Hi Jeremy, I had a new dodger installed on my 29 Mk1 in 2007 at a cost of $1638 by Genco Marine of Toronto. I like the look and it has held up well although I try to limit its use to spring and fall since it is red and subject to fading. I ordered the stainless frame including handholds just aft of the side curtains. It really makes a difference sailing to windward and while motoring. I have motored thirty hours and I can’t imagine trying to stay warm slogging against a breeze on Lake Michigan all night without it. It also makes the cockpit more comfortable while at anchor if there is any kind of wind forward. In terms of sailing controls, I had to move the mainsheet block aft a couple of inches on the boom and the secondary winches forward on the coaming cannot be used, genoa just fine. With the dodger I can leave the companionway open in a rainstorm and the area behind the ‘windshield’ becomes added space for storing whatever. There are cutouts for the halyards which lead aft to the cabintop winches. I will send you photos.
Greg Alimenti St. Joseph, MI Cara Mia 1977 C&C 29 Mk 1 From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Jeremy Dinsel via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, May 13, 2020 7:47 PM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Jeremy Dinsel <jeremy.din...@gmail.com> Subject: Stus-List C&C 29s with a Dodger I’m looking to add a dodger to my C&C 29 (the original model). It used to have one, but one of the previous owners removed it before I ever saw it. I’m wondering if any of the C&C 29 owners on this list wouldn’t mind sending me a photo of their dodger along with any statements of affirmation that adding such a costly item to the boat is worth it. My friend, and fellow C&C owner Lee has already advised me that I’m not likely to get the return on investment when I eventually sell the boat, but it might make the boat easier to sell when the time comes. I think I’m okay with this because I think the dodger will help with keeping some of the cold pacific northwest winds off me when I’m relaxing in full foulies in the cockpit, staring at the sun with eyes closed (or the clouds blocking the sun). Best regards and thanks in advance! Jeremy Dinsel S/V Whisper, 1977 C&C 29
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