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Old 10-25-2021, 11:57 AM   #16
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City: Centreville MD
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Originally Posted by SANAUH View Post
Minimum bridge clearance is 19’ 6” (at Chicago). There are other limits, but everything else can be bypassed. Top of the fixed FRP bimini over the flybridge is just over 17’. May require removal of antennas/instrumentation for that one bridge. I do know of other NPY yachts which have made the loop, including a 49 (which is “taller”). I did consider a hinged arch with canvas bimini, but a solid bimini feels like a better long term decision.
Great. You have done the research. A hard top is nice

Just FYI for you or others here is a link I saved discussing needs.

There are other tight spots. Just knowing others exist might be important in understand what routes become off limits.

https://www.passagemaker.com/lifesty...fect-loop-boat
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