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The above is more than sufficiently logical and reasonable.... but that's not the currency mostly used in here! :eek:
4 Sep 2024
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Have a look at my photos showing how a large anchor is correctly set (it is often the best set anchor in the anchorage), but If it was...
4 Sep 2024
noelex
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When you anchor full time, it is not difficult to compare your anchor’s security with that of your neighbours. Boats with small...
4 Sep 2024
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I don't know about "proven incorrect", but as I have said several times before, when I've been anchored in gale conditions, I don't...
4 Sep 2024
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Only for those with a vivid imagination.
4 Sep 2024
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I wonder how good a 1kg carbon fibre anchor is (of the best design) that has a displacement of 1.1 kg ....after all lighter is better...
4 Sep 2024
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Charging batteries over winter layup
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Lead acid batteries typically self discharge about 1.25% per week when in good condition. This is temperature (and a few other factors)...
3 Sep 2024
noelex
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do i need nylon and chain ?
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The setting performance will be decreased if you eliminate the chain. However, I would image yours a medium or medium soft mud...
3 Sep 2024
noelex
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Should I swap to a smaller / 3rd gen anchor?
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Our first yacht had much the same setup. If you are finding the 25 lb anchor a "bit heavy to handle" then you should certainly consider...
3 Sep 2024
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A better Soft Shackle?
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"....there is little need for original thought - the ideas are there (maybe unseen) just waiting for some imaginative soul to add newer...
3 Sep 2024
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A better Soft Shackle?
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Interesting. I know there is some talk in catamaran circles about how to design an efficient system to automatically release the sheets...
2 Sep 2024
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Our harbour has a great predominance of traditional boats. Yarmouth worships the gaffer, we, with a folding tri stand out like a sore...
2 Sep 2024
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What’s the name of the plug I need?
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^^ Common on motorcycles. Look there. Many adapters, extensions, and gadgets on Amazon.
2 Sep 2024
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A better Soft Shackle?
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The “recent” advance that has spurred developments in soft shackles is the availability of high strength Dyneema (and other HMWPE...
1 Sep 2024
noelex
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What’s the name of the plug I need?
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It looks like a DIN (or sometimes called merit) socket. These are a popular "improved" cigarette lighter socket/plug that will handle a...
1 Sep 2024
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