[Rhodes22-list] crossing the Sea of Cortez

The Rhodes 22 Email List rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
Mon Nov 30 20:01:27 EST 2015


Oh, check the post on "Crossing the Sea of Cortez" most recent one.  Also
the iPad worked great, it is a great addition to my navigation.  IIt was
very useful in Lake Mead as the USFS map was based on water levels 140 feet
higher. Downloaded a beautiful set of maps for the Sea of Cortez.

Chris

On Sun, Nov 29, 2015 at 5:09 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <
rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:

> Chris, how's the iPad working out for you?
>
> Love to see some pictures or video from your adventures!
>
> Fair winds...
>
> Cheers,
> Ted
>
> > On Nov 28, 2015, at 11:58 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <
> rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> >
> >
> > At 5 pm this afternoon we sailed out or San Carlos on the west coast of
> mainland Mexico to cross over to Baja.  The forecast was for 16 to 20 knots
> from the NNW and 3 foot seas. Since our heading for this 75 mile overnight
> crossing was around 220 degrees it was within the abilities of our Rhodes,
> my wife and myself.
> >
> > The winds were 20 knots steady, seas 3 to 5 feet, short, about 4-5
> seconds. The problem was the wind was from 270 degrees so it would be a
> nasty wet beat for the next 18 hours.  Shortly after we caught the top of a
> wave so it broke over my wife's head I asked her if it was still fun.  The
> long version was "NO".  So we watched the sun set as we headed back to San
> Carlos.  After 3 months of sailing in British Columbia at least the water
> isn't as cold down here in Mexico but the beer is.  Next weather window is
> a week away so we will just do some local sailing until then.
> >
> > There is a site if you are interested to see what long term cruising is
> like on a Rhodes 22.   It is under construction and is written by my wife.
> Right now we have published through mid-July covering the San Juan
> Islands.  Alice will be bringing it up to date to cover the southern coast
> of British Columbia, Lake Mead and of course sunny (and windy) Mexico.  In
> the spring we will sail down the west coast of Florida and the keys then
> over to the Bahamas.  That portion will hopefully include any interested
> Rhodies on parts of the trip.  You'll have to wait until next summer for
> the Italian installments.
> > Chris & Alice Geankoplis
> > '83 SV. "ENOSIS"
> >
> >
> > Sent from my iPad
> >
> >> On Nov 26, 2015, at 8:59 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <
> rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> >>
> >> The previous owner installed an Edson wheel on our 86 Rhodes, I don’t
> know where the installation was done. He liked to stand while steering and
> the wheel offered the advantage of better forward visibility. I initially
> was enthusiastic about the wheel and it got a lot of comments from other
> sailers, but there were issues with it.
> >>
> >> As you suggest, placement is important. It was located at least 6
> inches too close to the lazarette and there wasn’t enough room to stand
> comfortably behind it. Remember that the shaft and wheel extend several
> inches behind the column, taking up additional space. Installing a wheel
> requires a commitment to use a lot of cockpit space for it.
> >>
> >> There are other issues with a wheel as well. Installation requires a
> sizable access hole behind the column to make adjustments and secure the
> bolts. The access hole cover at some point began to leak. We also found
> that over the years stresses on the column had weakened the integrity of
> the mounting on the cockpit sole. Water had entered the mount base and
> destroyed the plywood under the fiberglass. We’re in the process of
> rebuilding the sole without the wheel. I wanted to replace it but concluded
> it’s probably not possible to install a wheel without risking water damage
> to the sole. I also doubt that the sole is strong enough to support a wheel
> installation over an extended period without significant reinforcement.
> >>
> >> If you proceed, I’d suggest reinforcing the area where you position the
> wheel and make sure you leave enough space in front of the lazarette.
> >>
> >> If you want to discuss this I'm at larrywallen at verizon.net
> >>
> >>
> >> Larry
> >> Makai
> >> Sarasota
> >>
> >> -----Original Message-----
> >> From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org [mailto:
> rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of The Rhodes 22 Email List
> >> Sent: Sunday, November 22, 2015 10:33 PM
> >> To: The Rhodes 22 Email List
> >> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Installation of Edson wheel steering
> >>
> >> You could have saved yourself quite a bit of trouble by purchasing one
> w/wheel steering which is in Edenton as we speak.
> >> Works great...
> >> elle Beer is good....people are crazy
> >>
> >>
> >> 1992 Rhodes 22    Recycled '06"Watermusic"  {Lady in Red}
> watermusic38 at yahoo.com
> >>
> >>
> >>   On Sunday, November 22, 2015 9:33 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <
> rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> >>
> >>
> >> If you have a “support agreement” with General Boats (Stan Spitzer), he
> will provide you with the info that you seek.  I only know of one R22 with
> wheel steering and I believe that General Boats, producer of the R22, did
> the set up.
> >>
> >> Bob in Stuart  R22 “NoKaOi 3”
> >>
> >>> On Nov 22, 2015, at 9:03 PM, The Rhodes 22 Email List <
> rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> >>>
> >>> Hello all. I am the new owner of a 1993 Rhodes 22 which I am
> >>> converting to wheeled steering. I wonder if any one has done this or
> >>> has a Rhodes 22 with the Edson wheeled steering package. I am looking
> >>> for any advice as to how forward of the lazeratte I should place the
> >>> steering post. I have ordered a 22 inch wheel and I am thinking the
> >>> steering post and guard should be 22 inches forward of the lazeratte,
> >>> but I am not at all sure.Any advice and experience with this would be
> >>> greatly appreciated.Brent
> >>>
> >>> Sent from my iPad
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