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Anchor buried in sandy seabed

Anchoring is not a matter of chance, but rather a combination of good preparation, technical understanding, and common sense. Those who can anchor a 50-foot yacht safely and confidently will not only enjoy relaxing hours in beautiful bays, but also gain the trust of their crew—and the feeling of having truly arrived. Anchoring is not rocket science, but good preparation...

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Which is the right anchor for your boat - which anchor types are there?

What different types of anchors are there? Which anchor is best suited for which ground? Is there such a thing as the "perfect" anchor? And which anchor(s) should you carry, for example, on a ten-meter yacht in Croatia? Should you have several anchors on board, or is one enough? Anchoring is still underestimated by many skippers. Yet the anchor is...

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Anchoring correctly: Substrate

Anchoring often looks simple, but requires time and adherence to a few simple routines if it is to be safe. To kick off the season, a brief overview of the biggest misconceptions about anchoring - and the most important rules. "Anchor maneuver? Must go briskly. And look cool!" No question - nothing draws the eye more like a yacht that...

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Position lights: Lights guidance on yachts - Which visual signals must be guided?

The correct light guidance (setting of navigation lights, carrying of lights) is defined - for Germany - in the Collision Prevention Regulations (KVR), the Seeschifffahrtsstraßen-Ordnung (SeeSchStrO) or the Binnenschifffahrtsstraßen-Ordnung (BinnenSchStrO) are regulated to prevent collisions and accidents. Which lights are mandatory on recreational boats? When do they have to be carried? - Skipper tips from the SeaHelp editorial team for...

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Anchoring: 10 tips for the perfect anchor maneuver | anchor chain on the bow of the yacht

The goal of the trip is clear: an anchorage in a sheltered bay, in the first row, directly in front of the beach. Turquoise water and only a gentle swell that makes the yacht rock gently. SeaHelp has compiled ten tips for safe, successful anchoring. 1. Select anchorage Sea charts and area guides reveal pretty much exactly where the most...

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