On Sat, 09 Jul 2005 17:17:09 GMT, Rosalie B. wrote:

wrote:

Wow, another quasi-religious discussion to get into on a seriously
arcane topic. OK, I love my Delta and anybody who puts a CQR on their
bow is just posing as a serious cruiser.



We have a CQR on the bow (came with the boat), and a Danforth on the
stern (also came with the boat) but we've never used either of them,
altho they are rigged ready for use. We love our Super Max, and
that's all we use.


grandma Rosalie

S/V RosalieAnn, Leonardtown, MD
CSY 44 WO #156
http://home.mindspring.com/~gmbeasley/id1.html

Seriously,
I use a 60lb CQR with 90 metres of 10mm chain and have 150 metres of line if I
need it. I have a danforth as a kedge and a spare 40lb CQR. For 5 years cruising
we had the 40lb plow which was fine. The 60lb was bought to ensure a good
night's sleep. We always put out 5 to 1 in scope and power backwards to ensure
the anchor digs in, the chain being marked every 5 metres. We found the best way
to mark the chain was to thread one foot lengths of different colours of 5 or 6
mm (1/4 inch) braid in and out of the chain lengths.- better than ties and
easier to see than paint at night.

I have often wondered about the fortress. I envy its light weight but am
concerned about the holding power. I have often noticed that the CQR sometimes
does not dig in at all but lies on its side. Therefore the only thing holding us
in the spot is the weight of the anchor and the weight and caternary of the
chain. If there is any current or wind the CQR will anchor in though.

Can anyone advise why the weight of the fortress is not a factor for concern? I
would love the light weight to load in the dinghy when using it as a kedge.

Also, what is a "Supermax" ?

Thanks

Thanks