[Rhodes22-list] considering the rhodes

[Alan Robertson]

We've been sailing and camping with our Rhodes on Lake George NY for over 20 years. We know of strong gusts that occur on Lake Champlain which require extreme caution, particularly re. too much jib which causes fast excessive heeling; all Rhodes are virtually unsinkable however. As Champlain narrows past the Crown Point Bridge, wind velocities increase because of the "venturi effect." Not as bad around Grand Isle -N. Burlington area. Wind direction more steady.
Nevertheless, as a loyal Rhodes owner and we feel it is ideal for comfort cruising, if it were me, I'd strongly consider a fixed keel Tanzer '22 if you can find one. This would require a high aspect trailer however. Which may be a negative. I think Tanzers may currently out of production, best check.
The Robertsons
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: caroline yavetz<mailto:cyavetz at hotmail.com> 
  To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org<mailto:rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> 
  Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2008 2:28 AM
  Subject: [Rhodes22-list] considering the rhodes



  Hi,
   
  After having done some research, I am seriously considering purchasing a trailerable cruising sailboat for use on Lake Champlain.  Coming from a family of daysailers and serious small boat racers, (not cruisers), this is a rather big transition, and I want to make sure I find a boat that I can be comfortable in as well as proud of sailing.  A used or recycled Rhodes 22 is at the top of my short-list.  But living abroad most of the year, I have only been able to do my initial research on the internet.  However, I will be visiting my parents near Sarasota, Florida in a couple of weeks and will spend part of the time looking at boats. I've written Stan, and he recommended that I contact this group.  I would love to know if there are any avid Rhodes owners near Sarasota or in upstate NY.   And also if there are any used Rhodes for sale near Lake Champlain.
   
  Thanks,  Caroline
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