I recently had my first anchor test. We were in Coechles harbor on Shelter Island overnight and a 50+ knot squall blew through at 2AM. I have a Rocna (I believe it is the 27 lb) with 20’ of chain and I had about 70’ of line which is about 6:1 in that area. I was one of the few boats that did not drag out of about 20 in the anchorage. It was nerve wracking to try to monitor, but now I have a great deal more confidence for the next time. I would also set an anchor watch next time so I could monitor my position from the cabin. I was concerned that I would have trouble getting the anchor up the next morning (still blowing 20+ and no windlass) but it came right out when we motored slowly forward. The only problem I have is that the Rocna does not fit under the bow pulpit because of the large hoop. I was considering putting it in the anchor compartment while racing, but when I realized I could not take it off without disconnecting it from the chain, I decided to leave it in place. Dave
Aries 1990 C&C 34+ New London, CT
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