I have had 3 Rhodes 22s since 2003. My 1st was a lake boat with a 4 hp 2 stroke Mariner. I encountered a squall with 4 ft seas & 35 mph winds & the
4hp was quite adequate. I have also had a 5 hp 4 stroke Briggs & Stratton, a 2 stroke 9.9 hp Yamaha & currently a 4 stroke 9.9 hp Yamaha. The 8 hp is absolutely fine. I borrowed one when mine needed service & it was fine.

Stay Well,
Stephen Staum
s/v Pinafore
Needham, MA

On Sat, Jul 5, 2025 at 10:32 AM THOMAS POLISE via Rhodes22-list <
rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote:

> I presently have a 9.9 HP motor that is in need of replacement, and was
> considering the 8 hp Yamaha.  Has anyone gone to 8, and if so is that
> enough hp against wind and also in assisting in getting off when running
> aground?
> Thanks
>