THE PLASTIMO ANCHORS
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A good anchor is your best insurance What is a good anchor ? An anchor that enables you to face all situations safely : open berth in a nice calm weather, or "emergency" berth when the boat drifts towards the rocks. The holding power of an anchor is highly dependent on the nature of Some helpful hints The basic rules of a good anchoring system • The selection of the anchor is critical, as it is obviously playing the main part of your anchoring system. Do not skimp on such an essential safety gear : the name and experience of an acknowledged manufacturer is the warrant for your peace of mind. • Do not overlook the importance of every element in your anchoring system : it is only by selecting top quality elements and assembling them correctly together that one obtains a perfectly reliable anchoring. - the chain diameter must be generous (see table), and its length at least 5 times the boat's length. - The rope rode : opt for polyamide, which provides good abrasion and tension resistance, and nas a good stretching capacity (18 to 25 %) to absorb the surges that waves impart on the anchor. • Have 2 anchoring systems minimum : the primary anchor at the bow, as the "working anchor" ; the second anchor in an easy-to- reach locker, serving asine "storm anchor". In any event, all anchoring systems must be ready to use at all times ; they should, if possible, feature a different type of anchor (for example, a plough anchor at the bow and a flat anchor at the stern). A third anchoring system is also advisable, for short anchorage, such as "lunch-hooks" or as an extra security. In this particular case, an aluminium anchor with a weighted rope is ideal, due to its good holding pwer and easy handling. • Trie scope (length of anchor line) should be determined according to the water aeptti below your keel and the wind conditions : - Less than 10 m : 3 times the water depth, up to Force 3 ; 5 times the water depth, up to Force 6; 7 times the water depth, up to Force 9. - More than 10 m : no more than 5 times the water depth. • Beyond Force 9, you shoulc line (allowing a 60° to 90° angle with a 2 to 5 m chain interval. In set 2 anchors, either each on its own , or both anchors on the same line Doth cases, you should provide a generous scope. A paint colour-coding every metre, on both rope and chain, will facilitate manoeuvres immensely. Dinghy, tender, Optimist Dinghy, inflatable boat, Towable sail/power boat Nylon rope The anchor weight is only given as an indication, per length of boat. However, this criterion alone is not sufficient, and your anchor selection should also recognise the specific construction of your vessel.

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