Advice on anchors

Started by spikeandco, 05 May 2021, 10:01

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spikeandco

Hello, we have just acquired a BR20 having waited a yeaar due to Corona virus and are very excitedf to take her out for the first time. Can anyone offer advice on type/ size of anchor to purchase?
Spike and Angela
BR 20 'Weatherwax'. Plank sprit, conventional jib. Asym spinn. Coppercoat. Yamaha 6. Based Weymouth

Peter Cockerton

The forum is the first place to look, over the years this and many other subjects have been discussed in depth and offer a wealth of information and different views on most subjects.
This link is one of many which may help you with your choice of anchor.

https://www.swallowyachtsassociation.org/smf/index.php/topic,1090.msg7563.html#msg7563



Peter C
Bayraider 20 mk2
Larger jib set on bowsprit with AeroLuff spar
USA rig
Carbon Fibre main boom with sail stack pack
Epropulsion Spirit Plus Outboard