"Jeff Morris" wrote in message

This is certainly contrary to the universal experience of cruisers. Of
course, pound for pound the CQR is particular inefficient, especially at
the smaller sizes. Perhaps you should get a modern version of the plow.

The CQR is my favourite anchor. If you set properly with correct chain and
rode... there is no reason to doubt the plow design as being effective. My
26lb stainless plow with 100 ft of chain is my main anchor. The chain is
fastened by swivel shackle to 300 ft of 3/4" rode.
My second anchor is also a plow, galvanized, with the same set up. I also
have a 50lb steel fluke and a 60lb fisherman's anchor with 30 ft lengths of
chain for each and a spool of 1/2" braid I can use as rode.

CM