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    Nov 11, 2021 2 minutes

    ANCHOR

    Some anchors fit snugly in the stemhead, others may need a lashing to prevent any movement in rough seas. Alternatively, stow it on deck or in the chain locker. In our case, I have made a ‘wedge’ for it which seems to work well.

    Don’t rely on the windlass to hold it; check that any additional securing arrangements are present and correct.

    If the chain

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