Dodger, I recommend Island Nautical did a super job for my 34 Sent from my iPad
> On Oct 14, 2015, at 3:50 PM, cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com wrote: > > Send CnC-List mailing list submissions to > cnc-list@cnc-list.com > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > cnc-list-requ...@cnc-list.com > > You can reach the person managing the list at > cnc-list-ow...@cnc-list.com > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of CnC-List digest..." > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Re: Dodger for 34+ (Dave Godwin) > 2. Re: Commercial Foul Weather Gear (Dave Godwin) > 3. Re: Dodger for 34+ (William Hall) > 4. Re: Commercial Foul Weather Gear (Edd Schillay) > 5. Re: Dodger for 34+ (Kevin Driscoll) > 6. Re: Dodger for 34+ (Tim Goodyear) > 7. Re: Dodger for 34+ (jtsails) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 14:37:12 -0400 > From: Dave Godwin <dave.god...@me.com> > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > Message-ID: <7e4a1d70-26af-4816-9fb3-d7195b037...@me.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Dave the OP, (lot of Dave/Davids in this post?), > > Although not a 34+ owner, if you haven?t already thought about it, you may > wish to specify that the side panels be made using clear material like the > front of the dodger. This is how my dodger setup is and when the panels > (removable?) are in the visibility is pretty good. I?m not fond of the ?dark > cave? effect of many dodgers. > > Best > Dave Godwin > 1982 C&C 37 - Ronin > Reedville - Chesapeake Bay > Ronin?s Overdue Refit <http://roninrebuild.blogspot.com/> >> On Oct 14, 2015, at 2:08 PM, David Knecht via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >> >> I will try to remember to take some pictures of mine this weekend. I put it >> on when cruising and most of the time leave the frame up and the canvas off. >> Even when I put on the canvas, I have never added the side panels, so I >> view them as dispensable. The empty frame has the advantage of another >> thing to hold onto in the cockpit. It has the disadvantage of something to >> hit your head on, especially when coming up from below with your head down. >> The bimini that came with mine (both were purchased by the PO) is pretty >> useless. It does not come back far enough to cover the helm seat, so in >> rain it just runs onto your head and neck. There is no frame for the >> bimini- it zips to the dodger and a bar in the back attaches to the >> backstay. I would avoid that approach. Dave >> >> Dr. David Knecht >> Professor of Molecular and Cell Biology >> Core Microscopy Facility Director >> University of Connecticut >> 91 N. Eagleville Rd. >> Storrs, CT 06269 >> 860-486-2200 >> >>> On Oct 14, 2015, at 4:28 AM, davepulaski via CnC-List >>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >>> >>> So I'm having discussions with a canvas maker about fabricating a dodger >>> for my '90 34+, and I'd like to solicit some input from other 34+ owners >>> who have a dodger, and I'd really love to see some pictures! >>> >>> This will be a from-scratch build, as the boat never had a dodger. >>> >>> Obviously I want it to be good looking and not detract too much from the >>> lines of the boat, but there are some functional challenges I can see with >>> putting a dodger on a 34+. >>> >>> First, clearance for the big self-tailers on the corners of the cabin top. >>> Th canvas maker I'm speaking with expressed concern that the dodger side >>> panels and/or frame may interfer with full rotation of the winch handle. >>> >>> Second: how high above the companionway hatch is your dodger, and how much >>> does it create awkward access in and out of the companionway? This is >>> difficult for me to visualize, but I can see it being an issue because the >>> bridgedeck is so very long on these boats. I don't want the dodger any >>> taller than absolutely necessary for aesthetic and visibility reasons. >>> >>> Third, and this is the core purpose of me getting a dodger, how far back >>> does your dodger extend over the forward end of the cockpit? This is my >>> #1 reason for getting a dodger because The Admiral needs a cozy, SHADY >>> spot where she can sit facing backwards up against the cabin top bulkhead >>> and read a book while I toil away sailing the boat. If the dodger stops >>> at the aft end of the cabin top, it won't provide any shade to the cockpit >>> thus defeating the whole purpose. Do you guys get any usable shade in the >>> front of the cockpit from your dodgers? A bimini is out of the question; >>> not only do I absolutely hate biminis, but my travelers is in the cockpit >>> in front of the pedestal making a bimini pretty much impractical. >>> >>> I really want this done right... any input will be much appreciated! >>> >>> -Dave >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom >> of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > <http://cnc-list.com/pipermail/cnc-list_cnc-list.com/attachments/20151014/847e98d9/attachment-0001.html> > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 2 > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 14:39:54 -0400 > From: Dave Godwin <dave.god...