[C320-list] Bimini Top

[crashley at gte.net]

Don (I think),

We bought an after-market bimini from a reputable and recommended shop (that 
will remain anonymous) but we have not been that happy with it. It's too 
large and interferes with the boom unless we make a conscious effort to 
prevent it from doing so. I would recommend a smaller one that attaches to 
the TOP of the aft side rails. Ours connects between the lower lifeline and 
the deck and is just too damn big. When you sit in the stern pulpit seats 
you sort of have to duck down to avoid bumping your head. The only time we 
really use it is when we are at anchor and then it is actually quite 
enjoyable. I also think the stowed bimini slows us down a bit when sailing. 
I'm sure I'll get a ton of "what the hell are you talking about" responses 
but that's our experience.

CRA
Rosebud #882

 ----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Chris Block" <chris_block at comcast.net>
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Sent: Thursday, August 28, 2008 4:03 PM
Subject: Re: [C320-list] Bimini Top


> Which is what I'm doing tonight.....bring it Gustov!
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> [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Pat Moriarty
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> Just make sure it is easy to remove before each hurricane.
>
>
> At 06:23 PM 8/27/2008, you wrote:
>>The reason I say it that way is because, this like asking folks what
>>underwear to buy...Biminis are great, but they are a personal buy. As I've
>>said a hundred times, regarding sails, sit down with a professional canvas
>>guy and have a talk with him as to what he can make, what options he might
>>be able to provide, etc.
>>
>>I would wait till you got to Key West and actually see what other folks
>>have before you make a decision....there are so many options out there
>>that I just feel there's very little value in asking a generic question
>>like that..
>>
>>So yes, my recommendation remains, get one...
>>
>>
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>>Uh, gee, thanks Orlando.  I think...<g>
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>>-------------- Original message from Orlando.Duran at AveryDennison.com:
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>> > Yes, get one..
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>> > I'll be moving Stargazer from Lake Michigan to Key West next month and
>> > will need to add a bimini. Currently has a dodger. Any 
>> > recommendations -
>>
>> > positive or negative - would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanks,
>> >
>> > Don Dixon
>> > Stargazer #605
>> > Washington Island, WI - Key West, FL
>> >
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