Nomad Willy
Guru
Group9,
Don't think so other than signs of wear and usage on the anchors.
Don't think so other than signs of wear and usage on the anchors.
Group9,
Don't think so other than signs of wear and usage on the anchors.
Eric
Here is a question for you. Assuming your boat can easily carry the extra weight and your windless can lift the extra weight can an oversized anchor be detrimental?
Yes, definitely. Specifically because you don't mention the degree of "detrimental" other than "boat can easily carry".
If one was to evaluate the average boat they would probably find that they were 25% or more overloaded w extra weight. Most any element of boat performance will be enhanced by weight reduction. Things most never think about like how promptly a boat slows or stops when throttled heavily in reverse. Lightness in a boat relative to performance is unquestionable.
Some would argue weight is a virtue. Some insignificant cases can be made. And the very essence of "trawler" is based on weight .. heavy cruiser. But "extra" weight is stupid. If you have an anchor that holds your boat what would you do w more weight? Show your friends that your anchor is really big? To grow hair on your chest .. essentially.
As I see it there's no excuse for excess weight.
Fifty knots.
Using your philosophy why not a 200lb anchor? But then ya never know what will come along. 300lb anchor?
There's lots printed on the size of anchors to have. Read and pick a size.
And if you're paranoid and consider dragging the end of the world go all out.
With GPS anchor alarms many boats could downsize their anchor and rode. Dragging can now be almost considered an inconvience and if you're still uncomfortable post a watch.
"Saying the guy who only cruises his backyard, and the guy who cruises to far away places need the same anchoring capability is not really valid."
Where did I say that?
Once, you've been in a 75 mph squall on a lee shore, there is no such thing as too much anchor.
On our 42 foot motor yacht (40,000 lbs), our primary anchor is a Mantus 85 pounder.
It may look silly, but it feels good!
I greatly appreciate all the comments. Trying to stay on track as I've narrowed it down to brand (Rocna) and style (Vulcan) as what I think best fits my needs. I realize that there are a vast number of options for anchors and almost all of them work very well (or no one would buy them nor would there be passionate supporters of a particular brand/model).
I'm just asking if any forum users have actual experience of the two sizes (55# and 73#) on a GB 42. I have space for two anchors at the bow - I want to keep the 35-H Danforth and replace the 45# CQR (bent shank). The CQR comes up through the bow platform - thus the Vulcan style.
I, too, favor going up a size, but the Rocna site stresses their anchors are sized right & a 55# is suitable for a Grand Banks 42 Classic. If it's the appropriate size, then less weight to haul and handle. Just hoping someone w/same set-up could confirm...again, thanks for all the comments.
Thanks all!
Before you make the final decision, have you considered the Sarca Excel..?
Looks to much like a lewmar delta to me
and in my experience they are as useless as a plow, unless your intention is to scrape trenches and plant crops on the bottom, but, thats just my observation.
Perhaps the Excel has something different.