an opportunity to point out that not all Rhodes 22?s are identical. It would be helpful to know if your boat has a fully enclosed head (i.e. has a door), or a semi-enclosed head (i.e. does not have a door). 6) Most Rhodes sails have been made by Doyle Sails. I can personally recommend Chris Howes as a contact (chowes at doylesails.com). 7) There is no headliner in the usual sense. General Boats prides itself on the number of molds used in the construction of the boat. The entire visible interior surface is the product of one of those molds. Nothing in the overhead or sides of the cabin is accessible. Fortunately, I doubt the anchor light wiring is in these inaccessible spaces. Unfortunately, although you can probably get to the anchor light wires, you would probably have to disassemble most of the cabin to do so. This is probably less work than you imagine. 8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well. So, there?s that. But we tend to be a reasonably sociable group here on the Rhodes 22 list (that?s why there?s a list), and we?re all left wondering about you, and your boat. And believe me, we care about both. A little more background information would be appreciated. Peter Nyberg Coventry, CT s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > On Oct 20, 2019, at 9:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, but I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container like what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What is an acceptable replacement? > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, and I need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It doesn't look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't see a way to access it to do this. Any help? > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa has had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes sails? > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light wires are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > Thanks - Baker > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > From tvpolise at aol.com Mon Oct 21 08:17:24 2019 From: tvpolise at aol.com (Thomas Polise) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 08:17:24 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <7E6E5717-0BD9-4FA7-9603-A248828DE839@sunnybeeches.com> References: <7E6E5717-0BD9-4FA7-9603-A248828DE839@sunnybeeches.com> Message-ID: Peter, do you know where to get replacement solar panels to match those provided by GB? > On Oct 20, 2019, at 10:45 PM, Peter Nyberg wrote: > > Allyn (or Baker), > > Welcome to Rhodes 22 world. That is a lot of questions. I?ll take a poke at a few of them, but first? > > Since you found this list, I?ll assume you found the home website (rhodes22.org). There?s a FAQ section there that has a lot of nicely categorized information. Also, the history of this email list going back to 2002 is browsable and searchable (rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/). > > 1) The two small solar panels that I?m assuming came with your boat are enough for most people. The simplest thing to do would be to try to replace your cracked units with similar ones. I, for better or worse, am not ?most people? when it comes to my Rhodes 22, so while I have installed a 100 watt panel, I found that was not enough, so now I have 2 of them. I make YouTube videos about my boat which you should be able to find by searching for ?s/v Silverheels?. For solar installation info, look for episodes 29 and 60. > > 3) Why do think you need a bilge pump? I do a lot of cruising, and I don?t have a bilge pump. I do get some water in the bilge. I?m pretty sure that for the most part it comes in from the deck/hull joint when I bury the rail. I try not to bury the rail, but when I do, a few minutes with a sponge and a bucket takes care of the problem. I could go on, but? most people who do install bilge pumps do tie them in to the sink drain with a ?Tee? fitting of some sort. I?m not sure what you mean when you say that ?no floor panels lift out?. The entire interior of the Rhodes 22 cabin can be removed. You just need to keep removing screws. > > 4) I?m not sure about the spreaders. There?s a bolt that goes through the mast that holds the base of both spreaders in place. I don?t see how one could be loose without the other. In any event, tying the spreaders down when moving the boat is SOP, so the previous owner did nothing wrong or unusual in this regard. > > 5) I don?t see why the water line to sink would be in any way inaccessible, but I?ll use this as an opportunity to point out that not all Rhodes 22?s are identical. It would be helpful to know if your boat has a fully enclosed head (i.e. has a door), or a semi-enclosed head (i.e. does not have a door). > > 6) Most Rhodes sails have been made by Doyle Sails. I can personally recommend Chris Howes as a contact (chowes at doylesails.com). > > 7) There is no headliner in the usual sense. General Boats prides itself on the number of molds used in the construction of the boat. The entire visible interior surface is the product of one of those molds. Nothing in the overhead or sides of the cabin is accessible. Fortunately, I doubt the anchor light wiring is in these inaccessible spaces. Unfortunately, although you can probably get to the anchor light wires, you would probably have to disassemble most of the cabin to do so. This is probably less work than you imagine. > > 8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well. > > > So, there?s that. But we tend to be a reasonably sociable group here on the Rhodes 22 list (that?s why there?s a list), and we?re all left wondering about you, and your boat. And believe me, we care about both. A little more background information would be appreciated. > > Peter Nyberg > Coventry, CT > s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > > > >> On Oct 20, 2019, at 9:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: >> >> It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, but I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. >> >> 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? >> 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container like what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What is an acceptable replacement? >> 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, and I need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. >> 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It doesn't look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? >> 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't see a way to access it to do this. Any help? >> 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa has had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes sails? >> 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light wires are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? >> >> Thanks - Baker >> 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? >> > From allynb at adsne.com Mon Oct 21 10:42:25 2019 From: allynb at adsne.com (Allyn Baskerville) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 14:42:25 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <7E6E5717-0BD9-4FA7-9603-A248828DE839@sunnybeeches.com> References: <7E6E5717-0BD9-4FA7-9603-A248828DE839@sunnybeeches.com> Message-ID: Thanks for the great info, Peter. Yeah, I use Baker for my online presence. I missed the searchable area, so I'll check that out. 1) I'll check our your videos. 3) I'm planning on doing some coastal cruising next summer for a month in the Pacific Northwest, so regarding the bilge pump, it's to ensure there aren't problems. I think a lot of boats in this size don't have bilge pumps, but I don't want problems. 4) I'll look at the spreaders again tonight. 5) and 7) This has a fully enclosed head. I wasn't aware this could be taken apart. I'll pull back some of the carpet and look around for screws. 6) Thanks for the POC at Doyle. Thanks again. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Peter Nyberg Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2019 9:46 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 Allyn (or Baker), Welcome to Rhodes 22 world. That is a lot of questions. I?ll take a poke at a few of them, but first? Since you found this list, I?ll assume you found the home website (rhodes22.org). There?s a FAQ section there that has a lot of nicely categorized information. Also, the history of this email list going back to 2002 is browsable and searchable (rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/). 1) The two small solar panels that I?m assuming came with your boat are enough for most people. The simplest thing to do would be to try to replace your cracked units with similar ones. I, for better or worse, am not ?most people? when it comes to my Rhodes 22, so while I have installed a 100 watt panel, I found that was not enough, so now I have 2 of them. I make YouTube videos about my boat which you should be able to find by searching for ?s/v Silverheels?. For solar installation info, look for episodes 29 and 60. 3) Why do think you need a bilge pump? I do a lot of cruising, and I don?t have a bilge pump. I do get some water in the bilge. I?m pretty sure that for the most part it comes in from the deck/hull joint when I bury the rail. I try not to bury the rail, but when I do, a few minutes with a sponge and a bucket takes care of the problem. I could go on, but? most people who do install bilge pumps do tie them in to the sink drain with a ?Tee? fitting of some sort. I?m not sure what you mean when you say that ?no floor panels lift out?. The entire interior of the Rhodes 22 cabin can be removed. You just need to keep removing screws. 4) I?m not sure about the spreaders. There?s a bolt that goes through the mast that holds the base of both spreaders in place. I don?t see how one could be loose without the other. In any event, tying the spreaders down when moving the boat is SOP, so the previous owner did nothing wrong or unusual in this regard. 5) I don?t see why the water line to sink would be in any way inaccessible, but I?ll use this as an opportunity to point out that not all Rhodes 22?s are identical. It would be helpful to know if your boat has a fully enclosed head (i.e. has a door), or a semi-enclosed head (i.e. does not have a door). 6) Most Rhodes sails have been made by Doyle Sails. I can personally recommend Chris Howes as a contact (chowes at doylesails.com). 7) There is no headliner in the usual sense. General Boats prides itself on the number of molds used in the construction of the boat. The entire visible interior surface is the product of one of those molds. Nothing in the overhead or sides of the cabin is accessible. Fortunately, I doubt the anchor light wiring is in these inaccessible spaces. Unfortunately, although you can probably get to the anchor light wires, you would probably have to disassemble most of the cabin to do so. This is probably less work than you imagine. 8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well. So, there?s that. But we tend to be a reasonably sociable group here on the Rhodes 22 list (that?s why there?s a list), and we?re all left wondering about you, and your boat. And believe me, we care about both. A little more background information would be appreciated. Peter Nyberg Coventry, CT s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > On Oct 20, 2019, at 9:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, but I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container like what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What is an acceptable replacement? > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, and I need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It doesn't look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't see a way to access it to do this. Any help? > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa has had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes sails? > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light wires are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > Thanks - Baker > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > From blue66corvette at hotmail.com Mon Oct 21 10:54:47 2019 From: blue66corvette at hotmail.com (Charles Nieman) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 14:54:47 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I have a 98 Rhodes and the water storage tank is exactly as you describe, blue plastic storage container off the shelf at Walmart or something. I think that is General Boats original from those days. Sent from my iPhone Charles Nieman > On Oct 20, 2019, at 8:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, but I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container like what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What is an acceptable replacement? > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, and I need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It doesn't look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't see a way to access it to do this. Any help? > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa has had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes sails? > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light wires are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > Thanks - Baker > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > From stan at generalboats.com Mon Oct 21 11:43:00 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 11:43:00 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report Message-ID: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> In my 50 years with the Rhodes I have long since been conditioned to some sloppy outside reporting now and then, and having better things to do, let them go. Things like reporting to the List that the Rhodes uses a Dwyer mast.? Why bother; the misled will find out on their own.? Peter's reporting has been accurate so I suppose his getting sloppy has moved me enough to comment.??? Peter, before your definitive reporting, I don't recall your checking with me before going to press: ("8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well.") stan From mark at whipplefamily.com Mon Oct 21 12:46:52 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 12:46:52 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hi Stephen, It's great to have another R22 owner close by! I belong to Savin Hill YC in Dorchester and that's where my mooring is located. SHYC is fortunate to have a yard where I can store the boat over the winter. Unfortunately I'll be paying storage for two boats until I sell my 30' Nimble yawl. My boat is currently in the water although I really hope to haul it out this weekend. Engine troubles have caused some delays, but I hope to install a new starter relay and carburetor this week. I've made a few short sails between the SHYC docks and my mooring. For me it's a little like sailing a dinghy again! That's a good thing. I'm sure I'll be in touch. It would be great to take a look at your boat to compare. Thanks again, Mark Whipple S/V Tiny Dancer Milton, MA On Mon, Oct 14, 2019 at 8:47 AM Stephen Staum wrote: > Hey Mark. I know your boat. When my friend Ed was looking to buy a > sailboat a few years back we looked at a Rhodes 22 at a club in Everett, > MA. It had wheel steering, an inboard w sail drive & a self tending jib. It > was above his budget so he passed on it. A couple of years later, the same > boat showed up on a neighboring mooring where I was based at Squantum Yacht > Club in Quincy (off Wollaston Beach). We were neighbors for several years > but I never got to sail on this unique boat. Maybe now I get another > chance. This year I moved my Rhodes to Hingham Shipyard Marina due to the > low tide delays at Squantum Yacht club. Where are you sailing out of? > > I have owned a Rhodes 22 since 2003 so can help you with anything you need > assistance with. I will be floating until November if you want to get out > on a Rhodes before next season. > > Stephen Staum > s/v Carol Lee 2 > Needham, MA > 781-704-1037 (cell) > > On Wed, Oct 9, 2019 at 10:40 PM Mark Whipple > wrote: > > > Hi folks, > > > > I'm jumping on the bandwagon to tell you about my first sail on my R22! > > This is a long post so only read it if you have the time to be > (hopefully!) > > entertained for a bit. > > > > I purchased this boat at the beginning of July in a town in central > > Massachusetts. For a variety of reasons I did not launch this boat until > > 10/1. I a some fun stories about raising the mast for the first time but > > I'll save that for another time. > > > > I currently own three sailboats, as long as you don't count the two > > dinghies that can also sail. My largest boat, a Nimble 30 yawl designed > by > > Ted Brewer, is currently for sale. I really love the boat but I wanted to > > downsize as I approach retirement. I did not launch the Nimble this year > > although she was in the water last year. My third boat is a Com-pac 16 > that > > lives most of the time on Cape Cod. This year I was granted a mooring in > > Pleasant Bay on the Chatham/Harwich/Orleans border. > > > > I wanted to downsize from the Nimble 30 to sailboat on a trailer and > after > > some research it seemed the Rhodes 22 was a good fit for me. I came close > > to purchasing a Seaward 25' but I'm very glad I ended up with the R22 > > instead. Currently I own a RAV4 Ltd with towing package, and I will be > > using that vehicle to launch and haul Tiny Dancer at my boat club on > Boston > > Harbor. The long term plan is to replace the RAV 4 with Highlander that > can > > tow the R22 on the highway. BTW this R22 is a little unique: she has > wheel > > steering, a self-tending jib with a Hoyt jib boom and an internal 15 hp. > > gas engine with a Saildrive underneath. She will soon receive the name > > "Tiny Dancer." > > > > After hauling the Compac 16 on 9/14 I then set my sights on launching the > > R22. I at least wanted to have a test run before the winter. I'm a middle > > school technology teacher and I had two days off from school on 9/30 and > > 10/1. I first tried to launch the boat on Mon. 9/30 (we had raised the > mast > > a couple of weeks earlier). Unfortunately we ran out of time. It was a > plus > > tide so the boat yard became partially flooded at high tide. Getting the > > tongue extension to come out took quite a bit of time and effort and was > > the main cause for our delay in launching. > > > > The next day a friend and I went down closer to low tide and tried to > > launch the boat. We were on the boat club's main ramp which is long and > > fairly flat. Unfortunately it was too flat. It didn't look like we were > > going to get deep enough to launch until I backed up just a bit more and > > the trailer seemed to fall into a hole on one side. Then the boat floated > > off. Later analysis suggests that I either backed into a big hole in the > > ram or I actually went off the end of the paved ramp. > > > > Once the boat was floating I started the engine. It ran but didn't idle > and > > would stall when I put the boat in gear. I decided I would just haul the > > boat back out and be done with it until next year. However by this point > I > > couldn't get the trailer in deep enough because now the water was much > > higher. Boston Harbor typically has tides around 9 - 10 ft., but this > tide > > was close to 12 ft. It even flooded the main artery road next to the boat > > club. I knew even if I could, I shouldn't put the trailer back in as far > as > > I did when launching. There was a good chance of causing damage to the > > trailer if I tried to pull it past some kind of obstruction with a 3100 > lb > > boat on it. > > > > The boat sat on the floating dock near the launch ramp overnight. I came > > back the next day and the direction of the wind was now much more > favorable > > for sailing to the club dock or even my mooring. The forecast said NNE > > winds 10-15 kts gusts to 20 kts. I don't think I saw whitecaps but it was > > pretty breezy. > > > > My first sail was getting the boat from the launch doc to the leeward > side > > of the club doc. After that it got too dark to get out to my mooring - > > especially because I wasn't certain where the mooring had been dropped > this > > year. When heading to the main dock had just the bare minimum of jib and > > main out, in part because I was sailing almost dead downwind. I reached > the > > dock and immediately realized my boat would be much better off on the > > leeward side (the dock was essentially perpendicular to the wind). > > > > I got the boat around to the other side of the dock but had trouble > tacking > > (because now the dock was upwind) so I turned the boat by gybing. > > Eventually I realized I needed to roll out more main, but by that time I > > had got the boat on a good tack which let me land it on the dock. A bow > > line, stern line, springer lead from the bow cleat and a couple big > fenders > > secured her until I could get back to move her to the mooring. Of course > I > > never found my mooring but picked up another that wasn't in use. > > > > I hope to haul Tiny Dancer on the trailer this coming Monday (Columbus > > Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day). I've been told there's a second ramp at my > > boat club that is twice the slope of the main ramp. The secondary ramp > has > > no dock, so the logistics promise to get interesting, especially if I > can't > > rely on the engine. Updates to follow! > > > > Looking forward to learning much more about this boat! > > > > Take care, > > > > Mark Whipple > > S/V Tiny Dancer > > Boston, MA > > > -- > Stephen Staum > Pariser Industries, Inc. > From mark at whipplefamily.com Mon Oct 21 12:49:19 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 12:49:19 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: <1571055723214-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1570727470325-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571055723214-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Thanks, George. That is reassuring. I've been using my RAV4 to move the boat around the boat yard so I figured it would OK on the ramp. My boat club just repaired the ramp I need to use so I'm hopeful I can haul out this weekend. The main ramp at the club has a much flatter slope which doesn't work for my trailer even with the extension. Take care, Mark On Mon, Oct 14, 2019 at 8:22 AM Gmorganflier wrote: > I have a 2010 Rav4 with a 6 engine cylinder and towing package. It has no > problem pulling my R22 up the ramp. > > George > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From snstaum at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 12:54:36 2019 From: snstaum at gmail.com (Stephen Staum) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 12:54:36 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: That?s a great club. Several former Squantum YC members are there & I am actually on the waiting list for next year although I will probably stay at the Hingham Shipyard Marina. I will be floating into November so let me know if you want to get out this year or if you need a hand with bringing yours in. Stephen On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 12:46 PM Mark Whipple wrote: > Hi Stephen, > > It's great to have another R22 owner close by! I belong to Savin Hill YC in > Dorchester and that's where my mooring is located. SHYC is fortunate to > have a yard where I can store the boat over the winter. Unfortunately I'll > be paying storage for two boats until I sell my 30' Nimble yawl. > > My boat is currently in the water although I really hope to haul it out > this weekend. Engine troubles have caused some delays, but I hope to > install a new starter relay and carburetor this week. I've made a few short > sails between the SHYC docks and my mooring. For me it's a little like > sailing a dinghy again! That's a good thing. > > I'm sure I'll be in touch. It would be great to take a look at your boat to > compare. > > Thanks again, > > Mark Whipple > S/V Tiny Dancer > Milton, MA > > On Mon, Oct 14, 2019 at 8:47 AM Stephen Staum wrote: > > > Hey Mark. I know your boat. When my friend Ed was looking