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Catamaran Crabbing & Repositioning | Getting Into an Impossible Berth

8. september 2026 · 13 min · 5K visninger · Poros

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Anchoring a catamaran in a crowded anchorage like Poros requires precise management of chain scope to avoid fouling other vessels' ground tackle. When space is limited, excessive chain length increases the boat's swing radius, creating a high risk of entanglement with neighboring yachts. Alexandros Retsinas demonstrates a technique for maneuvering a catamaran in tight quarters by using the anchor as a pivot point.10:17 Instead of deploying excessive chain, he recommends using shorter, calculated lengths to maintain control and minimize the vessel's footprint.5:25 He emphasizes that catamarans, due to their design, do not require the same scope as monohulls in many Mediterranean conditions.11:55 By carefully monitoring the chain and using the windlass to adjust position, a skipper can pivot the boat within a confined space.11:48 The process requires constant vigilance of the anchor's position relative to other boats to ensure the vessel remains secure without encroaching on nearby moorings.

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