Hi All,
I'm looking into buying a Capri 22 Std rig Wing keel. Newer >2001 version. I plan on trailer launching each time.
The ramps on the Potomac River in my area are pretty long with a 12 degree grade. 4ft depth at low tide. Leesylvania Park and Pohick regional Park ramps.
Based on some measurements I've been able to do, the Capri 22 on a trail-rite trailer sits about 45" from the ground.
So assume Length down ramp to where the tires put the water at the waterline is = to Height/tan(12) = 45"/0.2125 so about 17.6' down the ramp.
I measured 15' from trailer wheels to hitch and the trailer has a 4' extension. So that seems OK
This only gives a 3" margin from 45" to 48" of water.
I don't have any experience launching winged Capri 22s.
Would this be doable at low tide?
Have others had similar situations launching in shallow water.
I have read that the high rear bunk pads can be an issue especially with recovery.
Thank you for your comments
I'm looking into buying a Capri 22 Std rig Wing keel. Newer >2001 version. I plan on trailer launching each time.
The ramps on the Potomac River in my area are pretty long with a 12 degree grade. 4ft depth at low tide. Leesylvania Park and Pohick regional Park ramps.
Based on some measurements I've been able to do, the Capri 22 on a trail-rite trailer sits about 45" from the ground.
So assume Length down ramp to where the tires put the water at the waterline is = to Height/tan(12) = 45"/0.2125 so about 17.6' down the ramp.
I measured 15' from trailer wheels to hitch and the trailer has a 4' extension. So that seems OK
This only gives a 3" margin from 45" to 48" of water.
I don't have any experience launching winged Capri 22s.
Would this be doable at low tide?
Have others had similar situations launching in shallow water.
I have read that the high rear bunk pads can be an issue especially with recovery.
Thank you for your comments