to buy a > > sailboat a few years back we looked at a Rhodes 22 at a club in Everett, > > MA. It had wheel steering, an inboard w sail drive & a self tending jib. > It > > was above his budget so he passed on it. A couple of years later, the > same > > boat showed up on a neighboring mooring where I was based at Squantum > Yacht > > Club in Quincy (off Wollaston Beach). We were neighbors for several years > > but I never got to sail on this unique boat. Maybe now I get another > > chance. This year I moved my Rhodes to Hingham Shipyard Marina due to the > > low tide delays at Squantum Yacht club. Where are you sailing out of? > > > > I have owned a Rhodes 22 since 2003 so can help you with anything you > need > > assistance with. I will be floating until November if you want to get out > > on a Rhodes before next season. > > > > Stephen Staum > > s/v Carol Lee 2 > > Needham, MA > > 781-704-1037 (cell) > > > > On Wed, Oct 9, 2019 at 10:40 PM Mark Whipple > > wrote: > > > > > Hi folks, > > > > > > I'm jumping on the bandwagon to tell you about my first sail on my R22! > > > This is a long post so only read it if you have the time to be > > (hopefully!) > > > entertained for a bit. > > > > > > I purchased this boat at the beginning of July in a town in central > > > Massachusetts. For a variety of reasons I did not launch this boat > until > > > 10/1. I a some fun stories about raising the mast for the first time > but > > > I'll save that for another time. > > > > > > I currently own three sailboats, as long as you don't count the two > > > dinghies that can also sail. My largest boat, a Nimble 30 yawl designed > > by > > > Ted Brewer, is currently for sale. I really love the boat but I wanted > to > > > downsize as I approach retirement. I did not launch the Nimble this > year > > > although she was in the water last year. My third boat is a Com-pac 16 > > that > > > lives most of the time on Cape Cod. This year I was granted a mooring > in > > > Pleasant Bay on the Chatham/Harwich/Orleans border. > > > > > > I wanted to downsize from the Nimble 30 to sailboat on a trailer and > > after > > > some research it seemed the Rhodes 22 was a good fit for me. I came > close > > > to purchasing a Seaward 25' but I'm very glad I ended up with the R22 > > > instead. Currently I own a RAV4 Ltd with towing package, and I will be > > > using that vehicle to launch and haul Tiny Dancer at my boat club on > > Boston > > > Harbor. The long term plan is to replace the RAV 4 with Highlander that > > can > > > tow the R22 on the highway. BTW this R22 is a little unique: she has > > wheel > > > steering, a self-tending jib with a Hoyt jib boom and an internal 15 > hp. > > > gas engine with a Saildrive underneath. She will soon receive the name > > > "Tiny Dancer." > > > > > > After hauling the Compac 16 on 9/14 I then set my sights on launching > the > > > R22. I at least wanted to have a test run before the winter. I'm a > middle > > > school technology teacher and I had two days off from school on 9/30 > and > > > 10/1. I first tried to launch the boat on Mon. 9/30 (we had raised the > > mast > > > a couple of weeks earlier). Unfortunately we ran out of time. It was a > > plus > > > tide so the boat yard became partially flooded at high tide. Getting > the > > > tongue extension to come out took quite a bit of time and effort and > was > > > the main cause for our delay in launching. > > > > > > The next day a friend and I went down closer to low tide and tried to > > > launch the boat. We were on the boat club's main ramp which is long and > > > fairly flat. Unfortunately it was too flat. It didn't look like we were > > > going to get deep enough to launch until I backed up just a bit more > and > > > the trailer seemed to fall into a hole on one side. Then the boat > floated > > > off. Later analysis suggests that I either backed into a big hole in > the > > > ram or I actually went off the end of the paved ramp. > > > > > > Once the boat was floating I started the engine. It ran but didn't idle > > and > > > would stall when I put the boat in gear. I decided I would just haul > the > > > boat back out and be done with it until next year. However by this > point > > I > > > couldn't get the trailer in deep enough because now the water was much > > > higher. Boston Harbor typically has tides around 9 - 10 ft., but this > > tide > > > was close to 12 ft. It even flooded the main artery road next to the > boat > > > club. I knew even if I could, I shouldn't put the trailer back in as > far > > as > > > I did when launching. There was a good chance of causing damage to the > > > trailer if I tried to pull it past some kind of obstruction with a 3100 > > lb > > > boat on it. > > > > > > The boat sat on the floating dock near the launch ramp overnight. I > came > > > back the next day and the direction of the wind was now much more > > favorable > > > for sailing to the club dock or even my mooring. The forecast said NNE > > > winds 10-15 kts gusts to 20 kts. I don't think I saw whitecaps but it > was > > > pretty breezy. > > > > > > My first sail was getting the boat from the launch doc to the leeward > > side > > > of the club doc. After that it got too dark to get out to my mooring - > > > especially because I wasn't certain where the mooring had been dropped > > this > > > year. When heading to the main dock had just the bare minimum of jib > and > > > main out, in part because I was sailing almost dead downwind. I reached > > the > > > dock and immediately realized my boat would be much better off on the > > > leeward side (the dock was essentially perpendicular to the wind). > > > > > > I got the boat around to the other side of the dock but had trouble > > tacking > > > (because now the dock was upwind) so I turned the boat by gybing. > > > Eventually I realized I needed to roll out more main, but by that time > I > > > had got the boat on a good tack which let me land it on the dock. A bow > > > line, stern line, springer lead from the bow cleat and a couple big > > fenders > > > secured her until I could get back to move her to the mooring. Of > course > > I > > > never found my mooring but picked up another that wasn't in use. > > > > > > I hope to haul Tiny Dancer on the trailer this coming Monday (Columbus > > > Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day). I've been told there's a second ramp at > my > > > boat club that is twice the slope of the main ramp. The secondary ramp > > has > > > no dock, so the logistics promise to get interesting, especially if I > > can't > > > rely on the engine. Updates to follow! > > > > > > Looking forward to learning much more about this boat! > > > > > > Take care, > > > > > > Mark Whipple > > > S/V Tiny Dancer > > > Boston, MA > > > > > -- > > Stephen Staum > > Pariser Industries, Inc. > > > -- Stephen Staum Pariser Industries, Inc. From alexis.seigneurin at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 13:02:42 2019 From: alexis.seigneurin at gmail.com (Alexis Seigneurin) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:02:42 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report In-Reply-To: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> References: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> Message-ID: This constant anger is annoying. This brings absolutely nothing interesting to this list, which is sad because the discussions are usually of interest. My 2 cents. No response needed. Alexis ________________________________ From: Rhodes22-list on behalf of stan Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 11:43 AM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report In my 50 years with the Rhodes I have long since been conditioned to some sloppy outside reporting now and then, and having better things to do, let them go. Things like reporting to the List that the Rhodes uses a Dwyer mast. Why bother; the misled will find out on their own. Peter's reporting has been accurate so I suppose his getting sloppy has moved me enough to comment. Peter, before your definitive reporting, I don't recall your checking with me before going to press: ("8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well.") stan From mark at whipplefamily.com Mon Oct 21 13:11:37 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:11:37 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] ANOTHER first sail on my R22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thanks, Stephen. I appreciate it. We have a bunch of members at SHYC who just belong so they can store their boat there. It's much cheaper than a marina. Now I just have to talk my wife into letting me store my R22 in my back yard. Of course, the fact that the ComPac 16 is already there might be an issue. Mark On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 12:54 PM Stephen Staum wrote: > That?s a great club. Several former Squantum YC members are there & I am > actually on the waiting list for next year although I will probably stay at > the Hingham Shipyard Marina. I will be floating into November so let me > know if you want to get out this year or if you need a hand with bringing > yours in. > > Stephen > > On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 12:46 PM Mark Whipple > wrote: > > > Hi Stephen, > > > > It's great to have another R22 owner close by! I belong to Savin Hill YC > in > > Dorchester and that's where my mooring is located. SHYC is fortunate to > > have a yard where I can store the boat over the winter. Unfortunately > I'll > > be paying storage for two boats until I sell my 30' Nimble yawl. > > > > My boat is currently in the water although I really hope to haul it out > > this weekend. Engine troubles have caused some delays, but I hope to > > install a new starter relay and carburetor this week. I've made a few > short > > sails between the SHYC docks and my mooring. For me it's a little like > > sailing a dinghy again! That's a good thing. > > > > I'm sure I'll be in touch. It would be great to take a look at your boat > to > > compare. > > > > Thanks again, > > > > Mark Whipple > > S/V Tiny Dancer > > Milton, MA > > > > On Mon, Oct 14, 2019 at 8:47 AM Stephen Staum wrote: > > > > > Hey Mark. I know your boat. When my friend Ed was looking to buy a > > > sailboat a few years back we looked at a Rhodes 22 at a club in > Everett, > > > MA. It had wheel steering, an inboard w sail drive & a self tending > jib. > > It > > > was above his budget so he passed on it. A couple of years later, the > > same > > > boat showed up on a neighboring mooring where I was based at Squantum > > Yacht > > > Club in Quincy (off Wollaston Beach). We were neighbors for several > years > > > but I never got to sail on this unique boat. Maybe now I get another > > > chance. This year I moved my Rhodes to Hingham Shipyard Marina due to > the > > > low tide delays at Squantum Yacht club. Where are you sailing out of? > > > > > > I have owned a Rhodes 22 since 2003 so can help you with anything you > > need > > > assistance with. I will be floating until November if you want to get > out > > > on a Rhodes before next season. > > > > > > Stephen Staum > > > s/v Carol Lee 2 > > > Needham, MA > > > 781-704-1037 (cell) > > > > > > On Wed, Oct 9, 2019 at 10:40 PM Mark Whipple > > > wrote: > > > > > > > Hi folks, > > > > > > > > I'm jumping on the bandwagon to tell you about my first sail on my > R22! > > > > This is a long post so only read it if you have the time to be > > > (hopefully!) > > > > entertained for a bit. > > > > > > > > I purchased this boat at the beginning of July in a town in central > > > > Massachusetts. For a variety of reasons I did not launch this boat > > until > > > > 10/1. I a some fun stories about raising the mast for the first time > > but > > > > I'll save that for another time. > > > > > > > > I currently own three sailboats, as long as you don't count the two > > > > dinghies that can also sail. My largest boat, a Nimble 30 yawl > designed > > > by > > > > Ted Brewer, is currently for sale. I really love the boat but I > wanted > > to > > > > downsize as I approach retirement. I did not launch the Nimble this > > year > > > > although she was in the water last year. My third boat is a Com-pac > 16 > > > that > > > > lives most of the time on Cape Cod. This year I was granted a mooring > > in > > > > Pleasant Bay on the Chatham/Harwich/Orleans border. > > > > > > > > I wanted to downsize from the Nimble 30 to sailboat on a trailer and > > > after > > > > some research it seemed the Rhodes 22 was a good fit for me. I came > > close > > > > to purchasing a Seaward 25' but I'm very glad I ended up with the R22 > > > > instead. Currently I own a RAV4 Ltd with towing package, and I will > be > > > > using that vehicle to launch and haul Tiny Dancer at my boat club on > > > Boston > > > > Harbor. The long term plan is to replace the RAV 4 with Highlander > that > > > can > > > > tow the R22 on the highway. BTW this R22 is a little unique: she has > > > wheel > > > > steering, a self-tending jib with a Hoyt jib boom and an internal 15 > > hp. > > > > gas engine with a Saildrive underneath. She will soon receive the > name > > > > "Tiny Dancer." > > > > > > > > After hauling the Compac 16 on 9/14 I then set my sights on launching > > the > > > > R22. I at least wanted to have a test run before the winter. I'm a > > middle > > > > school technology teacher and I had two days off from school on 9/30 > > and > > > > 10/1. I first tried to launch the boat on Mon. 9/30 (we had raised > the > > > mast > > > > a couple of weeks earlier). Unfortunately we ran out of time. It was > a > > > plus > > > > tide so the boat yard became partially flooded at high tide. Getting > > the > > > > tongue extension to come out took quite a bit of time and effort and > > was > > > > the main cause for our delay in launching. > > > > > > > > The next day a friend and I went down closer to low tide and tried to > > > > launch the boat. We were on the boat club's main ramp which is long > and > > > > fairly flat. Unfortunately it was too flat. It didn't look like we > were > > > > going to get deep enough to launch until I backed up just a bit more > > and > > > > the trailer seemed to fall into a hole on one side. Then the boat > > floated > > > > off. Later analysis suggests that I either backed into a big hole in > > the > > > > ram or I actually went off the end of the paved ramp. > > > > > > > > Once the boat was floating I started the engine. It ran but didn't > idle > > > and > > > > would stall when I put the boat in gear. I decided I would just haul > > the > > > > boat back out and be done with it until next year. However by this > > point > > > I > > > > couldn't get the trailer in deep enough because now the water was > much > > > > higher. Boston Harbor typically has tides around 9 - 10 ft., but this > > > tide > > > > was close to 12 ft. It even flooded the main artery road next to the > > boat > > > > club. I knew even if I could, I shouldn't put the trailer back in as > > far > > > as > > > > I did when launching. There was a good chance of causing damage to > the > > > > trailer if I tried to pull it past some kind of obstruction with a > 3100 > > > lb > > > > boat on it. > > > > > > > > The boat sat on the floating dock near the launch ramp overnight. I > > came > > > > back the next day and the direction of the wind was now much more > > > favorable > > > > for sailing to the club dock or even my mooring. The forecast said > NNE > > > > winds 10-15 kts gusts to 20 kts. I don't think I saw whitecaps but it > > was > > > > pretty breezy. > > > > > > > > My first sail was getting the boat from the launch doc to the leeward > > > side > > > > of the club doc. After that it got too dark to get out to my mooring > - > > > > especially because I wasn't certain where the mooring had been > dropped > > > this > > > > year. When heading to the main dock had just the bare minimum of jib > > and > > > > main out, in part because I was sailing almost dead downwind. I > reached > > > the > > > > dock and immediately realized my boat would be much better off on the > > > > leeward side (the dock was essentially perpendicular to the wind). > > > > > > > > I got the boat around to the other side of the dock but had trouble > > > tacking > > > > (because now the dock was upwind) so I turned the boat by gybing. > > > > Eventually I realized I needed to roll out more main, but by that > time > > I > > > > had got the boat on a good tack which let me land it on the dock. A > bow > > > > line, stern line, springer lead from the bow cleat and a couple big > > > fenders > > > > secured her until I could get back to move her to the mooring. Of > > course > > > I > > > > never found my mooring but picked up another that wasn't in use. > > > > > > > > I hope to haul Tiny Dancer on the trailer this coming Monday > (Columbus > > > > Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day). I've been told there's a second ramp at > > my > > > > boat club that is twice the slope of the main ramp. The secondary > ramp > > > has > > > > no dock, so the logistics promise to get interesting, especially if I > > > can't > > > > rely on the engine. Updates to follow! > > > > > > > > Looking forward to learning much more about this boat! > > > > > > > > Take care, > > > > > > > > Mark Whipple > > > > S/V Tiny Dancer > > > > Boston, MA > > > > > > > -- > > > Stephen Staum > > > Pariser Industries, Inc. > > > > > > -- > Stephen Staum > Pariser Industries, Inc. > From mark at whipplefamily.com Mon Oct 21 14:32:45 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 14:32:45 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard noise In-Reply-To: References: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> Message-ID: I was on my boat at my mooring recently, and heard the centerboard bang each time the boat rolled. The current had the boat facing approx. SE. There were some small rollers coming in from the NE. The result is the boat was taking the rollers on the port side roughly amidships. Each roll the centerboard bumped to one side or the other. Two questions: - Is this normal, or do I need to plan some sort of repair (centerboard pivot)? - Do you leave your CB down when you're on a mooring? I did so to decrease the side-to-side rolling of the boat, but I also had the rudder up because I have a wheel and I haven't yet taken the time to lash it down (no wheel lock). The boat is a 2000 so I believe I have a diamond CB. TIA for your thoughts. For me, this list was a big selling point for the Rhodes 22. When I owned a 1959 Pearson Triton (28' yawl) there was also an active online community. That was so helpful since it was my first big sailboat and I completely renovated it in my driveway. That was a five year learning process. I missed that type of online community with my Nimble 30 since there was only about two dozen ever made. Mark Whipple s/v Tiny Dancer Boston, MA From ccowie at cowieassociates.com Mon Oct 21 14:40:01 2019 From: ccowie at cowieassociates.com (Chris Cowie) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:40:01 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard noise In-Reply-To: References: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> Message-ID: Mark: My centerboard has always banged around inside the trunk when It did not have any sort of lateral pressure on it. If the board is banging then it probably does not need to be down. Sailing downwind the board should and can be lifted. I would not leave the board down at the mooring to avoid unnecessary banging and growth on the board. Christopher P. Cowie? ?? 700 N Fairfax Street Suite 304 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 703.717.9103 ex.204 ? 202.270.1470 mobile [ccowie at cowieassociates.com] Please consider the environment before printing this email. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Mark Whipple Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 2:33 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard noise I was on my boat at my mooring recently, and heard the centerboard bang each time the boat rolled. The current had the boat facing approx. SE. There were some small rollers coming in from the NE. The result is the boat was taking the rollers on the port side roughly amidships. Each roll the centerboard bumped to one side or the other. Two questions: - Is this normal, or do I need to plan some sort of repair (centerboard pivot)? - Do you leave your CB down when you're on a mooring? I did so to decrease the side-to-side rolling of the boat, but I also had the rudder up because I have a wheel and I haven't yet taken the time to lash it down (no wheel lock). The boat is a 2000 so I believe I have a diamond CB. TIA for your thoughts. For me, this list was a big selling point for the Rhodes 22. When I owned a 1959 Pearson Triton (28' yawl) there was also an active online community. That was so helpful since it was my first big sailboat and I completely renovated it in my driveway. That was a five year learning process. I missed that type of online community with my Nimble 30 since there was only about two dozen ever made. Mark Whipple s/v Tiny Dancer Boston, MA From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 14:57:23 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 14:57:23 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Sounds about right. Works great. Keep it. Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 10:54 AM Charles Nieman wrote: > I have a 98 Rhodes and the water storage tank is exactly as you describe, > blue plastic storage container off the shelf at Walmart or something. I > think that is General Boats original from those days. > > Sent from my iPhone > > Charles Nieman > > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 8:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > > > > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, but > I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I > purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. > There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more > capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container like > what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or more > screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What is an > acceptable replacement? > > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, and I > need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is under > the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water out, but > the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the drain line to > the sink since no floor panels life out. > > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It doesn't > look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I don't > see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't see a > way to access it to do this. Any help? > > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa has > had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm > expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes > sails? > > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light wires > are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut end > anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access to the > wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > > > Thanks - Baker > > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > > > From allynb at adsne.com Mon Oct 21 15:24:39 2019 From: allynb at adsne.com (Allyn Baskerville) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:24:39 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thanks for the responses. I never said it didn't work, but the first thing I thought when I saw it, "You know you're a redneck if..." I read a lot about Rhodes quality before I purchased the boat, and this simply surprised me. I really think this is the perfect boat for us now - we just need to get it in the water. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Rick Lange Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 1:57 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 Sounds about right. Works great. Keep it. Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 10:54 AM Charles Nieman wrote: > I have a 98 Rhodes and the water storage tank is exactly as you > describe, blue plastic storage container off the shelf at Walmart or > something. I think that is General Boats original from those days. > > Sent from my iPhone > > Charles Nieman > > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 8:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > > > > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, > > but > I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I > purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. > There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more > capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container > > like > what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or > more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What > is an acceptable replacement? > > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, > > and I > need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is > under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water > out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the > drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. > > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It > > doesn't > look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I > don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't > > see a > way to access it to do this. Any help? > > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa > > has > had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm > expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes > sails? > > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light > > wires > are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut > end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access > to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > > > Thanks - Baker > > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > > > From allynb at adsne.com Mon Oct 21 15:32:35 2019 From: allynb at adsne.com (Allyn Baskerville) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:32:35 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Any other Rhodes in Oklahoma? Message-ID: I just got the titled transferred and the boat registered today, and I spent about an hour there. They had to really search around and call other people over to figure things out - they couldn't find General Boats or Rhodes anywhere. That having been said, I had to wonder if there were any/many Rhodes boats in OK. Are there any out there? I'd sure be interested in visiting you. Thanks From dwbrad at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 16:34:31 2019 From: dwbrad at gmail.com (David Bradley) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 16:34:31 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail Message-ID: Hi all. Does anyone know the approximate price of a new IMF Mainsail? And whether GBI is still selling them or whether I ned to buy directly from Doyle? We had a nor?easter with 60 MPH winds. Not a pretty site in our harbor next morning. My main was shredded but others fared worse. Thanks. Dave B From melrothbard at yahoo.com Mon Oct 21 16:37:57 2019 From: melrothbard at yahoo.com (Melvyn Rothbard) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 20:37:57 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <350090165.4807650.1571690277362@mail.yahoo.com> I bought a new main last year from Stan.? Cost was about $1095. Mel Melvyn H. Rothbard Attorney at Law Suite 3C 23 South 23rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 215 901 2258 Fax: 215 656 0993 melrothbard at yahoo.com CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE The information and/or documents included in or accompanying this transmission contain(s) confidential information belonging to the sender which is legally privileged. The information is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom it was sent as indicated above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this transmission is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e mail in error, please delete this message and immediately notify us by replying to this e mail or telephoning us at 215 901 2258. On Monday, October 21, 2019, 04:34:45 PM EDT, David Bradley wrote: Hi all. Does anyone know the approximate price of a new IMF Mainsail?? And whether GBI is still selling them or whether I ned to buy directly from Doyle?? We had a nor?easter with 60 MPH winds. Not a pretty site in our harbor next morning. My main was shredded but others fared worse. Thanks. Dave B From snstaum at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 16:48:03 2019 From: snstaum at gmail.com (Stephen Staum) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 16:48:03 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Centerboard noise In-Reply-To: References: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> Message-ID: I have always kept my board up at the mooring (14 years) and yes it does clunk when the boat rocks in the waves. This is normal to my knowledge. Chris bought his new so supports this theory although mine were an '87 follow by an '83. The other reason to keep the board up is the damage potential if you ground it during a minus tide. If the board hits bottom when you are underway it just gets pushed up on the pivot and there is no damage (I have done this). However, if the board bottoms when the boat is stationery the potential exists for damage as the board is jammed against the sea bottom as it rocks up and down in the normal wave action. *Stephen Staum* *s/v Carol Lee 2* *Needham, MA* On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 2:32 PM Mark Whipple wrote: > I was on my boat at my mooring recently, and heard the centerboard bang > each time the boat rolled. The current had the boat facing approx. SE. > There were some small rollers coming in from the NE. The result is the boat > was taking the rollers on the port side roughly amidships. Each roll the > centerboard bumped to one side or the other. > > Two questions: > - Is this normal, or do I need to plan some sort of repair (centerboard > pivot)? > - Do you leave your CB down when you're on a mooring? I did so to decrease > the side-to-side rolling of the boat, but I also had the rudder up because > I have a wheel and I haven't yet taken the time to lash it down (no wheel > lock). > > The boat is a 2000 so I believe I have a diamond CB. > > TIA for your thoughts. > > For me, this list was a big selling point for the Rhodes 22. When I owned a > 1959 Pearson Triton (28' yawl) there was also an active online community. > That was so helpful since it was my first big sailboat and I completely > renovated it in my driveway. That was a five year learning process. I > missed that type of online community with my Nimble 30 since there was only > about two dozen ever made. > > Mark Whipple > s/v Tiny Dancer > Boston, MA > From snstaum at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 16:52:06 2019 From: snstaum at gmail.com (Stephen Staum) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 16:52:06 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I use Doyle in E. Greenwich, RI. They made me a new custom main when I got my '83 a few years ago and the cost was $600. They made me a custom 130 genoa last winter for $1300 with a window and a luff pad for improved reefing. *Stephen Staum* *s/v Carol Lee 2* *Needham, MA* On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 4:34 PM David Bradley wrote: > Hi all. Does anyone know the approximate price of a new IMF Mainsail? And > whether GBI is still selling them or whether I ned to buy directly from > Doyle? We had a nor?easter with 60 MPH winds. Not a pretty site in our > harbor next morning. My main was shredded but others fared worse. > > Thanks. > > Dave B From peter at sunnybeeches.com Mon Oct 21 16:55:04 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 16:55:04 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report In-Reply-To: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> References: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <4E92CA80-639A-49C1-BAD3-BDC1D6F609C9@sunnybeeches.com> Stan, You are right, I stepped over a line that I didn?t intent to, and I apologize. My offer to supply Allyn Baskerville with design information about the General Boats Mast Hoist Crane is hereby rescinded until such time has he a) make a good faith effort to buy one from General Boats, and b) fails in that effort due to a lack of responsiveness or follow through on the part of General Boats. However, since the original requestor of the design information has already gone through steps a) and b), I will share design information with him. As for occasionally letting people on the list know where they might be able to purchase items for which General Boats has no claim to intellectual property (e.g. sails, or Starboard), I?m afraid that?s likely to continue. ?Peter > On Oct 21, 2019, at 11:43 AM, stan wrote: > > In my 50 years with the Rhodes I have long since been conditioned to some sloppy outside reporting now and then, and having better things to do, let them go. Things like reporting to the List that the Rhodes uses a Dwyer mast. Why bother; the misled will find out on their own. Peter's reporting has been accurate so I suppose his getting sloppy has moved me enough to comment. Peter, before your definitive reporting, I don't recall your checking with me before going to press: > ("8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well.") > > stan From stan at generalboats.com Mon Oct 21 17:15:16 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:15:16 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report In-Reply-To: References: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <013378b3-c75d-5de8-a0bd-a81a493793c8@generalboats.com> Sorry Alexis,? I like to think that I go where the majority want. My 2 cents is: a)??? What constant anger?? I hardly make a peep on the List.? And when I do it is with humor or an educational point for the majority.? You will come to appreciate this in future posts, as I have. b)??? As a newcomer to the list wouldn't you rather know that, contrary to your inexperienced view that we "bring absolutely nothing interesting to this list" that for 50 years we have been bringing specific parts to the show for specific owners for their specific needs and convenience, rather than being led to think that we don't?? No response needed. It is simple Alexis. Show me that what you speak is what the majority want and I will never darken your emails again. Or alternately stop taking it all so seriously or you will never get to see what it all looks like at 93. stan On 10/21/19 1:02 PM, Alexis Seigneurin wrote: > This constant anger is annoying. This brings absolutely nothing interesting to this list, which is sad because the discussions are usually of interest. > > My 2 cents. No response needed. > > Alexis > > > ________________________________ > From: Rhodes22-list on behalf of stan > Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 11:43 AM > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List > Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report > > In my 50 years with the Rhodes I have long since been conditioned to > some sloppy outside reporting now and then, and having better things to > do, let them go. Things like reporting to the List that the Rhodes uses > a Dwyer mast. Why bother; the misled will find out on their own. > Peter's reporting has been accurate so I suppose his getting sloppy has > moved me enough to comment. Peter, before your definitive reporting, > I don't recall your checking with me before going to press: > ("8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the > Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from > Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the > Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting > together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well.") > > stan > > From 4cgabriel at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 17:34:53 2019 From: 4cgabriel at gmail.com (C Gabriel) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:34:53 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Parts Department News Message-ID: Dear all, It's been a really tough year for Stan and now the Gabriel's. Stan lost his beloved wife Rose in June immediately followed by the death of his caregiver and then my mother for whom I was the caregiver passed away in the 10 days before the Show. This affected email and parts ordering and building for all the many preceding months. Give us a minute friends. As Stan says be patient. And give us a minute to unpack from the Show and get back to responding to your orders, building the parts, and putting your new items into the mail. Orders are shipping again as of today. If your email has been lost in our shuffle or your order has been delayed we sincerely apologize. Kindly resend your unfilled or new parts and service requests for Stan to 4cgabriel at gmail.com. It's ok, a duplicate request is better than a lost request. Thank you Cecilia Gabriel Parts Department From stan at generalboats.com Mon Oct 21 18:00:27 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:00:27 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report In-Reply-To: <4E92CA80-639A-49C1-BAD3-BDC1D6F609C9@sunnybeeches.com> References: <7429d8e2-deb8-3a84-a59b-5a0e5feffb69@generalboats.com> <4E92CA80-639A-49C1-BAD3-BDC1D6F609C9@sunnybeeches.com> Message-ID: Come on Peter, I don't know whether to laugh or cry. I never said anything re your giving out info on our mast hoist. I think it is great you do things like that.? All I was referencing was that it was not the American way to conclude to the List that I failed to do something without asking me if such were the facts. You didn't step over any lines.? No need to apologize.? I am sorry I even brought it up. . .? Just don't let it happen again.? (Now, if anyone takes issue with that last line of Brooklyn humor, sorry, but it makes me laugh.) Meantime relax.? The important, serious stuff with GB will be coming up soon. stan On 10/21/19 4:55 PM, Peter Nyberg wrote: > Stan, > > You are right, I stepped over a line that I didn?t intent to, and I apologize. My offer to supply Allyn Baskerville with design information about the General Boats Mast Hoist Crane is hereby rescinded until such time has he a) make a good faith effort to buy one from General Boats, and b) fails in that effort due to a lack of responsiveness or follow through on the part of General Boats. > > However, since the original requestor of the design information has already gone through steps a) and b), I will share design information with him. > > As for occasionally letting people on the list know where they might be able to purchase items for which General Boats has no claim to intellectual property (e.g. sails, or Starboard), I?m afraid that?s likely to continue. > > ?Peter > >> On Oct 21, 2019, at 11:43 AM, stan wrote: >> >> In my 50 years with the Rhodes I have long since been conditioned to some sloppy outside reporting now and then, and having better things to do, let them go. Things like reporting to the List that the Rhodes uses a Dwyer mast. Why bother; the misled will find out on their own. Peter's reporting has been accurate so I suppose his getting sloppy has moved me enough to comment. Peter, before your definitive reporting, I don't recall your checking with me before going to press: >> ("8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well.") >> >> stan > > From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 18:07:00 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:07:00 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> Message-ID: No, you can. Rick Lange On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:46 PM Charles Nieman wrote: > Is this a ?don?t ask me how I know? thing??? > > Sent from my iPhone > > Charles > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Rick Lange > wrote: > > > > When you pull up the anchor from anywhere but the bow, regardless of > where > > the bitter end of the rode is attached, you will swing the boat abeam of > > the waves. This is an all too common cause of swamping and even > capsizing > > the boat. > > > > If you raise or lower the anchor from anywhere other than the security of > > sitting in the bow pulpit, you risk being pulled overboard. > > > > Regards, > > > > Rick Lange > > > > > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 7:46 PM Luis Guzman > > wrote: > > > >> Cary, > >> > >> I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method. The anchor is > still > >> attached to the bow. > >> > >> I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the > anchor. > >> > >> > >> Luis A. Guzm?n II > >> http://www.TropicalMinds.com > >> 941 580-1577 > >> > >>> On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert > wrote: > >>> > >>> George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements > for > >>> Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > >>> Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > >>> > >>> On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier > >>> wrote: > >>> > >>>> Hi Rick, > >>>> > >>>> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four > times. > >> Can > >>>> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor > >>>> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn > >>>> about > >>>> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but > don?t > >>>> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. > >>>> > >>>> Thanks, > >>>> George > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> -- > >>>> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > >>>> > >> > >> > From jfn302 at yahoo.com Mon Oct 21 18:44:35 2019 From: jfn302 at yahoo.com (James Nichols) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 22:44:35 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Coc In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> Message-ID: <1790748053.3226777.1571697875355@mail.yahoo.com> I could see this working fairly well if the tail of the rode was run back to the cockpit along the same route as the head sail line.? Run it to a cleat along the side of the cockpit.? The tag could be used to pull the anchor back to the cockpit once it has broken free of the bottom.? ?? The only issue I see is that you are more likely to bang the anchor on the side of the hull than you are on the bow. James Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 5:07 PM, Rick Lange wrote: No, you can. Rick Lange On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:46 PM Charles Nieman wrote: > Is this a ?don?t ask me how I know? thing??? > > Sent from my iPhone > > Charles > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Rick Lange > wrote: > > > > When you pull up the anchor from anywhere but the bow, regardless of > where > > the bitter end of the rode is attached, you will swing the boat abeam of > > the waves.? This is an all too common cause of swamping and even > capsizing > > the boat. > > > > If you raise or lower the anchor from anywhere other than the security of > > sitting in the bow pulpit, you risk being pulled overboard. > > > > Regards, > > > > Rick Lange > > > > > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 7:46 PM Luis Guzman > > wrote: > > > >> Cary, > >> > >> I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method.? The anchor is > still > >> attached to the bow. > >> > >> I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the > anchor. > >> > >> > >> Luis A. Guzm?n II > >> http://www.TropicalMinds.com > >> 941 580-1577 > >> > >>> On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert > wrote: > >>> > >>> George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements > for > >>> Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > >>> Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > >>> > >>> On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier > >>> wrote: > >>> > >>>> Hi Rick, > >>>> > >>>> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four > times. > >> Can > >>>> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor > >>>> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn > >>>> about > >>>> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but > don?t > >>>> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. > >>>> > >>>> Thanks, > >>>> George > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> > >>>> -- > >>>> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > >>>> > >> > >> > From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 18:56:54 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:56:54 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Sailing, Inc., is offering a new Rhodes 22 Genoa featuring Challenge's Fastnet sailcloth with a UV cover and vision window retails for $1045 Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 4:52 PM Stephen Staum wrote: > I use Doyle in E. Greenwich, RI. They made me a new custom main when I got > my '83 a few years ago and the cost was $600. They made me a custom 130 > genoa last winter for $1300 with a window and a luff pad for improved > reefing. > > > *Stephen Staum* > *s/v Carol Lee 2* > > *Needham, MA* > > > On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 4:34 PM David Bradley wrote: > > > Hi all. Does anyone know the approximate price of a new IMF Mainsail? > And > > whether GBI is still selling them or whether I ned to buy directly from > > Doyle? We had a nor?easter with 60 MPH winds. Not a pretty site in our > > harbor next morning. My main was shredded but others fared worse. > > > > Thanks. > > > > Dave B > From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 18:59:21 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:59:21 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Coc In-Reply-To: <1790748053.3226777.1571697875355@mail.yahoo.com> References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> <1790748053.3226777.1571697875355@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: James, You're still going overboard when a wave rocks you. Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 6:44 PM James Nichols via Rhodes22-list < rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote: > I could see this working fairly well if the tail of the rode was run back > to the cockpit along the same route as the head sail line. Run it to a > cleat along the side of the cockpit. > The tag could be used to pull the anchor back to the cockpit once it has > broken free of the bottom. > The only issue I see is that you are more likely to bang the anchor on the > side of the hull than you are on the bow. > James > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > > On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 5:07 PM, Rick Lange > wrote: No, you can. > > Rick Lange > > On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:46 PM Charles Nieman > wrote: > > > Is this a ?don?t ask me how I know? thing??? > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > > Charles > > > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Rick Lange > > wrote: > > > > > > When you pull up the anchor from anywhere but the bow, regardless of > > where > > > the bitter end of the rode is attached, you will swing the boat abeam > of > > > the waves. This is an all too common cause of swamping and even > > capsizing > > > the boat. > > > > > > If you raise or lower the anchor from anywhere other than the security > of > > > sitting in the bow pulpit, you risk being pulled overboard. > > > > > > Regards, > > > > > > Rick Lange > > > > > > > > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 7:46 PM Luis Guzman > > > wrote: > > > > > >> Cary, > > >> > > >> I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method. The anchor is > > still > > >> attached to the bow. > > >> > > >> I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the > > anchor. > > >> > > >> > > >> Luis A. Guzm?n II > > >> http://www.TropicalMinds.com > > >> 941 580-1577 > > >> > > >>> On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert > > wrote: > > >>> > > >>> George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements > > for > > >>> Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > > >>> Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > > >>> > > >>> On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier < > gmorgan.flier at gmail.com> > > >>> wrote: > > >>> > > >>>> Hi Rick, > > >>>> > > >>>> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four > > times. > > >> Can > > >>>> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of > anchor > > >>>> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to > learn > > >>>> about > > >>>> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but > > don?t > > >>>> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. > > >>>> > > >>>> Thanks, > > >>>> George > > >>>> > > >>>> > > >>>> > > >>>> > > >>>> -- > > >>>> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > > >>>> > > >> > > >> > > > From mweisner at ebsmed.com Mon Oct 21 19:08:49 2019 From: mweisner at ebsmed.com (Michael D. Weisner) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:08:49 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <006401d58864$8051f6a0$80f5e3e0$@ebsmed.com> We discussed this very topic on the list a month ago. I have replaced my Rubbermaid water tank as specified in the thread: http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/2019-September/083470.html I discussed it with Stan at the show last weekend and he said they used the Rubbermaid tank because it was easier to clean as it could be disassembled. I had never thought about that! I still prefer the classacustoms.com tank. I carry separate water for drinking. I bought a Seaflo 12V 1.2 GPM 35 PSI Water Pressure Diaphragm Pump from Amazon for $30 and am very pleased with it. You do need to change out the supply to the faucet to a reinforced hose so that the pressure builds up and the pump shuts off. Mike s/v Wind Lass ('91) Nissequogue River, NY -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Allyn Baskerville Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 3:25 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 Thanks for the responses. I never said it didn't work, but the first thing I thought when I saw it, "You know you're a redneck if..." I read a lot about Rhodes quality before I purchased the boat, and this simply surprised me. I really think this is the perfect boat for us now - we just need to get it in the water. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Rick Lange Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 1:57 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 Sounds about right. Works great. Keep it. Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 10:54 AM Charles Nieman wrote: > I have a 98 Rhodes and the water storage tank is exactly as you > describe, blue plastic storage container off the shelf at Walmart or > something. I think that is General Boats original from those days. > > Sent from my iPhone > > Charles Nieman > > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 8:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > > > > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, > > but > I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I > purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. > There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more > capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container > > like > what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or > more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What > is an acceptable replacement? > > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, > > and I > need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is > under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water > out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the > drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. > > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It > > doesn't > look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I > don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't > > see a > way to access it to do this. Any help? > > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa > > has > had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm > expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes > sails? > > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light > > wires > are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut > end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access > to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > > > Thanks - Baker > > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > > > From spreadgoodnews at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 19:53:10 2019 From: spreadgoodnews at gmail.com (Goodness) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:53:10 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] re the Nyberg report In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Stan I personally am glad to hear from you. Sadly this day and age it seems that the humor of sarcasm is lost on many. My wife however has perfected the art and my children revel in the subtle art of this type humor. My youngest is 8 and she is starting to figure out everyone isnt serious all the time ?. I always get excited when you post because there is usually some spice and salt in it. I love my Rhodes! But i also bought a used com-pac because i can order parts from their website. ? > On Oct 21, 2019, at 6:00 PM, stan wrote: > > ?Come on Peter, I don't know whether to laugh or cry. > I never said anything re your giving out info on our mast hoist. I think it is great you do things like that. All I was referencing was that it was not the American way to conclude to the List that I failed to do something without asking me if such were the facts. > > You didn't step over any lines. No need to apologize. I am sorry I even brought it up. . . Just don't let it happen again. (Now, if anyone takes issue with that last line of Brooklyn humor, sorry, but it makes me laugh.) > > Meantime relax. The important, serious stuff with GB will be coming up soon. > > stan > >> On 10/21/19 4:55 PM, Peter Nyberg wrote: >> Stan, >> >> You are right, I stepped over a line that I didn?t intent to, and I apologize. My offer to supply Allyn Baskerville with design information about the General Boats Mast Hoist Crane is hereby rescinded until such time has he a) make a good faith effort to buy one from General Boats, and b) fails in that effort due to a lack of responsiveness or follow through on the part of General Boats. >> >> However, since the original requestor of the design information has already gone through steps a) and b), I will share design information with him. >> >> As for occasionally letting people on the list know where they might be able to purchase items for which General Boats has no claim to intellectual property (e.g. sails, or Starboard), I?m afraid that?s likely to continue. >> >> ?Peter >> >>>> On Oct 21, 2019, at 11:43 AM, stan wrote: >>> >>> In my 50 years with the Rhodes I have long since been conditioned to some sloppy outside reporting now and then, and having better things to do, let them go. Things like reporting to the List that the Rhodes uses a Dwyer mast. Why bother; the misled will find out on their own. Peter's reporting has been accurate so I suppose his getting sloppy has moved me enough to comment. Peter, before your definitive reporting, I don't recall your checking with me before going to press: >>> ("8) Another list member has recently asked me for details about the Rhodes 22 mast raising and lowering gizmo. He had wanted to buy one from Stan (General Boats), and Stan had said that he would bring one to the Annapolis show, but he didn?t. So, I?m in the process of putting together that documentation, and I?d be happy to send you a copy as well.") >>> >>> stan >> >> > From jfn302 at yahoo.com Mon Oct 21 20:02:09 2019 From: jfn302 at yahoo.com (James Nichols) Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:02:09 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Coc In-Reply-To: References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> <1790748053.3226777.1571697875355@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <708915911.3241458.1571702529381@mail.yahoo.com> Rick, If you are standing one the rail hauling the anchor over the side with the boat sideways to the seas. Probably.? But, running the rode back to the cockpit allows you to haul the anchor up over the bow from the same safe position that you haul any other line on the boat. And once the anchor is free of the bottom, it no longer has much sway over the direction the boat is facing.? You could technically let it dangle a just in the water while you got underway and then haul the tag line to bring it to the cockpit all while safely inside the cockpit. Considering the displacement of the Rhodes and modern anchors,? the anchor shouldn't weigh more than 15 or 20 pounds,? so it shouldn't be hard to lift over the side while seated. ? Unless,? that is, you have a 1970s anchor,? then it would just be better to lift with your legs.? James Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 6:00 PM, Rick Lange wrote: James, You're still going overboard when a wave rocks you. Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 6:44 PM James Nichols via Rhodes22-list < rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote: > I could see this working fairly well if the tail of the rode was run back > to the cockpit along the same route as the head sail line.? Run it to a > cleat along the side of the cockpit. > The tag could be used to pull the anchor back to the cockpit once it has > broken free of the bottom. > The only issue I see is that you are more likely to bang the anchor on the > side of the hull than you are on the bow. > James > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > >? On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 5:07 PM, Rick Lange > wrote:? No, you can. > > Rick Lange > > On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:46 PM Charles Nieman > wrote: > > > Is this a ?don?t ask me how I know? thing??? > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > > Charles > > > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Rick Lange > > wrote: > > > > > > When you pull up the anchor from anywhere but the bow, regardless of > > where > > > the bitter end of the rode is attached, you will swing the boat abeam > of > > > the waves.? This is an all too common cause of swamping and even > > capsizing > > > the boat. > > > > > > If you raise or lower the anchor from anywhere other than the security > of > > > sitting in the bow pulpit, you risk being pulled overboard. > > > > > > Regards, > > > > > > Rick Lange > > > > > > > > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 7:46 PM Luis Guzman > > > wrote: > > > > > >> Cary, > > >> > > >> I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method.? The anchor is > > still > > >> attached to the bow. > > >> > > >> I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the > > anchor. > > >> > > >> > > >> Luis A. Guzm?n II > > >> http://www.TropicalMinds.com > > >> 941 580-1577 > > >> > > >>> On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert > > wrote: > > >>> > > >>> George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements > > for > > >>> Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > > >>> Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > > >>> > > >>> On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier < > gmorgan.flier at gmail.com> > > >>> wrote: > > >>> > > >>>> Hi Rick, > > >>>> > > >>>> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four > > times. > > >> Can > > >>>> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of > anchor > > >>>> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to > learn > > >>>> about > > >>>> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but > > don?t > > >>>> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. > > >>>> > > >>>> Thanks, > > >>>> George > > >>>> > > >>>> > > >>>> > > >>>> > > >>>> -- > > >>>> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > > >>>> > > >> > > >> > > > From Colealexander at hotmail.com Mon Oct 21 20:39:32 2019 From: Colealexander at hotmail.com (S/V Lark) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:39:32 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: <7E6E5717-0BD9-4FA7-9603-A248828DE839@sunnybeeches.com> Message-ID: <1571704772857-0.post@n5.nabble.com> I plumbed a bilge pump differently then most, The standard solution requires stringers be perforated and the galley removed, or the hose run forward to the v berth, back with the galley faucet supply, and teed into the gray water drain. Some inland lakes don?t allow this drain. My boat has a center section of sole over the centerboard that can be removed without touching the settee or galley. I had pulled it to solve a plug in my centerboard pennant tube, and took the opportunity to run a bilge pump from the little access plate aft to the cockpit. As designed there is a chase from the cabin casting that goes up then back down in the cockpit. I ran a hose and elbow through this gap without having to affect watertight integrity. I believe it is high enough that either the cockpit or cabin can flood to sea level without cascade flooding, The water drains to the cockpit. The advantage is I will see water running if I?m single handing and can?t hear the pump. Rise and run length are limited. The disadvantage is sometimes the cockpit drain must be plugged when carrying a large number of passengers. Obviously a major leak when moored will drain the battery and flood the compartment nearly up to the cushions. I have stock solar panels. One died last winter, the replacement is available but pricy. I stuck with stock since the footprint is convenient. Upgrading lights to LED, pull start motor, high efficiency 12 volt fan for sleeping and avoiding too many gizmos has been adequate for me. I can cruise six days without significantly draining the batteries, even with frequent charging of the iPad and phone. I did not sail after dark much on these trips. My motor does provide some charge as well (60 w 5 amp at full throttle). One other improvement I would suggest. Add baffles to partially seal off the cockpit from lazarette. I riveted corrugated plastic sign material. Otherwise you get to take raccoons sailing. Alex ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 21:54:30 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 20:54:30 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Any other Rhodes in Oklahoma? In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I?m not in OK but I do spend some time visiting my son here in Kansas next door. So welcome to the Rhodes Club. Chris Geankoplis S/V ENOSIS On Mon, 21 Oct 2019 at 14:32, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > I just got the titled transferred and the boat registered today, and I > spent about an hour there. They had to really search around and call other > people over to figure things out - they couldn't find General Boats or > Rhodes anywhere. That having been said, I had to wonder if there were > any/many Rhodes boats in OK. Are there any out there? I'd sure be > interested in visiting you. Thanks > From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Mon Oct 21 22:15:53 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 21:15:53 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hey Allyn, As you see there are lots of experienced Rhodies ready to give you a wide range of information on most subjects. Another advantage to sailing a Rhodes. If you are interested in cruising the PNW or the sea of Cortez you can email me and I can send you some journals on sailing those areas. Again, welcome to the list and the brother and sisterhood of the Rhodes 22. Chris Geankoplis S/V ENOSIS On Sun, 20 Oct 2019 at 20:21, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, but > I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I > purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. > There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more > capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container like > what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or more > screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What is an > acceptable replacement? > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, and I > need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is under > the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water out, but > the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the drain line to > the sink since no floor panels life out. > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It doesn't > look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I don't > see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't see a > way to access it to do this. Any help? > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa has had > the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm expecting > it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes sails? > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light wires > are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut end > anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access to the > wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > Thanks - Baker > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > > From jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com Tue Oct 22 09:26:56 2019 From: jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com (Jesse Shumaker) Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2019 06:26:56 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Chris, I have really enjoyed reading about your travels in Greece. Thanks for taking the time to document your adventures. I don't recall seeing the details of the other travels in PNW and Sea of Cortez that you mentioned. That would be great if you could re-post or send a link to a past post with those attachments. Jesse S/V Zephyr Omaha, Nebraska -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Tue Oct 22 11:22:10 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Tue, 22 Oct 2019 11:22:10 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Coc In-Reply-To: <708915911.3241458.1571702529381@mail.yahoo.com> References: <1571455572275-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1571518447010-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <9CCE5E5B-3AEE-49FD-9916-674DC7E49E8D@gmail.com> <1790748053.3226777.1571697875355@mail.yahoo.com> <708915911.3241458.1571702529381@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: James, Again, leaning over the side while hauling up the anchor is the problem. It is best doing it from the comfort and safety of the bow pulpit. Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 8:02 PM James Nichols via Rhodes22-list < rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote: > Rick, > If you are standing one the rail hauling the anchor over the side with the > boat sideways to the seas. Probably. > But, running the rode back to the cockpit allows you to haul the anchor up > over the bow from the same safe position that you haul any other line on > the boat. > And once the anchor is free of the bottom, it no longer has much sway over > the direction the boat is facing. You could technically let it dangle a > just in the water while you got underway and then haul the tag line to > bring it to the cockpit all while safely inside the cockpit. > Considering the displacement of the Rhodes and modern anchors, the anchor > shouldn't weigh more than 15 or 20 pounds, so it shouldn't be hard to lift > over the side while seated. > Unless, that is, you have a 1970s anchor, then it would just be better > to lift with your legs. > > James > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > > On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 6:00 PM, Rick Lange > wrote: James, > > You're still going overboard when a wave rocks you. > > Regards, > > Rick Lange > > > On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 6:44 PM James Nichols via Rhodes22-list < > rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote: > > > I could see this working fairly well if the tail of the rode was run back > > to the cockpit along the same route as the head sail line. Run it to a > > cleat along the side of the cockpit. > > The tag could be used to pull the anchor back to the cockpit once it has > > broken free of the bottom. > > The only issue I see is that you are more likely to bang the anchor on > the > > side of the hull than you are on the bow. > > James > > > > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > > > > On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 5:07 PM, Rick Lange > > wrote: No, you can. > > > > Rick Lange > > > > On Sun, Oct 20, 2019, 8:46 PM Charles Nieman > > > wrote: > > > > > Is this a ?don?t ask me how I know? thing??? > > > > > > Sent from my iPhone > > > > > > Charles > > > > > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 2:37 PM, Rick Lange > > > wrote: > > > > > > > > When you pull up the anchor from anywhere but the bow, regardless of > > > where > > > > the bitter end of the rode is attached, you will swing the boat abeam > > of > > > > the waves. This is an all too common cause of swamping and even > > > capsizing > > > > the boat. > > > > > > > > If you raise or lower the anchor from anywhere other than the > security > > of > > > > sitting in the bow pulpit, you risk being pulled overboard. > > > > > > > > Regards, > > > > > > > > Rick Lange > > > > > > > > > > > > On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 7:46 PM Luis Guzman < > luis.guzman.ve at gmail.com> > > > > wrote: > > > > > > > >> Cary, > > > >> > > > >> I see this as an anchor deployment/retrieval method. The anchor is > > > still > > > >> attached to the bow. > > > >> > > > >> I imagine that you still need to walk to the bow to tie/untie the > > > anchor. > > > >> > > > >> > > > >> Luis A. Guzm?n II > > > >> http://www.TropicalMinds.com > > > >> 941 580-1577 > > > >> > > > >>> On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert > > > wrote: > > > >>> > > > >>> George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal > Requirements > > > for > > > >>> Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT > > > >>> Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea. > > > >>> > > > >>> On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier < > > gmorgan.flier at gmail.com> > > > >>> wrote: > > > >>> > > > >>>> Hi Rick, > > > >>>> > > > >>>> I?m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four > > > times. > > > >> Can > > > >>>> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of > > anchor > > > >>>> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to > > learn > > > >>>> about > > > >>>> their rules. I?ve found info on the required safety equipment, but > > > don?t > > > >>>> recall seeing any regulations on anchors. > > > >>>> > > > >>>> Thanks, > > > >>>> George > > > >>>> > > > >>>> > > > >>>> > > > >>>> > > > >>>> -- > > > >>>> Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > > > >>>> > > > >> > > > >> > > > > > > From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Wed Oct 23 20:16:41 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Wed, 23 Oct 2019 17:16:41 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly Message-ID: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Hello, I received my new traveler and outhaul car today. Since I?m a total novice sailor....been out 4 times...I wanted some people with more experience to look at my photos to see if I have everything connected correctly. Also today, I applied the name to my boat after a proper boat naming ceremony recently....I?m including a photo of the name on the boat. Thanks, George S/V Knotty Lady 1986(2010) 8AB6D19D-8C22-4CCE-8F49-7C816B5AB0C6.jpeg BE533102-9BB3-4C4E-B434-F3B29E0F3A3E.jpeg 7A3A0059-163E-4C6F-947C-9AEF2B38A565.jpeg -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From peter at sunnybeeches.com Wed Oct 23 21:10:53 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Wed, 23 Oct 2019 21:10:53 