Anchoring for Squalls

Dragging anchor is no fun. At best, you end up on deck in less than ideal conditions — often the middle of the night and/or a squall. At worst, there’s boat damage and injury to people.

By always anchoring as if we know it’ll blow 50, we’re ready for the times it does. Here, I tell how we do it.

Links:

Mantus Anchor (Amazon)

Mantus Chain Hook for 1/4″ chain (Amazon)

Sena Bluetooth headsets (Amazon) Update: This set is different from the ones I own. But it’s the latest version and a little less money!)

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