anchors in sand

[Larry Niles]

I want to set a temporary mooring for my cd26 on a river on the Delaware Bay. Other boats are using two anchors connected by chain to a central swivel which is connected to a mooring bouy. The bottom is sand swept by a strong current. I would like to use one of the Horizon claw or plow anchors. Are they reliable? If not how would a real Bruce work in sand?



nilesl@delanet.com

[Bob Pence]

I want to set a temporary mooring for my cd26 on a river on the Delaware Bay. Other boats are using two anchors connected by chain to a central swivel which is connected to a mooring bouy. The bottom is sand swept by a strong current. I would like to use one of the Horizon claw or plow anchors. Are they reliable? If not how would a real Bruce work in sand?

I served on the mooring crew for our yacht club for several years. We used nothing but mushrooms, 200-300 lbs. for a CD 26. If the boat is being left unattended I would not trust any of the anchors you are considering. The mushroom can be removed only by lifting straight up, not on an angle.



sixpence@dmv.com

[Al Levesque]

I want to set a temporary mooring

...We used nothing but mushrooms,...

Might want to check in your area. Some places outlaw the mushroom. In shallow mooring areas the shanks become dangerous spikes after the eyes have rusted away.

Al



albertlevesque@cove.com

[Kurt]

I suggest a 75lb mushroom...there will be some dragging until it sets. But once it sets deep into the sand, it should be adequate for anything less than a hurricane



kjlgpw@aol.com

[Jay Ankers]

I have a 55 pound Delta Fast-Set anchor from Simpson-Lawrance for sale. It will hold you boat like an large 8 cylinder engine block...without rusting away.

Both the Delta and CQR are excellent for mud and sand.

I live over in Chesapeake City. Email me if you are interested in the anchor. It's a deal.

Jay
s/v Per Diem
CD-30 (#344)



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