I agree.  True, it gets in the way sometimes, but overall it’s definitely worth it.  My boat came with the frame already on it and an old, very worn bimini.  We had a local canvas sewer at our sailing club make a new cover, and it’s been great to have.

Frank

Frank Goldsmith
S/V Mary Bess (Rhodes 22 1985/2001)
Fairview, NC
Lake Keowee, SC

> On Mar 20, 2024, at 9:51 AM, Michael Corley <michael.4591 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> A bimini adds comfort and enjoyment.  It is the difference between being
> stuck on an open lifeboat and cruising in the shade with a cold drink in
> your hand . . .
> Definitely get one!
> 
> Mike
> s/v Ranger
> Hampton Roads, VA
> 
> On Tue, Mar 19, 2024 at 8:10 PM Tom Hyatt via Rhodes22-list <
> rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:
> 
>> I'm mulling over whether I want to install a bimini top on my Rhodes. I
>> know from pictures that some of you have done this already. I'm interested
>> in the pros and cons and, for those of you who have bimini tops, are there
>> specs of sizes and brands that you could share with me.
>> 
>> Thanks in advance for your help.
>> 
>> Tom Hyatt
>> S/V Eliza Jane 1978
>> Baltimore, MD.
>>