Anchoring

[SWAMPFOX]

I realize this maybe a stupid question but since I've lost more than one anchor over the years, how do you attach your anchor line to your anchor?

I've been trying to figure out in my head a better way to attach the rope to the anchor eye other than just tying it. Over time the working of the rope in the metal anchor eye weakens the rope. Or is this just happening to me.

Thanks.

 

[kmckinnie]

I think they have a metal shield that’s U shaped so it don’t wear out so fast.

 

[SWAMPFOX]

I think it's called a thimble but I can't figure how to get the thimble into the eye of the anchor.

 

[klerchkatcher]

Is this what you mean?

 

[Cadillyak]

Depending on size of the anchor, I’d suggest using a few feet of chain. It holds the anchor on the bottom quite well.

 

[Mexican Squealer]

Depending on size of the anchor, I’d suggest using a few feet of chain. It holds the anchor on the bottom quite well.

this...you need a min of 3 feet of chain and plenty of scope.

 

[klerchkatcher]

I think it's called a thimble but I can't figure how to get the thimble into the eye of the anchor.

What you need is a anchor shackle.

 

[Rabun]

What you need is a anchor shackle.



Exactly...use a shackle to attach the chain to the anchor and then another shackle to attach the anchor rope thimble to the other end of the chain.

 

[j_seph]

http://forum.gon.com/showthread.php?t=557123&highlight=anchor

 

[kmckinnie]

I use brake disc hubs. No big deal if one gets away.

 

[1gr8bldr]

I keep an eye on it and retie as needed. The rust from the metal takes it's toil on the rope

 

[gadeerwoman]

Why not use a quick link to attach the thimble to the anchor?

 

[JackSprat]

Why not use a quick link to attach the thimble to the anchor?

You can and a lot of people do.

I think the issue may be that as you get into the heavier weights, the quick links are not as stout as the shackles.