Yacht moorings - a rough guide

We are often asked how sailors can choose the best system of moorings for their boats. Questions include:

• Anchors - Which is the most appropriate for my yacht - clump? Self righting? Non self-righting?
• Chain - Can I use second hand? What about ex-mining chain?
• Shackles - What should I use with the chain I've selected? What about commercial galvanised shackles?

• Swivels - Do I really need these?
• Rope - Do I have to use multiplait? What about polysteel?
• Buoys - How do foam filled compare with inflatable?
• Tackle - How can I work out the size of anchor and chain to use on my boat?

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