[Rhodes22-list] Looking for a Rhodes 22

[Linda Scott]

Cathy,  

We've actually bought two Rhodes from Stan--a used one a couple of years ago
and a new one for 2010.  I think there are several boats besides a Rhodes
that will do what you've specified, but there's not another that has the
features that we've found to be particularly useful:  the flared hull that
keeps the boat dry and provides seating on the high side of the boat, the
cockpit that's bigger than any other in its class, the pop top that lets you
actually walk around while you're sailing and the IMF main that will get you
going and then back in quickly and simply.

I guess the only reason that no other boats, besides racing dinghies, have
flared hulls is expense.  I think it's a reason all by itself to buy a
Rhodes.  Since we only use ours as a daysailer, we've not ordered some of
Stan's many options, and this may be a way to keep your cost down.  Good
luck.

Steve & Linda. 

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Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Looking for a Rhodes 22


We lost our Gulf Coast 23 to a marauding tree during Hurricane Ike and have
looked (fruitlessly) for a replacement since. Apparently the GC 23s weren't
well built and haven't held up through time. 

We haven't seen a Rhodes 22 in the flesh but it looks as though it has the
amenities we consider non-negotiable; enclosed head, shallow draft and
sleeping quarters for three small people.

We're on the Texas Gulf Coast and we sail bays and bayous. Think 2'-3' deep
water, miles wide. 

My husband is having sticker shock. Please tell me good things about the
Rhodes 22.

Cathy
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