"Simple Simon" wrote in message
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If you have to ask you probably won't take good advice
anyway.


I don't have to ask, and I probably wouldn't take RB's advice. Your's, as usual, is a bit
flawed.

1) there is NO substitute for weight when it comes to anchoring

Sure there is. Anchors have evolved considerably from rocks tied to vines. Might I
remind you that the Danforth anchors you seem to favor are called "lightweight" anchors.
Also, using two lighter anchors is not the "heavier is better" technique, that would
advise using a single large CQR and a heavy chain.

2) combination rodes consisting of three-strand nylon and chain are
the best choice.

I agree - that's why I cut my 90 foot chain rode in half to make two chain-nylon rodes.
This also is part of the "anchor smarter" approach.

3) two anchors placed so they pull against each other are always better
than one.

I often use two, but they don't "pull against each other." Usually they are placed the
45 degree double anchor configuration, where they share the load and limit the swing.
Sometimes I use a Bahamian Moor, up current and down current, where only one is under
tension at any time........

4) one anchor in light and fluky winds especially if there are currents
can and often do 'trip out' and don't reset because the chain is
wrapped around the shank or crown.

True for many bottoms, but those that anchor in the soft mud of the Chesapeake say this
doesn't happen.


5) if one wishes to have a good night's sleep in the event of a squall
or frontal passage, two anchors set pulling against each other is
the only way to ensure it.

OK - but what's this "pulling against" thing you have?

6) One should always consider that conditions change and one should
anchor for the maximum likely conditions of wind and current.


Duh.