S1, Ep10 Why You Should Inspect Your Chain
25 de enero de 2025 · 17 min · 1K vistas · San Diego
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Tim and Jess inspect the anchor chain on their boat, Into the Mystic, after discovering it is disconnected from the hull and heavily rusted.7:26 They lay out the 180-foot chain on a dock to mark 10-foot intervals with paint for depth reference.4:10 Inspection reveals multiple rust spots and a compromised link, prompting the crew to cut off the damaged end and reattach the chain to the hull using a temporary link and a new swivel.7:36 They decide to postpone purchasing a new chain until they begin long-term cruising, opting to limit their current anchoring depth to 50 feet in soft sand.9:47 Separately, the crew assists a friend, Rob, with the mast installation and engine valve maintenance on his boat, the Reposado, which they previously owned.12:56 The crew concludes the project by marking the names of channel supporters on their port side jib sheet.16:34 Regular inspection of anchor chain integrity and proper attachment to the hull are essential for safe anchoring.
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