[Rhodes22-list] Last sail?

[Leland]

Mary Lou,

I was out there with you.  It was such a nice day I couldn't resist.  Winds
picked up a bit by 5:00 p.m. and was able some decent sailing in before
dark.

Had such a good time I snuck out again today for a couple of hours.  The
forecast for rain almost scared me away but it turned out to be excellent
conditions.  I had the full main out and boom up when the wind increased
from 10 to 13 knots.  Instead of reefing the main I lowered the boom.  I
knew it would make an improvement but was surprised that the heel was
reduced by 5 degrees and speed increased by .9 knots on a close reach.  I
much prefer sailing with the poptop up but I may have to rethink that.

Curious when other Rhodies typically lower their booms?

Lee
1986 Rhodes22  At Ease
Kent Island, MD


Mary Lou Troy-2 wrote:
> 
> I hope not but it was a nice one. Got out this afternoon for about an 
> hour and a half. Light winds, no chop, almost warm. Watr temp is down 
> to 58. We've usually hauled the boat sometime around the first week 
> in Nov. We'll see.
> 
> The list is awfully quiet. Is everyone else out sailing or has 
> something stuffed a sock in it?
> 
> Mary Lou
> 1991 R22 Fretless
> Rock Hall, MD
> 
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