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Title: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: Hunter 2 on January 16, 2015, 06:08:19 AM

If you do not have a windlass on a vessel an anchorball can be a back saver.  It will also help pull out an anchor that is stuck.
Check out these helpful links:


http://southchathamtackle.com/How_To_Use_An_Anchor_Ball.htm


YouTube:

 t^

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: Still Running on January 16, 2015, 08:27:21 AM

 t^

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: Hotrod on January 16, 2015, 09:07:11 AM

 t^

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: Luna Sea 5 on January 16, 2015, 10:56:58 AM

it works, but don't run over the rode.. once that ball goes under, you can't see anything and once the rope tightens, they boat will turn directions..

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: PeggyLee on January 16, 2015, 04:24:51 PM

We have one on "Peggy Lee" and use the ball when we can. Keep in mind tight anchor spots with other vessels anchored will certainly  LIMIT your use of the ball system. In those conditions we use the muscle of the mate.  t^

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: Hunter 2 on January 16, 2015, 05:11:43 PM

 whs.  your gonna need plenty of Unobstructed space while using this method.  Also look out for lobster pots if your out deep. t^

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: Reel McCoy on January 17, 2015, 11:54:33 AM

Thanks, Eddie.   I have one but hardly use it as I usually end up anchored in a fleet.  It worked well when I tried it in the bay.  t^

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: Bucktail on January 17, 2015, 04:31:51 PM

Here you go. 

Oh, you said How to use an anchor ball! Oops! fcp  Nevermind.  ;D

Title: Re: How to use an anchor ball
Post by: SouthPaw on January 20, 2015, 09:01:16 PM

Should get one as a backup.