@me.com> > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Commercial Foul Weather Gear > Message-ID: <f1660866-e852-4a88-95ab-f7283b1c5...@me.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > ++ for the Musto. > > I?ve had lots of FW gear over the years, all the way back to Patagonia?s > original offerings (who remembers those!?) and have settled on Musto for > comfort and dryness. Won?t go wrong with the purchase... > > Best, > Dave Godwin > 1982 C&C 37 - Ronin > Reedville - Chesapeake Bay > Ronin?s Overdue Refit <http://roninrebuild.blogspot.com/> >>> On Oct 14, 2015, at 2:35 PM, Martin DeYoung via CnC-List >>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >>> >>> I have Musto now and am impressed with them. >> >> I also have a set of Musto offshore foul weather gear and have been very >> satisfied. IIRC they are now nearing 20 years old with usage that includes >> 2 Hawaii crossings and 4 PNW to So Cal deliveries. They still keep me dry >> and warm. I have noticed some signs of age and wear but for my currently >> planned sailing I expect to get a few more years of use. They are not made >> from the newer Gore-Tex type material but from old school nylon based >> materials with good dry suit type seals around the wrists and some fiber >> pile around the collar and in the hand sized pockets. It seemed like a big >> investment at the time but given the long use and high level of comfort I >> plan on doing the same when replacing this set. >> >> If you are planning some entertaining offshore sailing there is a thread >> over on Sailing Anarchy regarding foul weather gear layering for a voyage >> around Cape Horn. The discussion focuses on how to use multiple Gore-Tex >> type layers for the best combo of letting moisture out while keeping >> spray/rain at bay. >> >> Martin DeYoung >> Calypso >> 1971 C&C 43 >> Seattle >> >> <image001.png> >> >> From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com >> <mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com>] On Behalf Of Dennis C. via CnC-List >> Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 8:00 AM >> To: CnClist >> Cc: Dennis C. >> Subject: Re: Stus-List Commercial Foul Weather Gear >> >> My experience says foulies have a finite life. I had high end Henri Lloyd >> offshore foulies that self destructed after 10 years or so. I also had low >> end West Marines that blew up after a few years. >> >> I have Musto now and am impressed with them. >> >> I'm beginning to believe it doesn't matter what foulies you get, they're >> only going to last a few years, especially if you leave them on the boat. I >> say go for them! >> >> Dennis C. >> >> On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 9:44 AM, Bill Coleman via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >> I have a Gill jacket that I am less than pleased with, the arms soak right >> through. I sprayed it with some waterproofing, but still not too happy with >> it. >> >> Fisheries Supply is running a sale this week, does anyone have any >> experience with this brand? >> Or maybe it would be too hard to be flexible in? >> Altho, seems like the guys on Deadliest Catch have to move around a lot - >> >> Grundens >> >> Product Name: ?Gage Burning Daylight Hooded Jacket, Red/Black - Medium >> <http://www.fisheriessupply.com/grundens-gage-burning-daylight-hooded-jacket-bd300-red-m> >> Sku# 389941 >> <http://www.fisheriessupply.com/grundens-gage-burning-daylight-hooded-jacket-bd300-red-m> >> Item ID GRU BD300-RED-M >> >> >> Bill Coleman >> C&C 39 Erie >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom >> of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> <http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com <mailto:CnC-List@cnc-list.com> >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom >> of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> <http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com> > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > <http://cnc-list.com/pipermail/cnc-list_cnc-list.com/attachments/20151014/f58fb591/attachment-0001.html> > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 3 > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 14:46:28 -0400 > From: William Hall <wh...@alum.mit.edu> > To: cnc-list <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > Message-ID: > <CAFs7zr7DzLSvu03FZeWWDYD3tBa0qrJKYo2VV1jiBEFPwZ=t...@mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Which side of your wife is her non-working side? > > Sorry, that was off topic. > > On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 1:55 PM, David via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote: > >> Whatever basic dodge design you use I have one recommendation that I will >> implement in my Dodger 2.0. Try to have the dodger to deck joint as >> tight/water-resistant as possible. When it is snotty outside its nice to >> keep those aggressive seas on the working side of the dodger and not >> hydraulically scoping out your wife on the non-working side >> >> David F. Risch >> 1981 40-2 >> (401) 419-4650 (cell) >> >> >> ------------------------------ >> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 10:39:34 -0700 >> Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >> From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >> CC: dblair...@gmail.com >> >> Dave I can take a few pics for you. My dodger is fairly functional >> although I think it could have been extended back a few inches to increase >> the shade. I would like to have a bimini but the length of the boom is >> really going to limit the height and usefulness. To me a decent bimini >> needs to stand on the pushpit to not crowd access around the binnacle. The >> PO had a complete enclosure built but I have the aft hoops in the garage as >> they restrict movement significantly. It is sunny today and I was going >> down to check things anyway, so will send from my iPhone if you can give me >> a number to text them to. >> >> >> >> Ciao >> >> >> >> *From:* CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] *On Behalf Of >> *davepulaski >> via CnC-List >> *Sent:* Wednesday, October 14, 2015 1:28 AM >> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com >> *Cc:* davepulaski >> *Subject:* Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >> >> >> >> So I'm having discussions with a canvas maker about fabricating a dodger >> for my '90 34+, and I'd like to solicit some input from other 34+ owners >> who have a dodger, and I'd really love to see some pictures! >> >> >> >> This will be a from-scratch build, as the boat never had a dodger. >> >> >> >> Obviously I want it to be good looking and not detract too much from the >> lines of the boat, but there are some functional challenges I can see with >> putting a dodger on a 34+. >> >> >> >> First, clearance for the big self-tailers on the corners of the cabin >> top. Th canvas maker I'm speaking with expressed concern that the dodger >> side panels and/or frame may interfer with full rotation of the winch >> handle. >> >> >> >> Second: how high above the companionway hatch is your dodger, and how much >> does it create awkward access in and out of the companionway? This is >> difficult for me to visualize, but I can see it being an issue because the >> bridgedeck is so very long on these boats. I don't want the dodger any >> taller than absolutely necessary for aesthetic and visibility reasons. >> >> >> >> Third, and this is the core purpose of me getting a dodger, how far back >> does your dodger extend over the forward end of the cockpit? This is my >> #1 reason for getting a dodger because The Admiral needs a cozy, SHADY >> spot where she can sit facing backwards up against the cabin top bulkhead >> and read a book while I toil away sailing the boat. If the dodger stops >> at the aft end of the cabin top, it won't provide any shade to the cockpit >> thus defeating the whole purpose. Do you guys get any usable shade in the >> front of the cockpit from your dodgers? A bimini is out of the question; >> not only do I absolutely hate biminis, but my travelers is in the cockpit >> in front of the pedestal making a bimini pretty much impractical. >> >> >> >> I really want this done right... any input will be much appreciated! >> >> >> >> -Dave >> >> _______________________________________________ Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including >> unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >> bottom of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > > Bill > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > <http://cnc-list.com/pipermail/cnc-list_cnc-list.com/attachments/20151014/7f18d479/attachment-0001.html> > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 4 > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 14:48:33 -0400 > From: Edd Schillay <e...@schillay.com> > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Subject: Re: Stus-List Commercial Foul Weather Gear > Message-ID: <12f032f9-ba77-4eaa-85fa-3186dfbd6...@schillay.