Forgotten seamanship: How to use anchors to manoeuvre without an engine

Boat maintenance advice, sailing and motor boats, practical adv… April 22, 2026

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A stern kedge anchor is an obvious choice if anchoring or coming alongside under sail, downwind or downtide

Dick Everitt passes on a few tips about alternative ways of using your anchor

Dick Everitt passes on a few tips about alternative ways of using your anchor