No, some of us also "get" to contend with very dark slimy mud if you don't spend the time to clean the anchor each time you raise it. The Chesapeake Bay is known for its soft bottom and often absolutely black muck. It gives good holding ground, knock on wood, I have NEVER dragged once I set the anchor, but it can be messy. It is like anchoring in heavily used motor oil. And it is hard to remove from anything it touches.
Joe McCary Aeolus II West River, MD [EMAIL PROTECTED] _____ On Behalf Of Russ Dearmore Does that mean we all have that problem with the anchor locker and a wet rode is just everyday life on the water?

