Anchoring & Docking

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Anchors

What is the best anchor for a C34?

A discussion focusing on the Bruce type anchor

Windlass

Great step-by-step instructions for a Mk I windlass installation by Mark Elkin

Mike Smith's Mk I windlass installation. The precursor to Mark Elkin's windlass installation.

Anchor windlass and Bow Roller projects

Windlass installation in double door anchor locker

Horizontal Windlass installation in a single door Mk1/1.5.
Anchor Windlass.jpg

Docking

You'll need some dock lines and it usually helps to have a Fender or two.

One key element to most successful docking is a Spring Line.

How to install midship cleats

Installing extra Bow Cleats


Related

An article at BoatUS on anchoring (takes you to boatus.com)

An interesting discussion about various points of view on anchors (This takes you away from this area of the site to a series of posts on the Message Board.)