To add to Mikes's comment: Make sure the hatches are locked down. Blowing open at 65 mph is not good.


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Richard Beytagh
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On Tue, Jun 29, 2021 at 12:32 PM Mike Riter <mike at traildesign.com> wrote:

> Hi Mike. I go through the trailer and check lights, tires, tire pressure
> and lug nuts. I make sure the boat is secured to the trailer at the bow and
> stern. I leave my rudder attached, but tie it off to one side so it won’t
> flop around or accidentally drop down. I double check to make sure the mast
> is secured at the bow and tied to the crutch in the back. I also made a
> cradle that mounts in the mast step to further support the mast and keep it
> from bouncing.
>
> Any thing loose (pfd’s, cushions, cooler, etc) goes in the cabin. Fuel
> tanks and motor going in the truck bed. I make sure the batteries are
> charged then confirm all the lights and electronics are working. If I’m
> going on a long trip (another state) then I rig the boat in the driveway
> and check that all the standing and running rigging is in good working
> order. After that, anchor and rode check along with fenders and dock lines.
> Tools, extra parts and lines are also loaded in the cabin.
>
> Last but not least the keys for the pop top, lazarett and motor lock are
> put in the truck console then double checked before I go.
>
> Mike Riter
> SV Emma B
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> On Mon, Jun 28, 2021 at 3:57 PM <mm.bizlist1 at gmail.com> wrote:
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> > Hi All,
> >
> >
> >
> > I am a new Rhodie preparing to take my Rhodes on the road for the first
> > time
> > solo next month.  I'd greatly appreciate your advice about best practices
> > and precautions for securing the boat for travel.  Has anyone developed a
> > checklist for that?
> >
> >
> >
> > Thank you in advance!
> >
> >
> >
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