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly In-Reply-To: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Both the traveler and the outhaul car look OK to me. There?s been an interesting change in the design of the connection between the outhaul car and the clew of the main. Mine dates all the way back to 2016. It had a thin piece of metal attached to the car, which was then attached to the sail with a shackle. The thin piece of metal broke this year. The arrangement in your picture looks more robust. I guess Stan never stops improving his designs. Peter Nyberg Coventry, CT s/v Silverheels (1988/2016) > On Oct 23, 2019, at 8:16 PM, Gmorganflier wrote: > > Hello, > I received my new traveler and outhaul car today. Since I?m a total novice > sailor....been out 4 times...I wanted some people with more experience to > look at my photos to see if I have everything connected correctly. Also > today, I applied the name to my boat after a proper boat naming ceremony > recently....I?m including a photo of the name on the boat. > > Thanks, > George > S/V Knotty Lady 1986(2010) > > 8AB6D19D-8C22-4CCE-8F49-7C816B5AB0C6.jpeg > > > BE533102-9BB3-4C4E-B434-F3B29E0F3A3E.jpeg > > > 7A3A0059-163E-4C6F-947C-9AEF2B38A565.jpeg > > > > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Thu Oct 24 00:52:36 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Wed, 23 Oct 2019 21:52:36 -0700 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Hey Jesse, Gee, I was just in Omaha last week getting tires for my son?s car at Costco. I am in Oregon but will be back in Kansas next week and I will send you the links when I will have access to my computer. Chris Geankoplis S/V ENOSIS On Tue, 22 Oct 2019 at 06:16, Jesse Shumaker wrote: > Chris, I have really enjoyed reading about your travels in Greece. Thanks > for taking the time to document your adventures. I don't recall seeing the > details of the other travels in PNW and Sea of Cortez that you mentioned. > That would be great if you could re-post or send a link to a past post with > those attachments. > > Jesse > S/V Zephyr > Omaha, Nebraska > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From roger_pihlaja at msn.com Thu Oct 24 11:04:43 2019 From: roger_pihlaja at msn.com (ROGER PIHLAJA) Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 15:04:43 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly In-Reply-To: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Hi George, Your rigging looks correct to me. Roger Pihlaja SV Dynamic Equilibrium Sent from Mail for Windows 10 ________________________________ From: Rhodes22-list on behalf of Gmorganflier Sent: Wednesday, October 23, 2019 8:16:41 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly Hello, I received my new traveler and outhaul car today. Since I?m a total novice sailor....been out 4 times...I wanted some people with more experience to look at my photos to see if I have everything connected correctly. Also today, I applied the name to my boat after a proper boat naming ceremony recently....I?m including a photo of the name on the boat. Thanks, George S/V Knotty Lady 1986(2010) 8AB6D19D-8C22-4CCE-8F49-7C816B5AB0C6.jpeg BE533102-9BB3-4C4E-B434-F3B29E0F3A3E.jpeg 7A3A0059-163E-4C6F-947C-9AEF2B38A565.jpeg -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From stan at generalboats.com Thu Oct 24 20:29:39 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 20:29:39 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: <9bb73276-450a-3ea3-5f60-ac95b95dbd76@generalboats.com> References: <9bb73276-450a-3ea3-5f60-ac95b95dbd76@generalboats.com> Message-ID: // > // ///general boats policy change/ > This being of major importance to Rhodes owners and wannabes, it will > be presented in 3 short segments so as to not interfere with normal > List activity. > Part One: Understanding the Industry: > "What's to understand? It is just like the car business."? Many of us > share this common, 180 degree mistaken view in almost all aspects of > comparisons: 1.??? Sales.?? We all know millions of cars are manufactured each year.? Counting /every *size* //sailboat/ made in the U.S., take a guess at the grand total of all sailboats built last year. I will settle for the nearest ten thousand.? "American sailboat production last year hit its *highest* level since *2008*, roughly *7,000*." A number so insignificant, no one notices it alongside the cars built figure. 2.??? It's the Economy.?? 99.99% of Rhodes owners and wannabes characterize themselves as "middle class". They cannot function in our society without owning or having access to a car. Budgeting reflects that fact of life.? At the slightest hint of a drop in discretionary spending funds, the first item to be lopped off the family wish list is a sailboat; a car, the last. 3. ? Life expectancy. ? In years past we went to the annual automobile shows for the fun of seeing the new look in driving. New designs were uncloaked yearly; cars did nor last that long and we were back in the market.? Today the looks of new cars emerge less frequently, some on a six year term as the manufacturer sees this as the timing for an owner to be needing a new one.? Most all of us buy a new car a meaningful number of times in our lifetime. The life expectancy of today's sailboats is greater than that of its buyer.? Most "sailors" buy a sailboat once, maybe twice, in their life. Bottom Line.?? If anything, the sailboat business has more in common with the housing business where a change in location is dictated by a job change or a family need for something larger, or smaller; changes that happen once or twice in a lifetime or not at all. Given this background on how diverse automobile and sailboat manufacturing are, the next time you are about to take issue with GB's business plan vs Ford's, take a second look at the above factual partial list of the differences, and bite your tongue.? If others tell you, "GB should not do something because GM does not do that", bite their tongue.? Coming: A boat being built vs a historic footnote.? As always, if anyone has any comments re this or the next and/or final installment, I am ready to listen - and respond. stan From peter at sunnybeeches.com Thu Oct 24 21:21:47 2019 From: peter at sunnybeeches.com (Peter Nyberg) Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 21:21:47 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: References: <9bb73276-450a-3ea3-5f60-ac95b95dbd76@generalboats.com> Message-ID: I don?t really have a comment at this point, since I?m not sure where this is going but I thought I?d share a bit from a magazine article I read not that long ago about the beginning of the fiberglass boat industry after WW II. When a few pioneers started making boats out of fiberglass, some people scoffed saying ?those boats will never last?. The problem turned out to be exactly the opposite. There?s at least two aspects of this observation. One is the waste disposal problem. The other is that boat builders will have a harder time selling new boats if their old boats last forever. I?m sure the boat business is full of challenges that I don?t fully appreciate, but I don?t think it?s useful to compare it to the auto business or the housing business, neither of which I fully understand either. Maybe we should just talk about boats. ?Peter > On Oct 24, 2019, at 8:29 PM, stan wrote: > > // >> // ///general boats policy change/ >> This being of major importance to Rhodes owners and wannabes, it will be presented in 3 short segments so as to not interfere with normal List activity. >> Part One: Understanding the Industry: >> "What's to understand? It is just like the car business." Many of us share this common, 180 degree mistaken view in almost all aspects of comparisons: > 1. Sales. We all know millions of cars are manufactured each year. Counting /every *size* //sailboat/ made in the U.S., take a guess at the grand total of all sailboats built last year. I will settle for the nearest ten thousand. "American sailboat production last year hit its *highest* level since *2008*, roughly *7,000*." A number so insignificant, no one notices it alongside the cars built figure. > > 2. It's the Economy. 99.99% of Rhodes owners and wannabes characterize themselves as "middle class". They cannot function in our society without owning or having access to a car. Budgeting reflects that fact of life. At the slightest hint of a drop in discretionary spending funds, the first item to be lopped off the family wish list is a sailboat; a car, the last. > > 3. Life expectancy. In years past we went to the annual automobile shows for the fun of seeing the new look in driving. New designs were uncloaked yearly; cars did nor last that long and we were back in the market. Today the looks of new cars emerge less frequently, some on a six year term as the manufacturer sees this as the timing for an owner to be needing a new one. Most all of us buy a new car a meaningful number of times in our lifetime. The life expectancy of today's sailboats is greater than that of its buyer. Most "sailors" buy a sailboat once, maybe twice, in their life. > > Bottom Line. If anything, the sailboat business has more in common with the housing business where a change in location is dictated by a job change or a family need for something larger, or smaller; changes that happen once or twice in a lifetime or not at all. Given this background on how diverse automobile and sailboat manufacturing are, the next time you are about to take issue with GB's business plan vs Ford's, take a second look at the above factual partial list of the differences, and bite your tongue. If others tell you, "GB should not do something because GM does not do that", bite their tongue. Coming: A boat being built vs a historic footnote. As always, if anyone has any comments re this or the next and/or final installment, I am ready to listen - and respond. > > stan > > From dwbrad at gmail.com Thu Oct 24 21:29:45 2019 From: dwbrad at gmail.com (David Bradley) Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 20:29:45 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I think this is a great description of a tough business. Thanks Stan. I admire you for hanging in there and thank you for the support you provide. Looking forward to next chapters. Dave > On Oct 24, 2019, at 7:29 PM, stan wrote: > > ?// >> // ///general boats policy change/ >> This being of major importance to Rhodes owners and wannabes, it will be presented in 3 short segments so as to not interfere with normal List activity. >> Part One: Understanding the Industry: >> "What's to understand? It is just like the car business." Many of us share this common, 180 degree mistaken view in almost all aspects of comparisons: > 1. Sales. We all know millions of cars are manufactured each year. Counting /every *size* //sailboat/ made in the U.S., take a guess at the grand total of all sailboats built last year. I will settle for the nearest ten thousand. "American sailboat production last year hit its *highest* level since *2008*, roughly *7,000*." A number so insignificant, no one notices it alongside the cars built figure. > > 2. It's the Economy. 99.99% of Rhodes owners and wannabes characterize themselves as "middle class". They cannot function in our society without owning or having access to a car. Budgeting reflects that fact of life. At the slightest hint of a drop in discretionary spending funds, the first item to be lopped off the family wish list is a sailboat; a car, the last. > > 3. Life expectancy. In years past we went to the annual automobile shows for the fun of seeing the new look in driving. New designs were uncloaked yearly; cars did nor last that long and we were back in the market. Today the looks of new cars emerge less frequently, some on a six year term as the manufacturer sees this as the timing for an owner to be needing a new one. Most all of us buy a new car a meaningful number of times in our lifetime. The life expectancy of today's sailboats is greater than that of its buyer. Most "sailors" buy a sailboat once, maybe twice, in their life. > > Bottom Line. If anything, the sailboat business has more in common with the housing business where a change in location is dictated by a job change or a family need for something larger, or smaller; changes that happen once or twice in a lifetime or not at all. Given this background on how diverse automobile and sailboat manufacturing are, the next time you are about to take issue with GB's business plan vs Ford's, take a second look at the above factual partial list of the differences, and bite your tongue. If others tell you, "GB should not do something because GM does not do that", bite their tongue. Coming: A boat being built vs a historic footnote. As always, if anyone has any comments re this or the next and/or final installment, I am ready to listen - and respond. > > stan > > From tavares0947 at gmail.com Thu Oct 24 22:21:18 2019 From: tavares0947 at gmail.com (Todd Tavares) Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:21:18 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: I think keeping us all in suspense about the genesis of this new tack is more disruptive to the list. Now I'll never be able to sleep wondering what must have happened at the boat show besides the flooding? Todd T. tavares0947 at gmail.com On Thu, Oct 24, 2019, 9:29 PM David Bradley wrote: > I think this is a great description of a tough business. Thanks Stan. I > admire you for hanging in there and thank you for the support you provide. > Looking forward to next chapters. > > Dave > > > On Oct 24, 2019, at 7:29 PM, stan wrote: > > > > ?// > >> // ///general boats policy change/ > >> This being of major importance to Rhodes owners and wannabes, it will > be presented in 3 short segments so as to not interfere with normal List > activity. > >> Part One: Understanding the Industry: > >> "What's to understand? It is just like the car business." Many of us > share this common, 180 degree mistaken view in almost all aspects of > comparisons: > > 1. Sales. We all know millions of cars are manufactured each year. > Counting /every *size* //sailboat/ made in the U.S., take a guess at the > grand total of all sailboats built last year. I will settle for the nearest > ten thousand. "American sailboat production last year hit its *highest* > level since *2008*, roughly *7,000*." A number so insignificant, no one > notices it alongside the cars built figure. > > > > 2. It's the Economy. 99.99% of Rhodes owners and wannabes > characterize themselves as "middle class". They cannot function in our > society without owning or having access to a car. Budgeting reflects that > fact of life. At the slightest hint of a drop in discretionary spending > funds, the first item to be lopped off the family wish list is a sailboat; > a car, the last. > > > > 3. Life expectancy. In years past we went to the annual automobile > shows for the fun of seeing the new look in driving. New designs were > uncloaked yearly; cars did nor last that long and we were back in the > market. Today the looks of new cars emerge less frequently, some on a six > year term as the manufacturer sees this as the timing for an owner to be > needing a new one. Most all of us buy a new car a meaningful number of > times in our lifetime. The life expectancy of today's sailboats is greater > than that of its buyer. Most "sailors" buy a sailboat once, maybe twice, > in their life. > > > > Bottom Line. If anything, the sailboat business has more in common > with the housing business where a change in location is dictated by a job > change or a family need for something larger, or smaller; changes that > happen once or twice in a lifetime or not at all. Given this background on > how diverse automobile and sailboat manufacturing are, the next time you > are about to take issue with GB's business plan vs Ford's, take a second > look at the above factual partial list of the differences, and bite your > tongue. If others tell you, "GB should not do something because GM does > not do that", bite their tongue. Coming: A boat being built vs a historic > footnote. As always, if anyone has any comments re this or the next and/or > final installment, I am ready to listen - and respond. > > > > stan > > > > > From daysails at aol.com Fri Oct 25 06:26:53 2019 From: daysails at aol.com (daysails at aol.com) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:26:53 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail References: <1505874216.516547.1571999213091.ref@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <1505874216.516547.1571999213091@mail.yahoo.com> I got a new Doyle 130 through Stan for less than the figures I am seeing here. ?I learned that Doyle is a franchise and so? which Doyle location might matter. ?I suggest going to GB first and maybe get a better deal and sail while supporting ?our? company. ?Joe Riley, s/v Second Wind Hartwell, SC -----Original Message----- From: Rick Lange To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Sent: Mon, Oct 21, 2019 06:57 PM Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail Sailing, Inc., is offering a new Rhodes 22 Genoa featuring Challenge's Fastnet sailcloth with a UV cover and vision window retails for $1045 Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 4:52 PM Stephen Staum wrote: > I use Doyle in E. Greenwich, RI.? They made me a new custom main when I got > my '83 a few years ago and the cost was $600.? They made me a custom 130 > genoa last winter for $1300 with a window and a luff pad for improved > reefing. > > > *Stephen Staum* > *s/v Carol Lee 2* > > *Needham, MA* > > > On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 4:34 PM David Bradley wrote: > > > Hi all. Does anyone know the approximate price of a new IMF Mainsail? > And > > whether GBI is still selling them or whether I ned to buy directly from > > Doyle?? We had a nor?easter with 60 MPH winds. Not a pretty site in our > > harbor next morning. My main was shredded but others fared worse. > > > > Thanks. > > > > Dave B > From dwbrad at gmail.com Fri Oct 25 08:18:58 2019 From: dwbrad at gmail.com (David Bradley) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 08:18:58 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail In-Reply-To: <1505874216.516547.1571999213091@mail.yahoo.com> References: <1505874216.516547.1571999213091@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: <83E9CCDE-3FF0-43AA-9D78-D080242BB3C4@gmail.com> Thanks Joe and others for the replies. I heard from Stan and will order from GBI. Dave > On Oct 25, 2019, at 6:27 AM, Sling via Rhodes22-list wrote: > > ?I got a new Doyle 130 through Stan for less than the figures I am seeing here. I learned that Doyle is a franchise and so > which Doyle location might matter. I suggest going to GB first and maybe get a better deal and sail while supporting ?our? company. Joe Riley, s/v Second Wind Hartwell, SC > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rick Lange > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List > Sent: Mon, Oct 21, 2019 06:57 PM > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] IMF Mainsail > > > Sailing, Inc., is offering a new Rhodes 22 Genoa featuring Challenge's > Fastnet sailcloth with a UV cover and vision window retails for $1045 > > Regards, > > Rick Lange > > >> On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 4:52 PM Stephen Staum wrote: >> >> I use Doyle in E. Greenwich, RI. They made me a new custom main when I got >> my '83 a few years ago and the cost was $600. They made me a custom 130 >> genoa last winter for $1300 with a window and a luff pad for improved >> reefing. >> >> >> *Stephen Staum* >> *s/v Carol Lee 2* >> >> *Needham, MA* >> >> >>> On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 4:34 PM David Bradley wrote: >>> >>> Hi all. Does anyone know the approximate price of a new IMF Mainsail? >> And >>> whether GBI is still selling them or whether I ned to buy directly from >>> Doyle? We had a nor?easter with 60 MPH winds. Not a pretty site in our >>> harbor next morning. My main was shredded but others fared worse. >>> >>> Thanks. >>> >>> Dave B >> From stan at generalboats.com Fri Oct 25 09:28:28 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 09:28:28 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: References: <9bb73276-450a-3ea3-5f60-ac95b95dbd76@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <20d89ee8-951c-5820-ebbb-ec99d4e7a9c0@generalboats.com> /This is not Part 2.? Just my promised response to any comments:// / You are correct Peter, on all 3 of your points. 1.??? "those boats will never last. The problem turned out to be exactly the opposite."? As a still standing relic of WW11, I was there in 59 with O'Day and the host of others discovering a business you could start in your garage. I am sure we all were aware of the pitfalls of a? product that unlike a car, does not conveniently go away. The difference was what we did about that fact.? Most chose to sell through dealers and when the dealer pipe lines were filled and that model boat stalled, they solved the problem for the moment by bringing out a new model that dealers had to start taking to keep their dealership.? We were not that smart or well financed so we were forced to choose the: 'If you can't fight them, join them' solution for survival; we bought our boats back.? I don't think any of those 1959 builders are here today. 2.??? You are correct about your point that "boat builders will have a harder time selling new boats if their old boats last forever."? So our early lesson was that in the sailboat business you have to keep changing the business plan if you don't want to die with the current one. To my knowledge we were the only company to buy back our boats that would not die and "recycle" them to be able to re-sell them with a new boat guarantee. 3.??? You are correct in your statement that "the boat business is full of challenges that I don?t fully appreciate,".? That you do not appreciate the next challenge is understandable.? You have to live it to appreciate it.? And then you have to see if you can come up with still another business plan change to meet the next changing market conditions. And, good or bad, that is what we are about to do. You go on in your point 3 to add, "but I don?t think it?s useful to compare it to the auto business or the housing business, neither of which I fully understand either. Maybe we should just talk about boats."