Doug Dotson wrote:
"Jeff" wrote in message
...

Michael wrote:

"Anchor weights, (also known as chums, kellets, sentinels, anchor
angels) have been used for generations to anchor boats more securely.
They almost double the holding power of the anchor and reduce the
working load of the anchor by up to 50%. They are an advanced
technique in safe, secure anchoring."

"The secret is to have it off the seabed at all stages of the tide."

"All chain anchoring....Trailer boats, power or sail .How it is
attached .Anchoring techniques
.How catenary affects anchor holding..Have a look at the video .See
demonstrations at boatshows "

URL:

http://www.anchorbuddy.co.nz/

Any thoughts?

A handy gadget to have, but not a necessity.


It is if you do any serious cruising. Close in anchoring with limited scope
is a way of life.

I guess I'm not a serious cruiser. When an anchorage gets too crowded
for proper anchoring, I move elsewhere.


It is useful if you find yourself anchoring in limited scope situations.


Right.


However, I wouldn't feel happy relying on one in high winds since its
advantage goes away when the rode is stretched tight.


No one suggested that a kellet is advantageous in this situation. In a high
wind
situation one must let out additional scope. No substitutes for that.


The web site makes a number of claims that might lead one too believe
you could get by with a smaller anchor in a blow. "reduces loads by
50%", etc.



Regards,
Doug