[Rhodes22-list] Must Have / Like to Have / Boom Room

[Dan Johnson]

Several folks have indicated bulkhead compasses and depth finders as "almost
necessities".

Two questions:

In terms of compass, does anyone have a particular recommendation - brand
and model?

In terms of depth finders - in hull transducers - any experience with
reliability of these items and where should the transducer go?  Seems like
forward makes most sense, but where does it get mounted?

Dan
----- Original Message -----
From: "KUHN, LELAND" <LKUHN at cnmc.org>
To: "The Rhodes 22 mail list" <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
Sent: Wednesday, September 19, 2007 5:17 PM
Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Must Have / Like to Have / Boom Room


> Hail Caesar!
>
> MUST HAVE:
>
> 5.  Motor Steering linkage:  Greatest thing since canned beer.  If you
> don't have it, don't expect to be able to steer with the outboard;
> you'll need to use the tiller.
>
> 8. Bulkhead Compass:  You'll want your compass in a convenient,
> easy-to-read location.  I use it primarily to keep from wandering off
> course and thus prevent sail adjustments.
>
> 9. In Hull Depth Finder:  Relieves worries about running aground.  Let's
> you sail in shallow areas, primarily near shorelines.  Running aground
> may not hurt your hull/centerboard, but it'll knock the bottompaint off.
>
> LIKE TO HAVE:
>
> 1. Battened main sail:  With all the adjustments you can make, this is
> just one more small one that in reality you will rarely use to slightly
> improve your speed/direction.
>
> 3. Diamond Board:  With all the adjustments you can make, this is just
> one more small one that in reality you will rarely use to slightly
> improve your speed/direction.
>
> 4. 175 Genoa:  Love my 175, but with all the adjustments you can make,
> this is just one more small one that in reality you will rarely use to
> slightly improve your speed/direction.
>
> 6.  Mast Head Antenna:  Most people will think this is a necessity.  I
> have yet to sail out of cell phone range.
>
> 7.  VHF Radio:  Most people will think this is a necessity.  I have yet
> to sail out of cell phone range.  Not a requirement for a 22'.  However,
> an expensive hand-held is well worth the peace of mind.
>
> 10. New Design Boom Room instead of Bimini:  Definitely would like one,
> but since I'm a daysailor, I'd probably rarely use it.  On the other
> hand, I do use the bimini and think you might want to put it on your
> MUST HAVE list, especially for the price.
>
> 11. Marine Head:  If you normally sail with a woman, this is her
> decision, not yours.  As a guy, this wouldn't be on my MUST HAVE or LIKE
> TO HAVE list.  Ain't worth the hassle.
>
> 12.  Hiking Seats:  I didn't get them on my 1986 recycled boat because
> of the cost of replacing the stern rail.  If you have the new stern
> rail, it's a relatively inexpensive option.  Only downside I can think
> of is that they take up space in and out of use.  I certainly haven't
> missed them but they seem like an option worth getting for the price.
>
> 13. Wells for 2 Batteries:  I think you already have spaces for two
> batteries.  I have two batteries but it's overkill for me since I only
> use them to start my outboard and run the depthfinder, and I have two
> solar panels.
>
> 14.  Boom Room:  See #10 above.
>
> 15. seat & Cockpit Filler Cushions:  Definitely nice to have.  The seats
> are surprisingly comfortable without the cushions.  I stand a lot and
> sometimes don't bother to put them out if I'm by myself.  They aren't
> cheap but I think they're worth it.
>
> In case you're thinking about a standard mainsail, I highly recommend
> getting the in-mast furler.  I'd also recommend getting a hand-held GPS
> with a display that is large enough to read from a distance, just to
> check your speed.  DO NOT get an in-water speed wheel; they break
> quickly.  I have a hand-held anenometer to check wind speed.  Most
> people have wind vanes at the top of their mast.  They're hard to see
> (neck pain) and eventually break.  Tell-tales on the shrouds are cheap
> and work great.  Never leave the slip without adequate rations,
> primarily Mt. Gay rum.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Lee
> 1986 Rhodes22  At Ease
> Crab Alley (Kent Island, MD)
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Caesar Paul [mailto:caesarpaul01 at yahoo.com]
> Sent: Sunday, September 16, 2007 10:41 AM
> To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
> Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Must Have / Like to Have / Boom Room
>
> Hi Arthur and Rhodes List
>
>   What is the weather like in Atlanta and have you been doing much
> sailing lately.  Where do you do most of your sailing?
>
>   In our last telephone conversation, I gave you the incorrect dates for
> my trip to General Boats.  Our flights are booked for the last weekend
> in October ( 26th to 29th), and not September as I had mentioned.  I am
> hoping that it will be warm enough for Stan to give us a demonstration
> sail.
>
>   Stan asked me to prepare a "must have" and a "like to have" list, and
> these are what I have come up with thus far:
>
>   1. Battened main sail
>   2. Mast Hoist Crane
>   3. Diamond Board
>   4. 175 Genoa
>   5.  Motor Steering linkage
>   6.  Mast Head Antenna
>   7.  VHF Radio
>   8. Bulkhead Compass
>   9. In Hull Depth Finder
>   10. New Design Boom Room instead of Bimini
>   11. Marine Head
>   12.  Hiking Seats
>   13. Wells for 2 Batteries
>   14.  Boom Room
>   15. seat & Cockpit Filler Cushions
>
>
>   How would you divide this list into "Must Have" and "Like to Have"
> groups, and what would you add?
>   Can you send me some pictures of the New Boom Room, and with it
> serving as a Bimini ?
>
>   There has been some good exchange about the Marine Head / Potty
> choice, but for most of us it comes down to what the wife prefers.  Am I
> correct on this point?
>
>   the Hiking Seat is not a necessity, but it gives one great view of his
> surroundings, plus, it is quite comfortable.  Considering cost it might
> be prudent to include it now for I am very far away from the factory.
> the same goes for the Mast Head Antenna.
>
>   I am looking for a nice balance of safety, comfort and performance,
> which the Rhodes is reported to give anyhow.
>
>   Thanks for your input.
>
>   Caesar Paul
>
>
>
>
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