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miss ellie
Joined: 21 Dec 2007 Posts: 18 City/Region: Belfast
State or Province: ME
C-Dory Year: 2004
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Miss Ellie
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Posted: Mon Oct 03, 2016 10:25 pm Post subject: Cockpit seating |
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For several years we have used this dock box and found pros and cons of its use. What we like most is that this molded fiberglass and gelcoat box has great utility. It is totally sturdy, so the lid serves as a solid landing point when stepping down onto the boat, as well as making a very nice four-cushion seat. Other things we like include its being a cavernous storage area for boat hook, swim ladder, fenders, dock lines, spare lines, beaching anchor, dinghy tow bridle, cleaning supplies, fishing stuff, water shoes, etc., etc. This one also has a locking hasp, gas struts for the lid, and sturdy "feet" that keep it slightly elevated from the deck. This allows free flow of water back to the transom bilge area.
I fashioned the folding back from horizontal mahogany slats and re-varnish it every few years. All hardware is stainless and a Sea Dog marine door hook secures it as a seatback, to the aft edge of the cockpit wall. When folded down onto the box lid there is access aft under the motor well.
And now for the cons: it takes up a good amount of the cockpit floor-space, and its a bit heavy when occasionally taking it on or off the boat. Years ago I "inherited" this box from a marina neighbor, and noticed a label stating it was manufactured by Better Way Products in Indiana. All in all, this addition works very well for the two us, whether the task is storing away dock lines or relaxing with end-of-day cocktails.
Ahh, that's the ticket! _________________ 1989 22' Cruiser, Honda 75
2004 22' Cruiser, twin Tohatsu 50's |
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hank clow
Joined: 13 Aug 2011 Posts: 93 City/Region: L'Anse
State or Province: MI
C-Dory Year: 2003
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Meri Aura
Photos: Meri Aura
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Posted: Wed Oct 05, 2016 9:00 am Post subject: Recliners on a 22 |
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We "invested" in two Lafuma flolding recliners and have been very pleased. Being of an age where naps are a part of our day when boating, we've found them ideally suited for us. When towing we store them on the forward bunk. While cruising they bungee nicely in the cockpit. At anchor or dockside they unfold in the cockpit with the cooler in-between to act as a table. They are very lightweight and well constructed and easily carried ashore for gatherings. In addition, you have a variety of color choices. We went on line and googled Lafuma finding several sites that carried them.
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Two Happy
Joined: 08 Feb 2019 Posts: 16 City/Region: Bothell
State or Province: WA
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Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2019 4:24 pm Post subject: Pedestal Seats In Cockpit? |
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Hello- We just read that the cockpit is 4"6" long in the C-Dory 22 cruiser. Couldn't one just mount four swiveling pedestal seats back there- two on each side so you can use one for a footrest for lounging about and then have four seats maybe with a removable table in the middle for eating, playing cards when company is aboard? Or does something like that compromise the safety of the boat? _________________ Happy Travels |
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thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20829 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
Photos: Thataway
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Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2019 5:25 pm Post subject: |
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See my post, including sources and photos in the other thread you started: _________________ Bob Austin
Thataway
Thataway (Ex Seaweed) 2007 25 C Dory May 2018 to Oct. 2021
Thisaway 2006 22' CDory November 2011 to May 2018
Caracal 18 140 Suzuki 2007 to present
Thataway TomCat 255 150 Suzukis June 2006 thru August 2011
C Pelican; 1992, 22 Cruiser, 2002 thru 2006
Frequent Sea; 2003 C D 25, 2007 thru 2009
KA6PKB
Home port: Pensacola FL |
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Two Happy
Joined: 08 Feb 2019 Posts: 16 City/Region: Bothell
State or Province: WA
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Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2019 6:24 pm Post subject: |
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Thataway- What a great photo album you have provided. We saw the dry rot pictures- That looked like a lot of work! Your boat looks great! |
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thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20829 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
Photos: Thataway
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Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2019 9:10 pm Post subject: Re: Recliners on a 22 |
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hank clow wrote: | We "invested" in two Lafuma flolding recliners and have been very pleased. They are very lightweight and well constructed and easily carried ashore for gatherings. In addition, you have a variety of color choices
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These look very similar to the recliner I have, but much lighter weight. I noted on Amazon that there seem to be two weights--one 9# and one 18# . I would guess that you have the 9#, with aluminum frames. (and more expensive) |
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Two Happy
Joined: 08 Feb 2019 Posts: 16 City/Region: Bothell
State or Province: WA
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Posted: Tue Feb 12, 2019 9:41 am Post subject: Cockpit Seating |
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Found "Capt Mac" pictures and his back bench. Every boat we have had has had cockpit seating so I never really thought about it until considering a 22. With the right materials and a very handy husband, lounging is very doable if we decide to go the built in route. otherwise it appears we could create seating for four or lounging for two with those loungers that become chairs- It appears what they have done with own chairs is a study in itself. |
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