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October 07, 2013, 04:35:27 PM
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sonny200ccp

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anchor size
« on: October 07, 2013, 04:35:27 PM »
what size do i need, how much chain, how much rope? its a 1984 200ccp.
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October 07, 2013, 06:45:11 PM
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seabob4

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Re: anchor size
« Reply #1 on: October 07, 2013, 06:45:11 PM »
First question...what is your normal anchoring depth?  Understanding the 7:1 scope and all...
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October 07, 2013, 06:49:54 PM
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sonny200ccp

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Re: anchor size
« Reply #2 on: October 07, 2013, 06:49:54 PM »
from 20' to 100'.
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October 07, 2013, 07:30:25 PM
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seabob4

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Re: anchor size
« Reply #3 on: October 07, 2013, 07:30:25 PM »
If you have a lot of current or windy situations, I'd go with 300' of 1/2" line with 15' of 3/8" proof-coil or type BB chain.  The anchor selection will depend on your bottom structure...
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October 07, 2013, 07:52:38 PM
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October 07, 2013, 10:11:44 PM
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sonny200ccp

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Re: anchor size
« Reply #5 on: October 07, 2013, 10:11:44 PM »
Sand mostly. After reading all of that I
Own a 13 lb a friend just gave me so I'll
Put 10' of chain and 100' of 1/2 rope and
Never again anchor deep water.
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