Anchors Away!!! (But Not Really)(Well Soon Though)

     Time certainly flies and and for this young guy spending time away from Mischief is like what i could only imagine sending your first child off to college. The days are ticking down until the law school here will give me the much needed reprieve to return home and plead forgiveness. Fortunately, and thanks to my good friend Neil who is lucky enough to be pointing his bow north, I've been made aware of some very valuable advice. I was advised that a lonely boat can become as vindictive as a scorned lover and the only way to get back into your vessel's good graces is to give her a generous gift. What better gift to give than something that also benefits you? I'm sure this is what my father thought the year he decided it would be a good idea to get my mother a washing machine for Christmas. Guys, don't do this. While we did indeed need a new washing machine, my two sisters and I thought we were going to need a new father for a few hours, but I've digressed.

     Mischief doesn't know it yet, but she's got a brand new shiny anchor windlass coming her way (my back feels better already). I've been keeping my eyes open for a good deal and stumbled upon a fisherman selling a brand new Lewmar V700, still in the box, for a good deal with 100' of anchor rode. Still quite the investment but I suspect it will be well worth the money in the long run. The nice thing about the V700 is its low profile since it is a vertical windlass. What was most surprising was its size. It's a small guy!

I've found that in law school you must read at every chance,
even when daydreaming about your new windlass!

     This now restructures my entire anchor setup. The V700 requires 1/4 inch chain which looks light, but when considering the high test stuff has the same strength as 5/16. So not too worried there (if I should be, please let me know why). The smaller chain also has the added benefit of less weight which means I can accommodate more of it. While I really would like a Rocna or Manson anchor being a student again has severely stumped my budget so I will be cruising Craigslist for a not so new and shiny anchor. From what I'm seeing It'll end up being a CQR or maybe a Bruce of which either have proven their merit over time.

     One week away from spring break and I can't wait! More pictures and updates forthcoming.