?? Here is where you miss the boat. We could again see where the market was again re-heading. Accordingly, for the past several years we have been testing another change of course to go with the changing flow of our particular market.? The problem with our control group was that many came up with the same response, 'that is not how it is in other businesses', cars being most often cited.? The first challenge we discovered was education; understanding, appreciating, that the building and selling of fiberglass sailboats is completely unlike other industries; that our customers had to be directed to /focus on their own self interest /rather than on business plans of dissimilar industries. That was the intent of Part One of our email to the List.? If you still don't see this need of driving home how the different temperament of a major industry can not be used as a one shoe fits all, hang in there, you will. stan On 10/24/19 9:21 PM, Peter Nyberg wrote: > I don?t really have a comment at this point, since I?m not sure where this is going but I thought I?d share a bit from a magazine article I read not that long ago about the beginning of the fiberglass boat industry after WW II. When a few pioneers started making boats out of fiberglass, some people scoffed saying ?those boats will never last?. The problem turned out to be exactly the opposite. > > There?s at least two aspects of this observation. One is the waste disposal problem. The other is that boat builders will have a harder time selling new boats if their old boats last forever. > > I?m sure the boat business is full of challenges that I don?t fully appreciate, but I don?t think it?s useful to compare it to the auto business or the housing business, neither of which I fully understand either. Maybe we should just talk about boats. > > ?Peter From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Fri Oct 25 11:01:37 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 11:01:37 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: <20d89ee8-951c-5820-ebbb-ec99d4e7a9c0@generalboats.com> References: <9bb73276-450a-3ea3-5f60-ac95b95dbd76@generalboats.com> <20d89ee8-951c-5820-ebbb-ec99d4e7a9c0@generalboats.com> Message-ID: Don't forget, no one sold more sailboats than JFK. As those of us influenced by the ideals and lifestyle of JFK have let go of sailing, there has been a corresponding overall decline in the sport. That's not to say everyone who enjoys sailing is a fan of JFK or even nowadays remembers who he was, but we are the cohort that fueled the sailboat boom of the 1970's. Rick Lange From ric at stottarchitecture.com Fri Oct 25 11:22:53 2019 From: ric at stottarchitecture.com (Richard Stott) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 11:22:53 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: References: <9bb73276-450a-3ea3-5f60-ac95b95dbd76@generalboats.com> <20d89ee8-951c-5820-ebbb-ec99d4e7a9c0@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <4881AC6E-23A5-4FFC-986F-39B4B845F1FE@stottarchitecture.com> And on the other side of the aisle and perhaps equally as influential (although not to me) was William F. Buckley Jr. Ric sv Dadventure Richard Stott, AIA, LEED AP www.stottarchitecture.com Office 631-283-1777 Cell 516-965-3164 > On Oct 25, 2019, at 11:01 AM, Rick Lange wrote: > > Don't forget, no one sold more sailboats than JFK. > > As those of us influenced by the ideals and lifestyle of JFK have let go of > sailing, there has been a corresponding overall decline in the sport. > That's not to say everyone who enjoys sailing is a fan of JFK or even > nowadays remembers who he was, but we are the cohort that fueled the > sailboat boom of the 1970's. > > Rick Lange From shawn.sustain at gmail.com Fri Oct 25 11:39:45 2019 From: shawn.sustain at gmail.com (Shawn Boles) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 08:39:45 -0700 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: <4881AC6E-23A5-4FFC-986F-39B4B845F1FE@stottarchitecture.com> References: <9bb73276-450a-3ea3-5f60-ac95b95dbd76@generalboats.com> <20d89ee8-951c-5820-ebbb-ec99d4e7a9c0@generalboats.com> <4881AC6E-23A5-4FFC-986F-39B4B845F1FE@stottarchitecture.com> Message-ID: Add Ted Turner to the mix. Cheers, Shawn s/v Sweet Baboo On Fri, Oct 25, 2019, 8:22 AM Richard Stott wrote: > And on the other side of the aisle and perhaps equally as influential > (although not to me) was William F. Buckley Jr. > Ric > sv Dadventure > > Richard Stott, AIA, LEED AP > www.stottarchitecture.com > Office 631-283-1777 > Cell 516-965-3164 > > > > > > > On Oct 25, 2019, at 11:01 AM, Rick Lange > wrote: > > > > Don't forget, no one sold more sailboats than JFK. > > > > As those of us influenced by the ideals and lifestyle of JFK have let go > of > > sailing, there has been a corresponding overall decline in the sport. > > That's not to say everyone who enjoys sailing is a fan of JFK or even > > nowadays remembers who he was, but we are the cohort that fueled the > > sailboat boom of the 1970's. > > > > Rick Lange > > From dwbrad at gmail.com Fri Oct 25 13:50:47 2019 From: dwbrad at gmail.com (David Bradley) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 13:50:47 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <86F5D5A3-3C4F-4F63-BA03-9C5E63E3D56F@gmail.com> We had Gary Jobson as a speaker at an event a few weeks ago and he had great stories about the early days sailing with Ted Turner. We also got to take a sail on Weatherly. 1962 Americas Cup winner. Very special. Dave > On Oct 25, 2019, at 11:40 AM, Shawn Boles wrote: > > ?Add Ted Turner to the mix. > > Cheers, > > Shawn > s/v Sweet Baboo > >> On Fri, Oct 25, 2019, 8:22 AM Richard Stott >> wrote: >> >> And on the other side of the aisle and perhaps equally as influential >> (although not to me) was William F. Buckley Jr. >> Ric >> sv Dadventure >> >> Richard Stott, AIA, LEED AP >> www.stottarchitecture.com >> Office 631-283-1777 >> Cell 516-965-3164 >> >> >> >> >> >>> On Oct 25, 2019, at 11:01 AM, Rick Lange >> wrote: >>> >>> Don't forget, no one sold more sailboats than JFK. >>> >>> As those of us influenced by the ideals and lifestyle of JFK have let go >> of >>> sailing, there has been a corresponding overall decline in the sport. >>> That's not to say everyone who enjoys sailing is a fan of JFK or even >>> nowadays remembers who he was, but we are the cohort that fueled the >>> sailboat boom of the 1970's. >>> >>> Rick Lange >> >> From a_czerwonky at yahoo.com Fri Oct 25 14:28:07 2019 From: a_czerwonky at yahoo.com (Art Czerwonky) Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 18:28:07 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb business In-Reply-To: <86F5D5A3-3C4F-4F63-BA03-9C5E63E3D56F@gmail.com> References: <86F5D5A3-3C4F-4F63-BA03-9C5E63E3D56F@gmail.com> Message-ID: <255806670.665785.1572028087034@mail.yahoo.com> Dave, great to see your post. I can imagine the sail on Weatherly.? Ted Turner is a rare event in recent years in Atlanta town.? I remember his remarks at an Atlanta Chamber event in the mid 90`s when His debt load was heaviest - totally non-chalant in saying no worries, - a million here, a million there. Best,Art Czerwonky Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Fri, Oct 25, 2019 at 1:51 PM, David Bradley wrote: We had Gary Jobson as a speaker at an event a few weeks ago and he had great stories about the early days sailing with Ted Turner.? We also got to take a sail on Weatherly. 1962 Americas Cup winner. Very special. Dave > On Oct 25, 2019, at 11:40 AM, Shawn Boles wrote: > > ?Add Ted Turner to the mix. > > Cheers, > > Shawn > s/v Sweet Baboo > >> On Fri, Oct 25, 2019, 8:22 AM Richard Stott >> wrote: >> >> And on the other side of the aisle and perhaps equally as influential >> (although not to me) was William F. Buckley Jr. >> Ric >> sv Dadventure >> >> Richard Stott, AIA, LEED AP >> www.stottarchitecture.com >> Office? 631-283-1777 >> Cell? ? ? ? ? ? 516-965-3164 >> >> >> >> >> >>> On Oct 25, 2019, at 11:01 AM, Rick Lange >> wrote: >>> >>> Don't forget, no one sold more sailboats than JFK. >>> >>> As those of us influenced by the ideals and lifestyle of JFK have let go >> of >>> sailing, there has been a corresponding overall decline in the sport. >>> That's not to say everyone who enjoys sailing is a fan of JFK or even >>> nowadays remembers who he was, but we are the cohort that fueled the >>> sailboat boom of the 1970's. >>> >>> Rick Lange >> >> From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Sat Oct 26 07:01:12 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2019 04:01:12 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly In-Reply-To: References: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1572087672443-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Peter and Roger....thanks for letting me know all looks well with my connections. George -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From stan at generalboats.com Sat Oct 26 07:44:18 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2019 07:44:18 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly In-Reply-To: <1572087672443-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1572087672443-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <34eaf186-0287-fc0f-b5e2-44212a8733c8@generalboats.com> I am not so sure about the traveler.? The one time adjustment line cleating wants to be on the aft vertical side of the car.? Could you send a clearer photo. ?stan On 10/26/19 7:01 AM, Gmorganflier wrote: > Peter and Roger....thanks for letting me know all looks well with my > connections. > > George > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > > From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Sat Oct 26 11:27:14 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2019 08:27:14 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly In-Reply-To: <34eaf186-0287-fc0f-b5e2-44212a8733c8@generalboats.com> References: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1572087672443-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <34eaf186-0287-fc0f-b5e2-44212a8733c8@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <1572103634360-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Stan, Thanks for taking a look....I will post some better photos later today. George -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From gmorgan.flier at gmail.com Sat Oct 26 14:02:23 2019 From: gmorgan.flier at gmail.com (Gmorganflier) Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2019 11:02:23 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly In-Reply-To: <1572103634360-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1572087672443-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <34eaf186-0287-fc0f-b5e2-44212a8733c8@generalboats.com> <1572103634360-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1572112943888-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Stan, Get catch on how I mounted the traveler. After going to the boatyard to take the photo, I see I probably have it backwards. One quick question. Do you recommend loosening the tension on the backstays when the boat is not in use or leave them tight? I see different opinions on the list. Thanks, George CA31211F-DAF4-4A63-869A-25EF273EAB20.jpeg -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From stan at generalboats.com Sat Oct 26 17:38:20 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Sat, 26 Oct 2019 17:38:20 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] New Traveler and Outhaul...do I have it set up correctly In-Reply-To: <1572112943888-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571876201388-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1572087672443-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <34eaf186-0287-fc0f-b5e2-44212a8733c8@generalboats.com> <1572103634360-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1572112943888-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: It would work the way you originally had it, when sailing backwards. I have never thought of loosening the back stays after sailing. As you can gather from 50 years of design tweaking I want my sailing time to be spent as much as humanly possible, sailing.? If some on the list suggest loosening the back stays before abandoning ship, there may be something to that?? If too lose the mast could move independent of boat motion, which does not sound too sound to me.? Maybe there is a sweet spot but I don't see it being too critical and would skip it: a)?? It flies in the face of my sailing philosophy above. b)?? And/or, should the set-it-loose group have merit and you do not heed their advice, good.? That might be meritorious for GB's parts business. your open minded, motive minded boat builder, stan On 10/26/19 2:02 PM, Gmorganflier wrote: > Stan, > > Good catch on how I mounted the traveler. After going to the boatyard to take > the photo, I see I probably have it backwards. > > One quick question. Do you recommend loosening the tension on the backstays > when the boat is not in use or leave them tight? I see different opinions on > the list. > > Thanks, > > George CA31211F-DAF4-4A63-869A-25EF273EAB20.jpeg > > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > > From tvpolise at aol.com Mon Oct 28 08:42:01 2019 From: tvpolise at aol.com (Thomas Polise) Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 08:42:01 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram Message-ID: <9B1CE1CB-56F9-4FCD-86B9-8F0DDF3E2EEA@aol.com> Does anyone have a wiring diagram with battery switch? My boat has independent battery circuits and no switch. I?m also looking for specs on solar panel replacement. From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Mon Oct 28 23:39:42 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Mon, 28 Oct 2019 22:39:42 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: So here is a document the has all the links for all the trips I have taken on my current R22. Obviously we love to cruise this boat. If there is anything I can do to help you plan a cruise, let me know. I may not be too quick to respond after November as we will be in the Bahamas (not always the best wi-fi sometimes) for the winter, so it may take a day or two to respond. On Tue, Oct 22, 2019 at 8:16 AM Jesse Shumaker < jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com> wrote: > Chris, I have really enjoyed reading about your travels in Greece. Thanks > for taking the time to document your adventures. I don't recall seeing the > details of the other travels in PNW and Sea of Cortez that you mentioned. > That would be great if you could re-post or send a link to a past post with > those attachments. > > Jesse > S/V Zephyr > Omaha, Nebraska > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From gramille at tds.net Tue Oct 29 10:18:30 2019 From: gramille at tds.net (gramille) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 07:18:30 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] getting ready for winter Message-ID: <1572358710513-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Sadly, my R22 is now on the hard. Mast is down and I am about to cover her up. I have a marine head (which has not been used for a long while). I have drained the water from the holding tank via the tap. Two questions:- 1. Is there anything else I need to do to winterize the marine head? 2. When draining the tank via the tap, the pump motor stuck on and I had to disconnect it. Has anyone else had that trouble and what should I do to fix the problem? Cheers Graham sv 00Sailin -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From mweisner at ebsmed.com Tue Oct 29 14:37:04 2019 From: mweisner at ebsmed.com (mweisner at ebsmed.com) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 14:37:04 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <004001d58e87$dce34a30$96a9de90$@ebsmed.com> Chris, I didn't see the attached document. Mike s/v Wind Lass ('91) Nissequogue River, NY -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Chris Geankoplis Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 11:40 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 So here is a document the has all the links for all the trips I have taken on my current R22. Obviously we love to cruise this boat. If there is anything I can do to help you plan a cruise, let me know. I may not be too quick to respond after November as we will be in the Bahamas (not always the best wi-fi sometimes) for the winter, so it may take a day or two to respond. On Tue, Oct 22, 2019 at 8:16 AM Jesse Shumaker < jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com> wrote: > Chris, I have really enjoyed reading about your travels in Greece. > Thanks for taking the time to document your adventures. I don't > recall seeing the details of the other travels in PNW and Sea of Cortez that you mentioned. > That would be great if you could re-post or send a link to a past post > with those attachments. > > Jesse > S/V Zephyr > Omaha, Nebraska > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From sloopblueheron at gmail.com Tue Oct 29 14:54:14 2019 From: sloopblueheron at gmail.com (Rick Lange) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 14:54:14 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] getting ready for winter In-Reply-To: <1572358710513-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1572358710513-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Graham, Pull antifreeze up the water intake and flush some of it, leaving some in the bowl about 3" deep. Regards, Rick Lange On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 10:07 AM gramille wrote: > Sadly, my R22 is now on the hard. Mast is down and I am about to cover her > up. > I have a marine head (which has not been used for a long while). > I have drained the water from the holding tank via the tap. > Two questions:- > 1. Is there anything else I need to do to winterize the marine head? > 2. When draining the tank via the tap, the pump motor stuck on and I had to > disconnect it. > Has anyone else had that trouble and what should I do to fix the problem? > Cheers > Graham sv 00Sailin > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From mweisner at ebsmed.com Tue Oct 29 15:00:50 2019 From: mweisner at ebsmed.com (mweisner at ebsmed.com) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 15:00:50 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram In-Reply-To: <9B1CE1CB-56F9-4FCD-86B9-8F0DDF3E2EEA@aol.com> References: <9B1CE1CB-56F9-4FCD-86B9-8F0DDF3E2EEA@aol.com> Message-ID: <004501d58e8b$2fd193c0$8f74bb40$@ebsmed.com> Hi Thomas, Several owners have created wiring diagrams from their boats as follows: From Chris Cowie 12/25/09 6:28pm: I am trying to better understand how my boat is wired and am putting together some wiring diagrams per the enclosed sketches. These sketches will be updated as I learn more about what all the wires mean, where they go and what they do but this is my start. I am open to any suggestions, critique or insight from any members better versed in how our electrical systems work. What I am trying to show in my diagram is as follows: 1. The outboard has a single set of wires that appear to go to a block with pos and neg terminals to which the starter is also connected. This block appears to be connected direct to battery #2, my starter battery. I think the battery #2 directly powers the starter and lift and also receives a charge direct from the outboard alternator. 2. I believe the two solar panels go direct to battery #2 but I am not sure. If I am correct then battery #2 would always receive a trickle charge when the sun is shining and battery #2 could also receive a charge if the battery switch is in the both position. 3. The battery switch seems to control how power is provided from battery #1 and or battery #2 to the power bus. 4. The power bus seems to provide power to the main panel, the macerator, the water pump, the vhf radio. I see two big white wires and three small white wires, two big black wires and four small black wires, I don't understand were all of these go and what they do. 5. The main distribution panel seems to have switches that control circuits to each of the appliances, cabin lights, dc outlets etc.... With input and corrections I can post a more accurate set of diagrams for fleet reference. See attachments (Wiring05, Wiring06, Wiring07 & Wiring08) at the end of the entire email. From Chris Cowie 04/12/10 400pm: I am adding some electronic equipment and spent the time to figure out how the main wiring is set up in my boat. I thought the group might enjoy seeing how this is set up. Enclosed is a schematic sketch for reference. Note that the solar panel #2 goes direct to battery #2 and solar panel #1 goes direct to the power panel that is connected to battery #1. This arrangement allows the solar panels to always be charging even if the main battery switch is turned to the off position. The bus bar is always hot from battery #1 that means the macerator and water pump will always have power from battery #1. The terminals located in the lazaret is always hot from battery #2 that means the electric start and power lift always has power. Having the bus bar and lazaret terminals hot allows the power control panel to remain a manageable size. See attachment (Wiring2010) at the end of the entire email. Mike s/v Wind Lass ('91) Nissequogue River, NY -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Thomas Polise via Rhodes22-list Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 8:42 AM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram Does anyone have a wiring diagram with battery switch? My boat has independent battery circuits and no switch. I?m also looking for specs on solar panel replacement. -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Name: Wiring2010.jpg Type: image/jpeg Size: 177353 bytes Desc: not available URL: From tvpolise at aol.com Tue Oct 29 15:13:31 2019 From: tvpolise at aol.com (THOMAS POLISE) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 15:13:31 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram In-Reply-To: <004501d58e8b$2fd193c0$8f74bb40$@ebsmed.com> References: <9B1CE1CB-56F9-4FCD-86B9-8F0DDF3E2EEA@aol.com> <004501d58e8b$2fd193c0$8f74bb40$@ebsmed.com> Message-ID: Thank you! Beautiful sketches, you must be an Architect. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2019, at 3:00 PM, wrote: > > Hi Thomas, > > Several owners have created wiring diagrams from their boats as follows: > > From Chris Cowie 12/25/09 6:28pm: > I am trying to better understand how my boat is wired and am putting together > some wiring diagrams per the enclosed sketches. These sketches will be > updated as I learn more about what all the wires mean, where they go and what > they do but this is my start. I am open to any suggestions, critique or insight > from any members better versed in how our electrical systems work. > What I am trying to show in my diagram is as follows: > > 1. The outboard has a single set of wires that appear to go to a block with > pos and neg terminals to which the starter is also connected. This > block appears to be connected direct to battery #2, my starter battery. > I think the battery #2 directly powers the starter and lift and also > receives a charge direct from the outboard alternator. > > 2. I believe the two solar panels go direct to battery #2 but I am not sure. > If I am correct then battery #2 would always receive a trickle charge > when the sun is shining and battery #2 could also receive a charge if > the battery switch is in the both position. > > 3. The battery switch seems to control how power is provided from battery #1 > and or battery #2 to the power bus. > > 4. The power bus seems to provide power to the main panel, the macerator, > the water pump, the vhf radio. I see two big white wires and three > small white wires, two big black wires and four small black wires, > I don't understand were all of these go and what they do. > > 5. The main distribution panel seems to have switches that control circuits > to each of the appliances, cabin lights, dc outlets etc.... > > With input and corrections I can post a more accurate set of diagrams for fleet reference. > See attachments (Wiring05, Wiring06, Wiring07 & Wiring08) at the end of the entire email. > > From Chris Cowie 04/12/10 400pm: > I am adding some electronic equipment and spent the time to figure out how the > main wiring is set up in my boat. I thought the group might enjoy seeing how this > is set up. Enclosed is a schematic sketch for reference. Note that the solar > panel #2 goes direct to battery #2 and solar panel #1 goes direct to the power > panel that is connected to battery #1. This arrangement allows the solar panels > to always be charging even if the main battery switch is turned to the off position. > The bus bar is always hot from battery #1 that means the macerator and water > pump will always have power from battery #1. The terminals located in the lazaret > is always hot from battery #2 that means the electric start and power lift always > has power. Having the bus bar and lazaret terminals hot allows the power control > panel to remain a manageable size. > See attachment (Wiring2010) at the end of the entire email. > > Mike > s/v Wind Lass ('91) > Nissequogue River, NY > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Thomas Polise via Rhodes22-list > Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 8:42 AM > To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org > Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram > > Does anyone have a wiring diagram with battery switch? My boat has independent battery circuits and no switch. I?m also looking for specs on solar panel replacement. > > > > > From tvpolise at aol.com Tue Oct 29 15:13:31 2019 From: tvpolise at aol.com (THOMAS POLISE) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 15:13:31 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram In-Reply-To: <004501d58e8b$2fd193c0$8f74bb40$@ebsmed.com> References: <9B1CE1CB-56F9-4FCD-86B9-8F0DDF3E2EEA@aol.com> <004501d58e8b$2fd193c0$8f74bb40$@ebsmed.com> Message-ID: Thank you! Beautiful sketches, you must be an Architect. