Dodger for 33.5

[Steve O.]

Does anybody have any photos of a dodger on an early (1988) h33.5? I'm trying to decide if I want to install one, but because of some of the peculiarities of this particular boat (traveler position, winch placement, etc) I would really like to see one that has been installed already. If somebody could scan and post photos I would be grateful. Thanks.

 

[Chris B]

Hang in there, Steve!

I have a dodger on my 33.5. I am on a business trip, but when I return, I will send you a photo.

 

[John]

Some Considerations

We've got a dodger on our '88 H-35 which has the traveler in front of the companionway hatch. These are some points to consider:1. Height should at least reach the bottom of your chin when standing in the cockpit. When standing in the companionway it should clear your head. Realize the canvas sags between the forward and aft bows - I didn't factor this in.2. We have four windows to account for the traveler. Two of the windows are the width of the traveler from port jam cleat to st'bd jam cleat, with the middle of the two being in the middle for easy access to the mainsheet. All three points have zippers and the two middle windows roll up. There are two straps, left and right, to hold up each window when it is rolled up inside.This situation allows for workong of the traveler when going down-wind. The center zipper allows for working the mainsheet when going upwind.3. The aft bow should extend far enough aft to allow a person st sit and keep the rain off.