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > All, > > I?m also a big fan of MUSTO. Never been warmer or dryer. > > All the best, > > Edd > > > Edd M. Schillay > Starship Enterprise (Hauling out Friday) > C&C 37+ | Sail No: NCC-1701-B > City Island, NY > Starship Enterprise's Captain's Log <http://enterpriseb.blogspot.com/> > > > > > > > > > > > > >> On Oct 14, 2015, at 2:39 PM, Dave Godwin via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >> >> ++ for the Musto. >> >> I?ve had lots of FW gear over the years, all the way back to Patagonia?s >> original offerings (who remembers those!?) and have settled on Musto for >> comfort and dryness. Won?t go wrong with the purchase... >> >> Best, >> Dave Godwin >> 1982 C&C 37 - Ronin >> Reedville - Chesapeake Bay >> Ronin?s Overdue Refit <http://roninrebuild.blogspot.com/> >>>> On Oct 14, 2015, at 2:35 PM, Martin DeYoung via CnC-List >>>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com <mailto:cnc-list@cnc-list.com>> wrote: >>>> >>>> I have Musto now and am impressed with them. > > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > <http://cnc-list.com/pipermail/cnc-list_cnc-list.com/attachments/20151014/9e4ec9bc/attachment-0001.html> > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 5 > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 18:58:52 +0000 > From: Kevin Driscoll <kevindrisc...@gmail.com> > To: cnc-list <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Cc: William Hall <wh...@alum.mit.edu> > Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > Message-ID: > <CA+LFByqUwasjW4+30DwMdrC+Jr427Ch2=uj6kdovhrnuuv-...@mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Here is a different approach, ie. DIY hard dodger. It is very intriguing to > me as the stitches begin to dissolve on our dodger though I would prefer to > use an FRP panel over Starboard... > > http://www.bwsailing.com/bw/cruising-news/roger-dodger/ > > btw @ James Delaney, the picture of that outboard powered jet ski at the > mooring is excellent! > > On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 11:47 AM William Hall via CnC-List < > cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > >> Which side of your wife is her non-working side? >> >> Sorry, that was off topic. >> >> On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 1:55 PM, David via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> wrote: >> >>> Whatever basic dodge design you use I have one recommendation that I will >>> implement in my Dodger 2.0. Try to have the dodger to deck joint as >>> tight/water-resistant as possible. When it is snotty outside its nice to >>> keep those aggressive seas on the working side of the dodger and not >>> hydraulically scoping out your wife on the non-working side >>> >>> David F. Risch >>> 1981 40-2 >>> (401) 419-4650 (cell) >>> >>> >>> ------------------------------ >>> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 10:39:34 -0700 >>> Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >>> From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> CC: dblair...@gmail.com >>> >>> Dave I can take a few pics for you. My dodger is fairly functional >>> although I think it could have been extended back a few inches to increase >>> the shade. I would like to have a bimini but the length of the boom is >>> really going to limit the height and usefulness. To me a decent bimini >>> needs to stand on the pushpit to not crowd access around the binnacle. The >>> PO had a complete enclosure built but I have the aft hoops in the garage as >>> they restrict movement significantly. It is sunny today and I was going >>> down to check things anyway, so will send from my iPhone if you can give me >>> a number to text them to. >>> >>> >>> >>> Ciao >>> >>> >>> >>> *From:* CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] *On Behalf Of >>> *davepulaski >>> via CnC-List >>> *Sent:* Wednesday, October 14, 2015 1:28 AM >>> *To:* cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>> *Cc:* davepulaski >>> *Subject:* Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >>> >>> >>> >>> So I'm having discussions with a canvas maker about fabricating a dodger >>> for my '90 34+, and I'd like to solicit some input from other 34+ owners >>> who have a dodger, and I'd really love to see some pictures! >>> >>> >>> >>> This will be a from-scratch build, as the boat never had a dodger. >>> >>> >>> >>> Obviously I want it to be good looking and not detract too much from the >>> lines of the boat, but there are some functional challenges I can see with >>> putting a dodger on a 34+. >>> >>> >>> >>> First, clearance for the big self-tailers on the corners of the cabin >>> top. Th canvas maker I'm speaking with expressed concern that the dodger >>> side panels and/or frame may interfer with full rotation of the winch >>> handle. >>> >>> >>> >>> Second: how high above the companionway hatch is your dodger, and how >>> much does it create awkward access in and out of the companionway? This >>> is difficult for me to visualize, but I can see it being an issue because >>> the bridgedeck is so very long on these boats. I don't want the dodger any >>> taller than absolutely necessary for aesthetic and visibility reasons. >>> >>> >>> >>> Third, and this is the core purpose of me getting a dodger, how far back >>> does your dodger extend over the forward end of the