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2019, at 3:00 PM, wrote: > > Hi Thomas, > > Several owners have created wiring diagrams from their boats as follows: > > From Chris Cowie 12/25/09 6:28pm: > I am trying to better understand how my boat is wired and am putting together > some wiring diagrams per the enclosed sketches. These sketches will be > updated as I learn more about what all the wires mean, where they go and what > they do but this is my start. I am open to any suggestions, critique or insight > from any members better versed in how our electrical systems work. > What I am trying to show in my diagram is as follows: > > 1. The outboard has a single set of wires that appear to go to a block with > pos and neg terminals to which the starter is also connected. This > block appears to be connected direct to battery #2, my starter battery. > I think the battery #2 directly powers the starter and lift and also > receives a charge direct from the outboard alternator. > > 2. I believe the two solar panels go direct to battery #2 but I am not sure. > If I am correct then battery #2 would always receive a trickle charge > when the sun is shining and battery #2 could also receive a charge if > the battery switch is in the both position. > > 3. The battery switch seems to control how power is provided from battery #1 > and or battery #2 to the power bus. > > 4. The power bus seems to provide power to the main panel, the macerator, > the water pump, the vhf radio. I see two big white wires and three > small white wires, two big black wires and four small black wires, > I don't understand were all of these go and what they do. > > 5. The main distribution panel seems to have switches that control circuits > to each of the appliances, cabin lights, dc outlets etc.... > > With input and corrections I can post a more accurate set of diagrams for fleet reference. > See attachments (Wiring05, Wiring06, Wiring07 & Wiring08) at the end of the entire email. > > From Chris Cowie 04/12/10 400pm: > I am adding some electronic equipment and spent the time to figure out how the > main wiring is set up in my boat. I thought the group might enjoy seeing how this > is set up. Enclosed is a schematic sketch for reference. Note that the solar > panel #2 goes direct to battery #2 and solar panel #1 goes direct to the power > panel that is connected to battery #1. This arrangement allows the solar panels > to always be charging even if the main battery switch is turned to the off position. > The bus bar is always hot from battery #1 that means the macerator and water > pump will always have power from battery #1. The terminals located in the lazaret > is always hot from battery #2 that means the electric start and power lift always > has power. Having the bus bar and lazaret terminals hot allows the power control > panel to remain a manageable size. > See attachment (Wiring2010) at the end of the entire email. > > Mike > s/v Wind Lass ('91) > Nissequogue River, NY > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Thomas Polise via Rhodes22-list > Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 8:42 AM > To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org > Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram > > Does anyone have a wiring diagram with battery switch? My boat has independent battery circuits and no switch. I?m also looking for specs on solar panel replacement. > > > > > From ccowie at cowieassociates.com Tue Oct 29 15:17:12 2019 From: ccowie at cowieassociates.com (Chris Cowie) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 19:17:12 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram In-Reply-To: References: <9B1CE1CB-56F9-4FCD-86B9-8F0DDF3E2EEA@aol.com> <004501d58e8b$2fd193c0$8f74bb40$@ebsmed.com> Message-ID: Yes, I am an architect. Christopher P. Cowie? ?? 700 N Fairfax Street Suite 304 Alexandria, Virginia 22314 703.717.9103 ex.204 ? 202.270.1470 mobile [ccowie at cowieassociates.com] Please consider the environment before printing this email. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of THOMAS POLISE via Rhodes22-list Sent: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 3:14 PM To: mweisner at ebsmed.com Cc: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram Thank you! Beautiful sketches, you must be an Architect. Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2019, at 3:00 PM, wrote: > > Hi Thomas, > > Several owners have created wiring diagrams from their boats as follows: > > From Chris Cowie 12/25/09 6:28pm: > I am trying to better understand how my boat is wired and am putting together > some wiring diagrams per the enclosed sketches. These sketches will be > updated as I learn more about what all the wires mean, where they go and what > they do but this is my start. I am open to any suggestions, critique or insight > from any members better versed in how our electrical systems work. > What I am trying to show in my diagram is as follows: > > 1. The outboard has a single set of wires that appear to go to a block with > pos and neg terminals to which the starter is also connected. This > block appears to be connected direct to battery #2, my starter battery. > I think the battery #2 directly powers the starter and lift and also > receives a charge direct from the outboard alternator. > > 2. I believe the two solar panels go direct to battery #2 but I am not sure. > If I am correct then battery #2 would always receive a trickle charge > when the sun is shining and battery #2 could also receive a charge if > the battery switch is in the both position. > > 3. The battery switch seems to control how power is provided from battery #1 > and or battery #2 to the power bus. > > 4. The power bus seems to provide power to the main panel, the macerator, > the water pump, the vhf radio. I see two big white wires and three > small white wires, two big black wires and four small black wires, > I don't understand were all of these go and what they do. > > 5. The main distribution panel seems to have switches that control circuits > to each of the appliances, cabin lights, dc outlets etc.... > > With input and corrections I can post a more accurate set of diagrams for fleet reference. > See attachments (Wiring05, Wiring06, Wiring07 & Wiring08) at the end of the entire email. > > From Chris Cowie 04/12/10 400pm: > I am adding some electronic equipment and spent the time to figure out how the > main wiring is set up in my boat. I thought the group might enjoy seeing how this > is set up. Enclosed is a schematic sketch for reference. Note that the solar > panel #2 goes direct to battery #2 and solar panel #1 goes direct to the power > panel that is connected to battery #1. This arrangement allows the solar panels > to always be charging even if the main battery switch is turned to the off position. > The bus bar is always hot from battery #1 that means the macerator and water > pump will always have power from battery #1. The terminals located in the lazaret > is always hot from battery #2 that means the electric start and power lift always > has power. Having the bus bar and lazaret terminals hot allows the power control > panel to remain a manageable size. > See attachment (Wiring2010) at the end of the entire email. > > Mike > s/v Wind Lass ('91) > Nissequogue River, NY > > -----Original Message----- > From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Thomas Polise via Rhodes22-list > Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 8:42 AM > To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org > Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Wiring Diagram > > Does anyone have a wiring diagram with battery switch? My boat has independent battery circuits and no switch. I?m also looking for specs on solar panel replacement. > > > > > From roger_pihlaja at msn.com Tue Oct 29 18:32:46 2019 From: roger_pihlaja at msn.com (ROGER PIHLAJA) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 22:32:46 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] getting ready for winter In-Reply-To: <1572358710513-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1572358710513-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Put a gallon of potable antifreeze into the water tank. Then run the tap until the tank runs dry again. This will purge all the remaining water from the pump, lines, and sink fixtures. The previous post re how to winterize the head and holding tank is correct. S/V Dynamic Equilbrium has a manual water pump, so I can?t help you with the water pump not shutting off. One thing to check, is the water pump controlled by a switch that has 3 positions: Manual/Off/Auto? You may have it in the Manual on position. Other than that, it sounds like you have a faulty flow switch. But, I haven?t got a clue where that might be located. I would start looking at the pump itself for the flow switch. I just put S/V Dynamic Equilbrium into winter storage last week, pulled my swim platform out of the water over the weekend, and winterized my RIB yesterday. Summer is well and truly over. Snow is forecast for Thursday. Sigh! Roger Pihlaja S/V Dynamic Equilbrium Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 29, 2019, at 10:07 AM, gramille wrote: > > ?Sadly, my R22 is now on the hard. Mast is down and I am about to cover her > up. > I have a marine head (which has not been used for a long while). > I have drained the water from the holding tank via the tap. > Two questions:- > 1. Is there anything else I need to do to winterize the marine head? > 2. When draining the tank via the tap, the pump motor stuck on and I had to > disconnect it. > Has anyone else had that trouble and what should I do to fix the problem? > Cheers > Graham sv 00Sailin > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com Tue Oct 29 21:25:24 2019 From: jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com (Jesse Shumaker) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 18:25:24 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <004001d58e87$dce34a30$96a9de90$@ebsmed.com> References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <004001d58e87$dce34a30$96a9de90$@ebsmed.com> Message-ID: <1572398724003-0.post@n5.nabble.com> I got the following attachment from Chris via email. Chris, thanks for sending this our way! Links_to_all_sailing_trips_for_E1.docx If you (or anyone else on the list) is passing through Omaha, feel free to stop by and say hello. If it is in sailing season then you're welcome to come out on Zephyr, my R22. Regarding trip planning, I may ask for some advice next season. I'm planning a couple of regional road trips. One to Lake Francis Case in South Dakota, and another to Lake Rathbun in Iowa. While these are not the ocean or Great Lakes, they are a lot bigger than my home puddle of Lake Manawa . -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From mark at whipplefamily.com Tue Oct 29 22:30:19 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 22:30:19 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Inverter In-Reply-To: <1572398724003-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <004001d58e87$dce34a30$96a9de90$@ebsmed.com> <1572398724003-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: I can't find it now, but someone mentioned they had installed an inverter in their R22. I'd like to know how large a converter was installed and where it was installed. Thanks in advance, Mark Whipple Boston, MA s/v Tiny Dancer, 2000 R22 Compac 16 Nimble 30 yawl (for sale!) From chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com Tue Oct 29 22:39:40 2019 From: chrisgeankoplis at gmail.com (Chris Geankoplis) Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2019 21:39:40 -0500 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <1572398724003-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <004001d58e87$dce34a30$96a9de90$@ebsmed.com> <1572398724003-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Oh they will be fun! Count on it. Chris G On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 8:14 PM Jesse Shumaker < jesse.laten.shumaker at gmail.com> wrote: > I got the following attachment from Chris via email. Chris, thanks for > sending this our way! > > Links_to_all_sailing_trips_for_E1.docx > < > http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/file/t907/Links_to_all_sailing_trips_for_E1.docx> > > > If you (or anyone else on the list) is passing through Omaha, feel free to > stop by and say hello. If it is in sailing season then you're welcome to > come out on Zephyr, my R22. > > Regarding trip planning, I may ask for some advice next season. I'm > planning a couple of regional road trips. One to Lake Francis Case > < > http://sdmissouririver.com/follow-the-river/the-four-lakes-and-dams/lake-francis-case/> > > in South Dakota, and another to Lake Rathbun > in Iowa. While these are not the > ocean or Great Lakes, they are a lot bigger than my home puddle of Lake > Manawa > < > https://www.iowadnr.gov/Places-to-Go/State-Parks/Iowa-State-Parks/ParkDetails/parkid/610144> > > . > > > > > > > -- > Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ > From jfn302 at yahoo.com Wed Oct 30 09:27:48 2019 From: jfn302 at yahoo.com (James Nichols) Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 13:27:48 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Inverter In-Reply-To: References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <004001d58e87$dce34a30$96a9de90$@ebsmed.com> <1572398724003-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1779559273.2052790.1572442068707@mail.yahoo.com> The size of the inverter you want is going to be more along the lines what you want to power.?? A computer takes about 90-120w depending on the laptop.? Cell phone chargers take less than 15w. If you plan on charging a couple phones and tablets along with powering a couple laptops,? then you can install a 500w inverter and it will cover your power needs.? If you plan on running a coffee maker, microwave oven or hair dryer as well,? make it a 2,000w inverter.?? And add a few more batteries.? As for where to install it,? as close to the batteries as possible but still convenient to use the plugs and switches on it.? There are more complicated methods to install it where you run the power cable through the breaker panel and extend the connections with a power strip so you can hide the inverter.? But most of the time it is best just to make it readily accessible.? James Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 9:30 PM, Mark Whipple wrote: I can't find it now, but someone mentioned they had installed an inverter in their R22. I'd like to know how large a converter was installed and where it was installed. Thanks in advance, Mark Whipple Boston, MA s/v Tiny Dancer, 2000 R22 Compac 16 Nimble 30 yawl (for sale!) From gramille at tds.net Wed Oct 30 09:44:46 2019 From: gramille at tds.net (gramille) Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 06:44:46 -0700 (MST) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] getting ready for winter In-Reply-To: References: <1572358710513-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: <1572443086768-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Thanks. Already lookin g forward to Spring! -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From allynb at adsne.com Wed Oct 30 10:22:19 2019 From: allynb at adsne.com (Allyn Baskerville) Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 14:22:19 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <1571704772857-0.post@n5.nabble.com> References: <7E6E5717-0BD9-4FA7-9603-A248828DE839@sunnybeeches.com> <1571704772857-0.post@n5.nabble.com> Message-ID: Great info, and thanks for the pic. I started trying to remove the cabin carpet, but it seems to be glued down. However, I don't see glue on the decking in your picture. Is there a trick to getting the carpet up without tearing up the carpet? I like this idea - I want to cut as little as possible. Do you have a link to the solar panels? I may end up installing larger panels, but I'd like to check out these out. Copy that regarding the baffles. We have lots of racoons here - I think a family of 8 and another of 5. They eat most of our grapes and figs. Thanks for your response. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of S/V Lark Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 7:40 PM To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 I plumbed a bilge pump differently then most, The standard solution requires stringers be perforated and the galley removed, or the hose run forward to the v berth, back with the galley faucet supply, and teed into the gray water drain. Some inland lakes don?t allow this drain. My boat has a center section of sole over the centerboard that can be removed without touching the settee or galley. I had pulled it to solve a plug in my centerboard pennant tube, and took the opportunity to run a bilge pump from the little access plate aft to the cockpit. As designed there is a chase from the cabin casting that goes up then back down in the cockpit. I ran a hose and elbow through this gap without having to affect watertight integrity. I believe it is high enough that either the cockpit or cabin can flood to sea level without cascade flooding, The water drains to the cockpit. The advantage is I will see water running if I?m single handing and can?t hear the pump. Rise and run length are limited. The disadvantage is sometimes the cockpit drain must be plugged when carrying a large number of passengers. Obviously a major leak when moored will drain the battery and flood the compartment nearly up to the cushions. I have stock solar panels. One died last winter, the replacement is available but pricy. I stuck with stock since the footprint is convenient. Upgrading lights to LED, pull start motor, high efficiency 12 volt fan for sleeping and avoiding too many gizmos has been adequate for me. I can cruise six days without significantly draining the batteries, even with frequent charging of the iPad and phone. I did not sail after dark much on these trips. My motor does provide some charge as well (60 w 5 amp at full throttle). One other improvement I would suggest. Add baffles to partially seal off the cockpit from lazarette. I riveted corrugated plastic sign material. Otherwise you get to take raccoons sailing. Alex ----- Alex Cole S/V Lark -- Sent from: http://rhodes-22.1065344.n5.nabble.com/ From allynb at adsne.com Wed Oct 30 10:34:23 2019 From: allynb at adsne.com (Allyn Baskerville) Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 14:34:23 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 In-Reply-To: <006401d58864$8051f6a0$80f5e3e0$@ebsmed.com> References: <006401d58864$8051f6a0$80f5e3e0$@ebsmed.com> Message-ID: OK, I like this idea, and I have a brand new Flojet pump that has been sitting in the box for 5 years. Thanks for the info. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Michael D. Weisner Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 6:09 PM To: 'The Rhodes 22 Email List' Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 We discussed this very topic on the list a month ago. I have replaced my Rubbermaid water tank as specified in the thread: http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/2019-September/083470.html I discussed it with Stan at the show last weekend and he said they used the Rubbermaid tank because it was easier to clean as it could be disassembled. I had never thought about that! I still prefer the classacustoms.com tank. I carry separate water for drinking. I bought a Seaflo 12V 1.2 GPM 35 PSI Water Pressure Diaphragm Pump from Amazon for $30 and am very pleased with it. You do need to change out the supply to the faucet to a reinforced hose so that the pressure builds up and the pump shuts off. Mike s/v Wind Lass ('91) Nissequogue River, NY -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Allyn Baskerville Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 3:25 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 Thanks for the responses. I never said it didn't work, but the first thing I thought when I saw it, "You know you're a redneck if..." I read a lot about Rhodes quality before I purchased the boat, and this simply surprised me. I really think this is the perfect boat for us now - we just need to get it in the water. -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Rick Lange Sent: Monday, October 21, 2019 1:57 PM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Several Questions about a New-to-Me Rhodes 22 Sounds about right. Works great. Keep it. Regards, Rick Lange On Mon, Oct 21, 2019 at 10:54 AM Charles Nieman wrote: > I have a 98 Rhodes and the water storage tank is exactly as you > describe, blue plastic storage container off the shelf at Walmart or > something. I think that is General Boats original from those days. > > Sent from my iPhone > > Charles Nieman > > > > On Oct 20, 2019, at 8:21 PM, Allyn Baskerville wrote: > > > > It's probably not good etiquette to ask several questions at once, > > but > I'll see how far I get. I just brought home a 2001 Rhodes 22, and I > purchased it as sight-unseen, but I figured for the price it was worth it. > There were a few things misrepresented, but I'm pleased overall. > > > > 1) The solar panels are no good. They are cracked, and I'd like more > capacity. Has anyone upgraded to 100W solar? > > 2) The water tank has been replaced with a blue storage container > > like > what you'd get from Walmart. The lid is screwed on with 3 dozen or > more screws, but I don't want to take it apart. That needs to go. What > is an acceptable replacement? > > 3) I'm going to be spending an extended time cruising next summer, > > and I > need to install a bilge pump. The most logical place I can find is > under the battery next to the head. I'm not sure how to get the water > out, but the sink seems reasonable. I'm not able to see how to get the > drain line to the sink since no floor panels life out. > > 4) The previous owner tied a spreader down when he moved it. It > > doesn't > look bent, but one side seems considerably looser than the other. I > don't see how to tighten these down. Any suggestions? > > 5) I'd like to replace the water line to the sink. Again, I don't > > see a > way to access it to do this. Any help? > > 6) I don't believe the boat has been sailed since 2011. The genoa > > has > had the edge exposed to the sunlight since then, and it's faded. I'm > expecting it to be weak. Are there suggestions for a source for Rhodes > sails? > > 7) I pull loose the power distribution panel, and the anchor light > > wires > are cut about 5" from where they are screwed on. I don't see the cut > end anywhere behind the panel. Any suggestions as to how to get access > to the wires? Do I have to drop the headliner? > > > > Thanks - Baker > > 8) Is there a source for the mast stepper or plans for a DIY? > > > From mark at whipplefamily.com Wed Oct 30 10:38:53 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:38:53 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Inverter In-Reply-To: <1779559273.2052790.1572442068707@mail.yahoo.com> References: <1571750816113-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <004001d58e87$dce34a30$96a9de90$@ebsmed.com> <1572398724003-0.post@n5.nabble.com> <1779559273.2052790.1572442068707@mail.yahoo.com> Message-ID: Hi James, Thank you for the input. I probably should have given a little more context.I actually already own a Xantrex 2000W pure sine wave inverter/charger (and associated hardware/wiring) that I was going to install in my Nimble 30, but never got around to doing the install. It's overkill for what I need (and for what I can pull from the batteries) but since I already have it, it doesn't really make sense to buy a different one. Now I'm looking for a place to put it. Since I'll probably remove the holding tank and install a composting toilet, that is a possible location. Just wondering what others have done. Thanks, Mark On Wed, Oct 30, 2019 at 9:27 AM James Nichols via Rhodes22-list < rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote: > The size of the inverter you