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Danger! Our Chain GOT CAUGHT In Their Anchor [Ep. 168]
13. oktober 2024 · 17 min · 11K visninger
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A 40-foot sailboat anchored within the swing circle of Sweet Ruca in Pago Pago, American Samoa, resulting in the neighbor's anchor snagging the Sweet Ruca anchor chain.1:18 The crew of Sweet Ruca, Curtis and Kate, managed the situation by monitoring the proximity with radar, preparing fenders, and readying an emergency release system for their own ground tackle.12:55 To prepare for a potential emergency, they untied the bowline at the end of their anchor rode and attached a fender to the line, allowing them to ditch their entire anchor system and motor to safety if the boats collided.13:54 Curtis used the dinghy to assist the neighbor in manually clearing the chain from their Bruce anchor.15:04 The neighbors subsequently moved to a dock to avoid further anchoring difficulties in the gusty conditions.15:19 Maintaining a calm, cooperative approach with neighboring vessels prevents conflict and facilitates safer outcomes when anchoring in crowded or tricky harbors.
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