An all chain anchor rode is without doubt the very best solution in most cases.
Chain doesn’t suffer from chafe, is much stronger than any nylon anchor rode,  and the weight of the chain works as a shock absorber if there is any surge or other shock load on the anchor system.
But an all chain rode [...]

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With a little lateral thinking, you may be able to start sailing sooner than you think
Buying a sailboatand getting on the water can look like a pretty formidable exercise,especially if you’re looking at a fairly modern 30 footer with allthe bells and whistles.
Prices start at around $50,000 for 10 year old boats. Anddon’t even think [...]

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