want is going to be more along the lines what > you want to power. > A computer takes about 90-120w depending on the laptop. Cell phone > chargers take less than 15w. > If you plan on charging a couple phones and tablets along with powering a > couple laptops, then you can install a 500w inverter and it will cover > your power needs. > If you plan on running a coffee maker, microwave oven or hair dryer as > well, make it a 2,000w inverter. > And add a few more batteries. > As for where to install it, as close to the batteries as possible but > still convenient to use the plugs and switches on it. > There are more complicated methods to install it where you run the power > cable through the breaker panel and extend the connections with a power > strip so you can hide the inverter. But most of the time it is best just > to make it readily accessible. > James > Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android > > On Tue, Oct 29, 2019 at 9:30 PM, Mark Whipple > wrote: I can't find it now, but someone mentioned they had installed an > inverter > in their R22. I'd like to know how large a converter was installed and > where it was installed. > > Thanks in advance, > > Mark Whipple > Boston, MA > > s/v Tiny Dancer, 2000 R22 > Compac 16 > Nimble 30 yawl (for sale!) > > From mweisner at ebsmed.com Wed Oct 30 10:49:51 2019 From: mweisner at ebsmed.com (Michael Weisner) Date: Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:49:51 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Inverter In-Reply-To: Message-ID: Hi Mark,I installed a 200W unit screwed to the ceiling of the cabin, next to my VHF, above the galley, near the entrance from the cockpit. The device works reasonably well providing AC and USB receptacles. Be sure to leave space behind the fan for cooling.? It interferes with the AM/FM reception (USB music player time). The product is on Amazon for $20 (200W Car Power Inverter 12V DC to 110V AC Converter with 3.1 A Dual USB Quick Car Charger Adapter). It comes with a cigarette lighter plug if you do not wish to hard wire into the electrical system. Be careful not to run down the battery while using it (at full power it draws 20A!)Mikes/v Wind Lass '91Nissequogue, NY -------- Original message --------From: Mark Whipple Date: 10/29/19 10:30 PM (GMT-05:00) To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Inverter I can't find it now, but someone mentioned they had installed an inverterin their R22. I'd like to know how large a converter was installed andwhere it was installed.Thanks in advance,Mark WhippleBoston, MAs/v Tiny Dancer, 2000 R22Compac 16Nimble 30 yawl (for sale!) From stan at generalboats.com Thu Oct 31 08:05:30 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 08:05:30 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) Message-ID: <40a81c56-7738-4864-7cb4-c82e8d83cccc@generalboats.com> Part one and a half (a GB extra) ?A Contest for all those who either, purchased their Rhodes from General Boats OR, are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: First prize (there are no second or third prizes) for the longest list of advantages in having your Rhodes remain a boat in production:? A $100 credit on one of the following new options: Glass Tiller Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car OR Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) In case of ties, ties will be awarded.? (could not resist that old Henry Morgan line).? Actually all ties for the longest list, posted in the next 24 hours, will be winners. Here is one "advantage" listing for free; 1.??? Ongoing source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on your boat. 2. . . .? (start thinking) good luck From cindyspitzer at gmail.com Thu Oct 31 10:01:26 2019 From: cindyspitzer at gmail.com (Cindy Spitzer) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 10:01:26 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: <40a81c56-7738-4864-7cb4-c82e8d83cccc@generalboats.com> References: <40a81c56-7738-4864-7cb4-c82e8d83cccc@generalboats.com> Message-ID: Clever. See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want and delete the rest. On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: > > Part one and a half (a GB extra) > > I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes > from > General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: > > First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER POSTS > the longest list > of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a boat in production: A $100 > credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the following new RHODES options: > > FIBERglass Tiller > Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler > Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car > OR > Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) > > In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old Henry > Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted in the > next 24 hours, will be winners. > > TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: > > 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION PROVIDES AN ongoing > source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing > holes on your boat. > > 2. . . . (start thinking) > > good luck > > > > From rlowe at vt.edu Thu Oct 31 11:08:44 2019 From: rlowe at vt.edu (Lowe, Rob) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 15:08:44 +0000 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: References: <40a81c56-7738-4864-7cb4-c82e8d83cccc@generalboats.com> Message-ID: Cindy, Where were you when Michael was posting and we all needed de-coder rings to figure out his messages :) - rob -----Original Message----- From: Rhodes22-list On Behalf Of Cindy Spitzer Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2019 10:01 AM To: The Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) Clever. See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want and delete the rest. On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: > > Part one and a half (a GB extra) > > I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes > from General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support > community: > > First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER > POSTS the longest list of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a > boat in production: A $100 credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the > following new RHODES options: > > FIBERglass Tiller > Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler Hard Clew Connected > Outhaul Car OR Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) > > In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old > Henry Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted > in the next 24 hours, will be winners. > > TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: > > 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION PROVIDES AN ongoing > source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on > your boat. > > 2. . . . (start thinking) > > good luck > > > > From mark at whipplefamily.com Thu Oct 31 11:49:46 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 11:49:46 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Inverter In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Thanks, Michael! Mark On Wed, Oct 30, 2019 at 10:49 AM Michael Weisner wrote: > Hi Mark,I installed a 200W unit screwed to the ceiling of the cabin, next > to my VHF, above the galley, near the entrance from the cockpit. The device > works reasonably well providing AC and USB receptacles. Be sure to leave > space behind the fan for cooling. It interferes with the AM/FM reception > (USB music player time). The product is on Amazon for $20 (200W Car Power > Inverter 12V DC to 110V AC Converter with 3.1 A Dual USB Quick Car Charger > Adapter). It comes with a cigarette lighter plug if you do not wish to hard > wire into the electrical system. Be careful not to run down the battery > while using it (at full power it draws 20A!)Mikes/v Wind Lass > '91Nissequogue, NY > -------- Original message --------From: Mark Whipple < > mark at whipplefamily.com> Date: 10/29/19 10:30 PM (GMT-05:00) To: The > Rhodes 22 Email List Subject: > [Rhodes22-list] Inverter I can't find it now, but someone mentioned they > had installed an inverterin their R22. I'd like to know how large a > converter was installed andwhere it was installed.Thanks in advance,Mark > WhippleBoston, MAs/v Tiny Dancer, 2000 R22Compac 16Nimble 30 yawl (for > sale!) From stan at generalboats.com Thu Oct 31 13:10:23 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 13:10:23 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: References: <40a81c56-7738-4864-7cb4-c82e8d83cccc@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> To:? An over the hill writer ("America's Bubble Economy", "Aftershock" and something to do with sex which, incidentally, did not work.) 1.??? Did not know you were on this List. 2.??? It is for Rhodes 22 owners, not O'Day 23 owners so 3,??? Sorry, you are not eligible and 4.??? Stop pulling rank.? (remember what I taught you: age before beauty.) On 10/31/19 10:01 AM, Cindy Spitzer wrote: > Clever. > See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. > Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want and > delete the rest. > > > > On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: > >> Part one and a half (a GB extra) >> >> I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes >> from >> General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: >> >> First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER POSTS >> the longest list of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a boat in production: A $100 credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the following new RHODES options: FIBERglass Tiller Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car OR Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) >> In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old Henry >> Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted in the >> next 24 hours, will be winners. >> >> TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: >> >> 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION provides an ongoing source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on your boat. >> >> 2. . . . (start thinking) >> >> good luck >> >> >> >> > From mark at whipplefamily.com Thu Oct 31 13:58:42 2019 From: mark at whipplefamily.com (Mark Whipple) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 13:58:42 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Boom Room In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Does anyone have a boom room they'd like to sell? Thanks, Mark Whipple Boston, MA 2000 R22 1986 ComPac 16 1987 Nimble 30 yawl (for sale) From spreadgoodnews at gmail.com Thu Oct 31 16:28:27 2019 From: spreadgoodnews at gmail.com (Goodness) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 16:28:27 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> References: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <7B8DB2A8-2AFA-4887-A581-DD31CEC59F87@gmail.com> Prices please? > On Oct 31, 2019, at 1:10 PM, stan wrote: > > ? > To: An over the hill writer ("America's Bubble Economy", "Aftershock" and something to do with sex which, incidentally, did not work.) > > 1. Did not know you were on this List. > > 2. It is for Rhodes 22 owners, not O'Day 23 owners so > > 3, Sorry, you are not eligible and > > 4. Stop pulling rank. (remember what I taught you: age before beauty.) > >> On 10/31/19 10:01 AM, Cindy Spitzer wrote: >> Clever. >> See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. >> Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want and >> delete the rest. >> >> >> >>> On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: >>> >>> Part one and a half (a GB extra) >>> >>> I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes >>> from >>> General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: >>> >>> First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER POSTS >>> the longest list of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a boat in production: A $100 credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the following new RHODES options: > FIBERglass Tiller > Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler > Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car > OR > Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) >>> In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old Henry >>> Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted in the >>> next 24 hours, will be winners. >>> >>> TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: >>> >>> 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION provides an ongoing source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on your boat. >>> >>> 2. . . . (start thinking) >>> >>> good luck >>> >>> >>> >>> >> > From a_czerwonky at yahoo.com Thu Oct 31 16:41:33 2019 From: a_czerwonky at yahoo.com (Art Czerwonky) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 20:41:33 +0000 (UTC) Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Boom Room In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <1107935155.2619564.1572554493362@mail.yahoo.com> Mark, I have made the BR for our R22, not a. clue on the ComPac or Nimble.? Contact me back channel and I can fill you in.Art Czerwonkys,/v MaryJane Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Thu, Oct 31, 2019 at 1:59 PM, Mark Whipple wrote: Does anyone have a boom room they'd like to sell? Thanks, Mark Whipple Boston, MA 2000 R22 1986 ComPac 16 1987 Nimble 30 yawl (for sale) From tavares0947 at gmail.com Thu Oct 31 18:06:11 2019 From: tavares0947 at gmail.com (Todd Tavares) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 18:06:11 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: <7B8DB2A8-2AFA-4887-A581-DD31CEC59F87@gmail.com> References: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> <7B8DB2A8-2AFA-4887-A581-DD31CEC59F87@gmail.com> Message-ID: Am I listed on the C of S roles? Todd T. tavares0947 at gmail.com On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 4:28 PM Goodness wrote: > Prices please? > > > On Oct 31, 2019, at 1:10 PM, stan wrote: > > > > ? > > To: An over the hill writer ("America's Bubble Economy", "Aftershock" > and something to do with sex which, incidentally, did not work.) > > > > 1. Did not know you were on this List. > > > > 2. It is for Rhodes 22 owners, not O'Day 23 owners so > > > > 3, Sorry, you are not eligible and > > > > 4. Stop pulling rank. (remember what I taught you: age before > beauty.) > > > >> On 10/31/19 10:01 AM, Cindy Spitzer wrote: > >> Clever. > >> See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. > >> Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want and > >> delete the rest. > >> > >> > >> > >>> On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: > >>> > >>> Part one and a half (a GB extra) > >>> > >>> I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes > >>> from > >>> General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: > >>> > >>> First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER POSTS > >>> the longest list of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a boat in > production: A $100 credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the following new > RHODES options: > > FIBERglass Tiller > > Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler > > Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car > > OR > > Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) > >>> In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old > Henry > >>> Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted in the > >>> next 24 hours, will be winners. > >>> > >>> TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: > >>> > >>> 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION provides an > ongoing source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on > your boat. > >>> > >>> 2. . . . (start thinking) > >>> > >>> good luck > >>> > >>> > >>> > >>> > >> > > > From tavares0947 at gmail.com Thu Oct 31 18:08:20 2019 From: tavares0947 at gmail.com (Todd Tavares) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 18:08:20 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: References: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> <7B8DB2A8-2AFA-4887-A581-DD31CEC59F87@gmail.com> Message-ID: If not, can I still send you the $31.50? (10% of my FIRST R22 purchase price) I bought it at an auction. Todd T. tavares0947 at gmail.com On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 6:06 PM Todd Tavares wrote: > Am I listed on the C of S roles? > > Todd T. > > tavares0947 at gmail.com > > On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 4:28 PM Goodness wrote: > >> Prices please? >> >> > On Oct 31, 2019, at 1:10 PM, stan wrote: >> > >> > ? >> > To: An over the hill writer ("America's Bubble Economy", "Aftershock" >> and something to do with sex which, incidentally, did not work.) >> > >> > 1. Did not know you were on this List. >> > >> > 2. It is for Rhodes 22 owners, not O'Day 23 owners so >> > >> > 3, Sorry, you are not eligible and >> > >> > 4. Stop pulling rank. (remember what I taught you: age before >> beauty.) >> > >> >> On 10/31/19 10:01 AM, Cindy Spitzer wrote: >> >> Clever. >> >> See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. >> >> Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want >> and >> >> delete the rest. >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >>> On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: >> >>> >> >>> Part one and a half (a GB extra) >> >>> >> >>> I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes >> >>> from >> >>> General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: >> >>> >> >>> First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER >> POSTS >> >>> the longest list of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a boat in >> production: A $100 credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the following new >> RHODES options: >> > FIBERglass Tiller >> > Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler >> > Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car >> > OR >> > Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) >> >>> In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old >> Henry >> >>> Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted in the >> >>> next 24 hours, will be winners. >> >>> >> >>> TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: >> >>> >> >>> 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION provides an >> ongoing source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on >> your boat. >> >>> >> >>> 2. . . . (start thinking) >> >>> >> >>> good luck >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >>> >> >> >> > >> > From stan at generalboats.com Thu Oct 31 19:49:51 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 19:49:51 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: References: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> <7B8DB2A8-2AFA-4887-A581-DD31CEC59F87@gmail.com> Message-ID: <12afb556-663b-9a9c-2fe5-230e681bf453@generalboats.com> Todd, it is worth it to me to use the last $31.50 of my pro bono account to put you in the C of S community.? It is now so recorded.? Congratulations.? Case and pro bono account now officially closed. stan On 10/31/19 6:08 PM, Todd Tavares wrote: > If not, can I still send you the $31.50? (10% of my FIRST R22 purchase > price) I bought it at an auction. > > Todd T. > > tavares0947 at gmail.com > > From spreadgoodnews at gmail.com Thu Oct 31 20:17:57 2019 From: spreadgoodnews at gmail.com (Goodness) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 20:17:57 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> References: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> Message-ID: How much is the self tending Jib? Bob (palatka) > On Oct 31, 2019, at 1:10 PM, stan wrote: > > ? > To: An over the hill writer ("America's Bubble Economy", "Aftershock" and something to do with sex which, incidentally, did not work.) > > 1. Did not know you were on this List. > > 2. It is for Rhodes 22 owners, not O'Day 23 owners so > > 3, Sorry, you are not eligible and > > 4. Stop pulling rank. (remember what I taught you: age before beauty.) > >> On 10/31/19 10:01 AM, Cindy Spitzer wrote: >> Clever. >> See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. >> Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want and >> delete the rest. >> >> >> >>> On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: >>> >>> Part one and a half (a GB extra) >>> >>> I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes >>> from >>> General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: >>> >>> First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER POSTS >>> the longest list of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a boat in production: A $100 credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the following new RHODES options: > FIBERglass Tiller > Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler > Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car > OR > Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) >>> In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old Henry >>> Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted in the >>> next 24 hours, will be winners. >>> >>> TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: >>> >>> 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION provides an ongoing source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on your boat. >>> >>> 2. . . . (start thinking) >>> >>> good luck >>> >>> >>> >>> >> > From stan at generalboats.com Thu Oct 31 20:37:49 2019 From: stan at generalboats.com (stan) Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2019 20:37:49 -0400 Subject: [Rhodes22-list] gb policy change (continued) In-Reply-To: References: <93f36a0f-27ff-7553-d276-55883cc6d209@generalboats.com> Message-ID: <299e60cf-aa67-6ecd-9c30-e86bcc034bcf@generalboats.com> We have set a price of 1,095 for sail, related hardware and lines for 2019 ordering.? That will undoubtedly go up as we see how much we are subsidizing each order.? Like everything GB, it is returnable after seeing it. On 10/31/19 8:17 PM, Goodness wrote: > How much is the self tending Jib? > > Bob (palatka) > >> On Oct 31, 2019, at 1:10 PM, stan wrote: >> >> ? >> To: An over the hill writer ("America's Bubble Economy", "Aftershock" and something to do with sex which, incidentally, did not work.) >> >> 1. Did not know you were on this List. >> >> 2. It is for Rhodes 22 owners, not O'Day 23 owners so >> >> 3, Sorry, you are not eligible and >> >> 4. Stop pulling rank. (remember what I taught you: age before beauty.) >> >>> On 10/31/19 10:01 AM, Cindy Spitzer wrote: >>> Clever. >>> See my editing suggestions below, in CAPITAL LETTERS. >>> Adding a few words makes it easier to understand. Use what you want and >>> delete the rest. >>> >>> >>> >>>> On Thu, Oct 31, 2019, 8:05 AM stan wrote: >>>> >>>> Part one and a half (a GB extra) >>>> >>>> I AM RUNNING a contest for all those who either purchased their Rhodes >>>> from >>>> General Boats OR are enlisted in the Certificate of Support community: >>>> >>>> First prize (there are no second or third prizes) GOES TO WHOEVER POSTS >>>> the longest list of advantages OF having your Rhodes remain a boat in production: A $100 credit TOWARD THE PIRCHASE OF one of the following new RHODES options: >> FIBERglass Tiller >> Continuous Control Line, Cleatless Traveler >> Hard Clew Connected Outhaul Car >> OR >> Self Tending Jib (new for 2020) >>>> In case of ties, ties will be awarded. (could not resist that old Henry >>>> Morgan line). Actually, all ties for the longest list, posted in the >>>> next 24 hours, will be winners. >>>> >>>> TO HELP GET YOU STARTED, here is one "advantage" listing for free: >>>> >>>> 1. HAVING YOUR RHODES REMAIN A BOAT IN PRODUCTION provides an ongoing source for proprietary parts OR parts that match existing holes on your boat. >>>> >>>> 2. . . . (start thinking) >>>> >>>> good luck >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >