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Vessel Operation

ANCHORING

Yo u r   Re g a l   y a c h t
features  a  stainless
steel plow type anchor.
The  anchor  will  set
quickly in a variety of
bottoms because of  its
unique  shank  profile
and  ballasted  tip.  It  is
a  high  holding  type
anchor made from high

grade  manganese  steel  and  stainless  steel  for  maximum
tensile strength. The anchor weight is 55 pound or (25) kg.
Anchoring is easier with another person on board. First be
certain that the line for the anchor is properly attached, to
avoid losing the anchor and anchor line overboard.
For more effi ciency, a 25’ length of  galvanized chain has
been added to the rode length. The chain will stand up to
the abrasion of  sand, rock, or mud on the bottom much
better than a nylon line. Being galvanized the chain will
resist  corrosion.  Approximately  175’  of   3  strand  nylon
line has been added to ensure a adequate scope in different
depths and weather situations. The nylon will stretch under
a heavy strain cushioning the impact of  waves or wind on
both the boat and the anchor.
To  anchor,  select  an  area  preferably  with  a  fl at  bottom.
Mud, sandy clay and fi rm stand afford the best bottoms for
anchoring. Grassy bottoms often resist the anchor taking
hold and end up pulling out grass and  roots. Contrary to
modern belief,  you do not anchor while the boat is making
headway, or moving forward. In fact, the bow of  the boat
should  be  brought  slowly  backward,  while  releasing  the
anchor until it hits the bottom. To “snub the line” means
to stop its outward “pay” or movement.
Usually  the  length  of   anchor  line  used  should  be  5  to
10  times  the  depth  of   the  water  depending  on  weather
conditions. This ratio is called the “scope”; the minimum
scope under average conditions is 7 or 8:1. If  the scope is
too short the anchor’s effi ciency is diminished. A longer
scope cushions the shock load on the entire system.

Once a scope is determined sometimes it is diffi cult to
know how much line to let out to reach the desired scope
especially at night.  One way to mark an anchor line that
will identify the amount of  line is to paint wide and narrow
bands from about 50’ to 150’ in 10’ intervals. The wide
bands equal 50’ and each narrow band would equal 10’.
Distinguish each 50’ band with a different color paint. This
can be done with “see in the dark” paint. Simply tape each
length for the appropriate band before painting it.
After  you  have  anchored,  check  your  position  with
landmarks if  possible. You need to continue to monitor
these landmarks to make sure you are not drifting. Since
anchoring can also be an emergency procedure, the anchor
and line should be readily accessible. Check anchor locker
to ensure an untangled anchor line.
Once anchored the anchor line must be secured to a strong
tie such as a cleat.

Do not rely on the windlass brake to carry the anchor rode load.

Use a series of full turns and half-hitches around the
cleat horn to prevent any line slippage or jamming. This
is important as the scope may need to be adjusted over a
period of time and you need swift access to the line.

For increased holding power in windy conditions, two
anchors are sometimes set. If your primary anchor drags,
you can run out your secondary anchor without picking
up the primary one. The important thing is to lay them
out at an angle. When setting two anchors, make sure they
are fastened to separate strong ties such as cleats. This is
done in case you need to adjust one later so the line must
be accessible.

Note: In times of high waves a buoy on the rode works as
a shock absorber and allows the vessel’s bow to ride the
wave crests without large strains being transmitted to the
set anchor. These plastic foam buoys can be purchased at
boating retail outlets.

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