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My 1985 Ericson 32-3 has a 3:1 mainsheet which runs under the boom and down/back through the deck organizer to a winch on the starboard cabintop -- pretty standard I think. I'm interested in converting this into a 4:1 or 5:1. Thanks to @gfilipi, who directed me to Harken's mainsheet system...

18# anchor with 14ft 1/4in chain (2 pieces) and 100ft 1/2in dia 3 strand. $15. stvsem@gmail.com 317-445-2556

I am trying to figure out how to secure my anchor rode to the boat when anchoring. I have only been day-sailing but want to start practicing the anchoring procedure. I have a bow roller, but it is offset to starboard and there is no cleat directly behind it to give a fair lead over the...