JohnH wrote:

On Thu, 14 Oct 2004 17:44:16 -0400, Ed wrote:

Most of us in FLorida have barrier coats and bottom paint so not a
real long term issue. If you think it is a problem, just carry 2
anchors and drop one on the way in and the other after you back in
(carry it to the beach). This also helps if you happen to go to
the beach on a falling tide.


This is a great way to play on the beach and not rub on the sand. A
small anchor with about fifty feet of rope tied to the stern works
great for me.

John H

On the 'PocoLoco' out of Deale, MD,
on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay!

There are 10 kinds of people in the world,
those who can do binary and those who can't!

I believe this is the option I am going to use. Friday, I'm picking up
my first NEW boat. All others have been used, beatup boats. No gel
coat to worry about. This is a 2004 and straight from the dealer so I
want to baby it.

Thanks all!