cockpit? This is my >>> #1 reason for getting a dodger because The Admiral needs a cozy, SHADY >>> spot where she can sit facing backwards up against the cabin top bulkhead >>> and read a book while I toil away sailing the boat. If the dodger stops >>> at the aft end of the cabin top, it won't provide any shade to the cockpit >>> thus defeating the whole purpose. Do you guys get any usable shade in the >>> front of the cockpit from your dodgers? A bimini is out of the question; >>> not only do I absolutely hate biminis, but my travelers is in the cockpit >>> in front of the pedestal making a bimini pretty much impractical. >>> >>> >>> >>> I really want this done right... any input will be much appreciated! >>> >>> >>> >>> -Dave >>> >>> _______________________________________________ Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including >>> unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> >> Bill >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >> bottom of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > <http://cnc-list.com/pipermail/cnc-list_cnc-list.com/attachments/20151014/36126aca/attachment-0001.html> > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 6 > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 15:28:36 -0400 > From: Tim Goodyear <timg...@gmail.com> > To: "cnc-list@cnc-list.com" <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Cc: Kevin Driscoll <kevindrisc...@gmail.com>, William Hall > <wh...@alum.mit.edu> > Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > Message-ID: <630fa18a-b505-43a9-bfe7-2b9ba5c88...@gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Edd, there is an article on this in the October (latest) edition of cruising > world using FRP panels from Home Depot. It looks easier than starboard. > > Tim > Branford, CT > >> On Oct 14, 2015, at 2:58 PM, Kevin Driscoll via CnC-List >> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >> >> Here is a different approach, ie. DIY hard dodger. It is very intriguing to >> me as the stitches begin to dissolve on our dodger though I would prefer to >> use an FRP panel over Starboard... >> >> http://www.bwsailing.com/bw/cruising-news/roger-dodger/ >> >> btw @ James Delaney, the picture of that outboard powered jet ski at the >> mooring is excellent! >> >>> On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 11:47 AM William Hall via CnC-List >>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >>> Which side of your wife is her non-working side? >>> >>> Sorry, that was off topic. >>> >>>> On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 1:55 PM, David via CnC-List >>>> <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: >>>> Whatever basic dodge design you use I have one recommendation that I will >>>> implement in my Dodger 2.0. Try to have the dodger to deck joint as >>>> tight/water-resistant as possible. When it is snotty outside its nice to >>>> keep those aggressive seas on the working side of the dodger and not >>>> hydraulically scoping out your wife on the non-working side >>>> >>>> David F. Risch >>>> 1981 40-2 >>>> (401) 419-4650 (cell) >>>> >>>> >>>> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>>> Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 10:39:34 -0700 >>>> Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >>>> From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>>> CC: dblair...@gmail.com >>>> >>>> Dave I can take a few pics for you. My dodger is fairly functional >>>> although I think it could have been extended back a few inches to increase >>>> the shade. I would like to have a bimini but the length of the boom is >>>> really going to limit the height and usefulness. To me a decent bimini >>>> needs to stand on the pushpit to not crowd access around the binnacle. The >>>> PO had a complete enclosure built but I have the aft hoops in the garage >>>> as they restrict movement significantly. It is sunny today and I was >>>> going down to check things anyway, so will send from my iPhone if you can >>>> give me a number to text them to. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Ciao >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of >>>> davepulaski via CnC-List >>>> Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 1:28 AM >>>> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com >>>> Cc: davepulaski >>>> Subject: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> So I'm having discussions with a canvas maker about fabricating a dodger >>>> for my '90 34+, and I'd like to solicit some input from other 34+ owners >>>> who have a dodger, and I'd really love to see some pictures! >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> This will be a from-scratch build, as the boat never had a dodger. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Obviously I want it to be good looking and not detract too much from the >>>> lines of the boat, but there are some functional challenges I can see with >>>> putting a dodger on a 34+. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> First, clearance for the big self-tailers on the corners of the cabin top. >>>> Th canvas maker I'm speaking with expressed concern that the dodger side >>>> panels and/or frame may interfer with full rotation of the winch handle. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Second: how high above the companionway hatch is your dodger, and how much >>>> does it create awkward access in and out of the companionway? This is >>>> difficult for me to visualize, but I can see it being an issue because the >>>> bridgedeck is so very long on these boats. I don't want the dodger any >>>> taller than absolutely necessary for aesthetic and visibility reasons. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> Third, and this is the core purpose of me getting a dodger, how far back >>>> does your dodger extend over the forward end of the cockpit? This is my >>>> #1 reason for getting a dodger because The Admiral needs a cozy, SHADY >>>> spot where she can sit facing backwards up against the cabin top bulkhead >>>> and read a book while I toil away sailing the boat. If the dodger stops >>>> at the aft end of the cabin top, it won't provide any shade to the >>>> cockpit thus defeating the whole purpose. Do you guys get any usable >>>> shade in the front of the cockpit from your dodgers? A bimini is out of >>>> the question; not only do I absolutely hate biminis, but my travelers is >>>> in the cockpit in front of the pedestal making a bimini pretty much >>>> impractical. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> I really want this done right... any input will be much appreciated! >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> -Dave >>>> >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ Email address: >>>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including >>>> unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: >>>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> >>>> Email address: >>>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >>>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>>> bottom of page at: >>>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >>> >>> >>> Bill >>> _______________________________________________ >>> >>> Email address: >>> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >>> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the >>> bottom of page at: >>> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com >> _______________________________________________ >> >> Email address: >> CnC-List@cnc-list.com >> To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom >> of page at: >> http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > <http://cnc-list.com/pipermail/cnc-list_cnc-list.com/attachments/20151014/7bdd688f/attachment-0001.html> > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 7 > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 15:49:32 -0400 > From: "jtsails" <jtsai...@gmail.com> > To: <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > Message-ID: <93F4668B73E74797A06EFBDDC41A4B6F@DrT> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" > > Kevin, I spotted that Jet Ski at Great Guana Key in the Abacos this summer > and had to take a pic of it! I have no idea how he rigged up steering cables > or the throttle but it looked hilarious! The mud bank it was sitting on > wasn?t something I wanted to slog through and the water was too shallow for > the dinghy so I didn?t get a close up look. > James > Delaney > 1976 C&C 38 > Oriental, NC > > From: Kevin Driscoll via CnC-List > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 2:58 PM > To: cnc-list > Cc: Kevin Driscoll ; William Hall > Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > > Here is a different approach, ie. DIY hard dodger. It is very intriguing to > me as the stitches begin to dissolve on our dodger though I would prefer to > use an FRP panel over Starboard... > > http://www.bwsailing.com/bw/cruising-news/roger-dodger/ > > > btw @ James Delaney, the picture of that outboard powered jet ski at the > mooring is excellent! > > On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 11:47 AM William Hall via CnC-List > <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > Which side of your wife is her non-working side? > > Sorry, that was off topic. > > On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 1:55 PM, David via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> > wrote: > > Whatever basic dodge design you use I have one recommendation that I will > implement in my Dodger 2.0. Try to have the dodger to deck joint as > tight/water-resistant as possible. When it is snotty outside its nice to > keep those aggressive seas on the working side of the dodger and not > hydraulically scoping out your wife on the non-working side > > David F. Risch > 1981 40-2 > (401) 419-4650 (cell) > > > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 10:39:34 -0700 > Subject: Re: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > From: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > CC: dblair...