Those who break away from the fleet of harbour commuters can discover many new things. It is not uncommon for the herd instinct to lead the way: a yacht anchored off the coast seems to attract other sailors. The decision is often made spontaneously: "Look, that's a nice anchorage. We could do that too."
Anchoring is more than just a free overnight stay outside of crowded marinas. The manoeuvre also provides alternatives when planning a trip, as there is not always a port nearby when the crew or yacht need a breather. As with most nautical skills, practice is necessary to ensure that spending the night on your own iron remains a positive experience.
The film from our last test shows which anchor works well and which is rather unsuitable
In the current issue of YACHT 11/2022, we explain what you should bear in mind when choosing an anchorage, preparing for the manoeuvre and during the manoeuvre itself, and what is important when it comes to anchoring gear
