Danny, I think the CQR will suffice nicely. Get another anchor when you think you'll need it. Andy C&C 40 Peregrine
On Mon, Mar 28, 2016 at 4:31 PM, Danny Haughey via CnC-List < cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > Hello all, > > Speaking of anchors, I bought a 33lb Rocna for my Viking 33 and never > even deployed it. I kept the anchor and it is sitting in my shed. Rocna > recommends a 44lb anchor for the new boat. The new boat came with a > Genuine, Made in Scotland CQR. > > I really can't see any use for the Rocna on the new boat as it is not > rated for it. I thought about using for a lunch hook but, that doesn't > make any sense either as it is pretty heavy, taking the convenience factor > out of a lunch hook. > > I'm not sure what to do with the Rocna... Sell it and use the proceeds > for the larger Rocna? Is that silly given the boat already has an > appropriately sized CQR? We hardly ever anchor and usually get moorings > wherever we go. I'm thinking that will change over time but, we do like > the convenience of just grabbing a mooring ball and I think the CQR should > suffice for the next season at least. > > Anyway, just looking for some insights. > > Thanks, > Danny > Rum Runner IV > Tartan 40 > Mattapoisett, MA > > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you > like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All > Contributions are greatly appreciated! > > -- Andrew Burton 61 W Narragansett Ave Newport, RI USA 02840 http://sites.google.com/site/andrewburtonyachtservices/ phone +401 965 5260
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