On Thu, 07 Apr 2005 18:03:52 -0400, Jeff
wrote:


A handy gadget to have, but not a necessity. It is useful if you find
yourself anchoring in limited scope situations. However, I wouldn't
feel happy relying on one in high winds since its advantage goes away
when the rode is stretched tight.

"A main, or “Working Anchor” should hold up to 30 knots of wind. A
“Storm Anchor” is for winds up to 42 knots. Remember that as the wind
speed doubles, the holding requirement quadruples!"

http://www.fortressanchors.com/safe_anchoring.html


http://www.fortressanchors.com/anchor_tests.html
Click to review the different tests:

[U.S. Navy Anchor Test]
[Miami Sandy Bottom Test]
[San Francisco Soft Mud Test]
[French and Holland Test]