Y88 5241 25 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 What is recommended for a anchor warp on a Young88? 12mm 3 strand or 12mm 8 strand Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,211 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 Either is fine. What its made of is more important - it should have some stretch. Old school is nylon. The issue with nylon 3 strand is that in extreme cyclic loading, it can melt from the inside out and fail. Braid is less susceptible for this, however, unless you intend cyclone anchoring, its not likely to be an issue. Some more modern fibres are also good - ask Knot Me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Island Time 1,211 Posted July 31, 2019 Share Posted July 31, 2019 Stretchy lines dont shock load, and are way easier on the deck gear, plus less likely to pull the anchor in heavy conditions. Chafe is an issue for any anchor system. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wheels 543 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 An important question not asked yet, what is the anchor winch?Capstan only, then either type is OK. But if you have a chain/rope combination gypsy, the make is important to know.If you use the simple Armstrong unit, then while either is OK, as Mate says, the 8 is better on the hands. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
waikiore 397 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 If its a normal 88 the anchor winch is Manual, so i would always go for 14mm 3 strand laid polyester strong and it lasts . To keep you there you will require a proper anchor and a good length of short link 8mm chain first (Australian or Italian only) . Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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