[Rhodes22-list] Need trailering advice

[cjlowe at sssnet.com]

 The one thing I didn't see mentioned is to make sure you have the center
board line cleated before you launch the boat.

Jerry Lowe
S/v Country Rhodes  '86







 Hi Mike. I go through the trailer and check lights, tires, tire pressure
> and lug nuts. I make sure the boat is secured to the trailer at the bow
> and
> stern. I leave my rudder attached, but tie it off to one side so it
> won’t
> flop around or accidentally drop down. I double check to make sure the
> mast
> is secured at the bow and tied to the crutch in the back. I also made a
> cradle that mounts in the mast step to further support the mast and keep
> it
> from bouncing.
>
> Any thing loose (pfd’s, cushions, cooler, etc) goes in the cabin. Fuel
> tanks and motor going in the truck bed. I make sure the batteries are
> charged then confirm all the lights and electronics are working. If I’m
> going on a long trip (another state) then I rig the boat in the driveway
> and check that all the standing and running rigging is in good working
> order. After that, anchor and rode check along with fenders and dock
> lines.
> Tools, extra parts and lines are also loaded in the cabin.
>
> Last but not least the keys for the pop top, lazarett and motor lock are
> put in the truck console then double checked before I go.
>
> Mike Riter
> SV Emma B
>
> On Mon, Jun 28, 2021 at 3:57 PM <mm.bizlist1 at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>> I am a new Rhodie preparing to take my Rhodes on the road for the first
>> time
>> solo next month.  I'd greatly appreciate your advice about best
>> practices
>> and precautions for securing the boat for travel.  Has anyone developed
>> a
>> checklist for that?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thank you in advance!
>>
>>
>>
>> Mike McKay
>>
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