[Rhodes22-list] anchoring

[Joe Babb]

Hi Elle,
I guess there are differences in the way some Rhodes' bow cleat is 
positioned.  We have two cleats, one port, one starboard, mounted at the 
gunwale.  For serious anchoring, I've been wondering about taking a line 
from the bow eye to the anchor line with a rolling hitch to avoid chafe 
at the gunwale.
As for anchors, I've been mulling over an old fashioned (fisherman) 
style by Paul Luke.  It ain't cheap, but it breaks down for easy storage 
and would get through the leaves (25lbs).  Earl Hinz's book says it 
doesn't hold well in sand or mud though.  It's best for rock or shingle 
bottoms.
I'd like to know your thoughts about the delta if you get one.
Joe