[C320-list] Anchor recommendations

[Bruce Stanley]

Hi Crosby
I have completed 3 major long coastal cruises from Sydney 1100+nm north (one
way) to the famous Great Barrier Reef.
The importance of a good anchor, chain, windlass, and the correct laying
'set' of anchor and chain all combine to produce solid anchoring and a good
nights sleep.
I have tried the new 35lb Delta on our new C320 (#1084). The Delta failed to
hold 2 out of 3 times!
I quickly changed from the 35lb Delta to a 35lb CQR (Manson made in New
Zealand). This is a quality product and it has never failed me.
The CQR anchors have proven to be the proven anchor.
It also has constantly been pointed out that the Chain actually does the
holding...more chain out the better...
"it is no good sitting in the locker"
A minimum rule I try to follow is that you put out at least 4 times the
depth in shallow water (3 meters / 10-12 feet) and 3 times the depth in deep
water.
I believe WestMarine have a good video clip on their web site (I have not
seen it myself).
You will no doubt get a variety of anchors to chose from. I use and trust
the CQR.
good luck
Bruce Stanley
Sydney Australia
C320 #1084 'FantasticLady'


On Sat, Jun 14, 2008 at 2:34 PM, Crosby Roper <vmdatsea at hotmail.com> wrote:

> We're planning our first trip to Catalina Island off LA in our 320. We have
> a 22 lb danforth with 50 feet of chain and 250 of 3/8 inch nylon rode. We
> also have an 11# aluminum Fortress anchor with 150' of nylon rode as a
> secondary. We'd eventually like to explore the other channel islands and I'm
> looking for some opinions on anchors  and tips for cruising catalina from
> anyone who has cruised in this area.
>
> ThanksCrosby Roper, VMD
> Tethys Hull # 1054
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