[Rhodes22-list] Deploying And Retrieving Anchor from Cockpit

[Peter Nyberg]

Cory,

George was not suggesting anchoring from the stern in the sense you mean.  In his scenario, the rode is secured at the bow.

—Peter


> On Oct 19, 2019, at 5:42 PM, Cary Tolbert <retiredtoby at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> George, in my copy of " A Boater's Guide to the Federal Requirements for
> Recreational Boats" Printed in RED INK it says DO NOT
> Anchor from the stern. Then explains why this is a bad idea.
> 
> On Sat, Oct 19, 2019 at 4:44 PM Gmorganflier <gmorgan.flier at gmail.com>
> wrote:
> 
>> Hi Rick,
>> 
>> I’m totally new to boating and have been out on my R22 only four times. Can
>> you tell me why the Coast Guard would object to this method of anchor
>> deployment? Is there a recommended study guide I could access to learn
>> about
>> their rules. I’ve found info on the required safety equipment, but don’t
>> recall seeing any regulations on anchors.
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> George
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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