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Boat Anchoring 101: How to use snubbers and anchor buoys | Ep. 155
February 23, 2024 · 17 min · 86K views
What this video covers
Tom from LifeFourPointZero demonstrates three snubber configurations and a self-adjusting anchor buoy system to improve anchoring security and protect the windlass.0:02 For everyday conditions, he uses a 3-meter snubber attached to the chain with a Dyneema soft shackle, which replaces a rolling hitch to prevent slippage.0:50 In storm conditions, he deploys a 10-meter bridle made of Dyneema that connects to both bow cleats, ensuring the load remains centered in the anchor chain channel.5:03 For Mediterranean mooring, he uses a short, dual-cleat bridle with a hook that minimizes chain movement while keeping the load off the windlass.8:15 To mark the anchor or provide a trip line in rocky or fouled bottoms, he uses a 15-meter line rigged with a pulley and a dive belt weight, which keeps the buoy positioned directly above the anchor regardless of water depth or tidal changes.11:34 Proper snubber use prevents windlass damage and absorbs surge, while a weighted trip line reduces the risk of entanglement in crowded anchorages.3:23
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