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Old 06-29-2013, 09:51 AM   #9
Nomad Willy
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Vessel Name: Willy
Vessel Model: Willard Nomad 30'
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Indeed you speak many truths FF but I think a 55lb Kedge would do fine on my 30' Willy. A 90lb anchor is overkill even for a Kedge. Better be a 90lb for your boat though. The test shows it's comparable to a Claw (re holding power) and a 33# Claw would be adequate and a 44# Claw overkill. For my boat not yours. I don't think anyone here is about to start using a Kedge ... not even me and I'm probably the most likely.

You mention the bow cranes on older boats ... I do think the little cranes are FAR more attractive than what we have today but not as convenient and convenience is now very important. I'll bet a lot of those cranes were bent trying to pull up well set anchors by people in a hurry. But maybe they were smarter in doze days.
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