On Thu, 07 Apr 2005 19:56:46 -0400, Jeff
wrote:

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.

That's misleading. In my limited experience using a kellet (once, and
it was an improv), you can extend the useful grip of your anchor, and
somewhat lessen the scope without loss of anchoring due to the simple
action of altering the geometry of the catenary.

But as someone pointed out, if the rode goes taut, you just have a
heavier rode.

It's an occasionally useful stop gap and a wee bit of insurance if,
say, you are anchored with a 15 lb. Danforth or equivalent "lunch
hook" and the wind pipes up. Lowering a kellet can buy you additional
prep minutes to depart or to ready a more appropriate anchor.

YMMV,
R.