@gmail.com > > > Dave I can take a few pics for you. My dodger is fairly functional > although I think it could have been extended back a few inches to increase > the shade. I would like to have a bimini but the length of the boom is really > going to limit the height and usefulness. To me a decent bimini needs to > stand on the pushpit to not crowd access around the binnacle. The PO had a > complete enclosure built but I have the aft hoops in the garage as they > restrict movement significantly. It is sunny today and I was going down to > check things anyway, so will send from my iPhone if you can give me a number > to text them to. > > > > Ciao > > > > From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of > davepulaski via CnC-List > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2015 1:28 AM > To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com > Cc: davepulaski > Subject: Stus-List Dodger for 34+ > > > > So I'm having discussions with a canvas maker about fabricating a dodger > for my '90 34+, and I'd like to solicit some input from other 34+ owners who > have a dodger, and I'd really love to see some pictures! > > > > This will be a from-scratch build, as the boat never had a dodger. > > > > Obviously I want it to be good looking and not detract too much from the > lines of the boat, but there are some functional challenges I can see with > putting a dodger on a 34+. > > > > First, clearance for the big self-tailers on the corners of the cabin top. > Th canvas maker I'm speaking with expressed concern that the dodger side > panels and/or frame may interfer with full rotation of the winch handle. > > > > Second: how high above the companionway hatch is your dodger, and how much > does it create awkward access in and out of the companionway? This is > difficult for me to visualize, but I can see it being an issue because the > bridgedeck is so very long on these boats. I don't want the dodger any > taller than absolutely necessary for aesthetic and visibility reasons. > > > > Third, and this is the core purpose of me getting a dodger, how far back > does your dodger extend over the forward end of the cockpit? This is my #1 > reason for getting a dodger because The Admiral needs a cozy, SHADY spot > where she can sit facing backwards up against the cabin top bulkhead and read > a book while I toil away sailing the boat. If the dodger stops at the aft > end of the cabin top, it won't provide any shade to the cockpit thus > defeating the whole purpose. Do you guys get any usable shade in the front > of the cockpit from your dodgers? A bimini is out of the question; not only > do I absolutely hate biminis, but my travelers is in the cockpit in front of > the pedestal making a bimini pretty much impractical. > > > > I really want this done right... any input will be much appreciated! > > > > -Dave > > > _______________________________________________ Email address: > CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including > unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > > _______________________________________________ > > Email address: > CnC-List@cnc-list.com > To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the > bottom of page at: > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > > > > > > > Bill > _______________________________________________ > > Email address: > CnC-List@cnc-list.com > To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom > of page at: > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > > > > > -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- > _______________________________________________ > > Email address: > CnC-List@cnc-list.com > To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom > of page at: > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > > -------------- next part -------------- > An HTML attachment was scrubbed... > URL: > <http://cnc-list.com/pipermail/cnc-list_cnc-list.com/attachments/20151014/6a2176eb/attachment.html> > > ------------------------------ > > Subject: Digest Footer > > _______________________________________________ > CnC-List mailing list > CnC-List@cnc-list.com > http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com > > > ------------------------------ > > End of CnC-List Digest, Vol 117, Issue 52 > ***************************************** _______________________________________________ Email address: CnC-List@cnc-list.com To change your list preferences, including unsubscribing -- go to the bottom of page at: http://cnc-list.com/mailman/listinfo/cnc-list_cnc-list.com
