Holding Our Ground

From the April 2023 issue of AHOY Sailing News. www.issuu.com/downunderrally

I was recently introduced to Peter Smith (PeterSmith.net.nz) by Rocna Anchors Australia. Peter is the designer of the Rocna Anchor range and a true adventure sailor. Anyway, I took a look at his Facebook feed and came across a post by @Seaport Supply Cape Town from a few years back.

"Long-time customer and friend Keith Wetmore sent us these pictures. He was unable to bring his yacht Boaz safely into Gordons Bay Harbor in gale force South Easterly winds and had to anchor out in the bay for two days until the wind died down. Boaz is a 35-ton steel hull motor sailor, and Keith said that they played cards in the saloon quite comfortably during this time. He was amazed that the anchor never let go, especially with the way the boat was snubbing heavily at the end of each arc "

Facebook: @Seaport Supply Cape Town

Instagram: @seaport supply cpt

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