[Public-list] Anchoring advice

[JBrouss667 at aol.com]

Hi A30 members-

We're writing in hopes others have had similar issues anchoring their Albergs 
and have solutions, as we're at somewhat of a loss. Basically, our boat 
performs famously at anchor if there is either wind and no current, or current and 
no wind, or if conditions are completely calm. Since we've owned her, we've 
been aware of her tendency to sail at anchor, and thought we had corrected that 
with a riding sail hung from the backstay. This works well with no current, 
keeping her straight into the breeze. On a few occasions recently, however, 
we've found her beam to the wind, if not stern-to, for long periods of time. In 
the worst cases, she will literally sail to the anchor so forcefully, the rode 
will come tight under the keel, grinding on her bottom. It's not pleasant, and 
not safe! 

Any similar experiences out there? Any solutions? We've been considering a 
larger riding sail, basically something to keep her stern out of the wind. 
Please help us before we tear our hair out and completely stop anchoring, which we 
can't afford to do!

Be well and thanks in advance-
John Broussard and Ellen Landrum
Hull #72 "Rubicon"
http://www.ellenjohnandrubicon.blogspot.com

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