Anchoring

[vorpefactorx]

I have a question for the group. I own a 2002 carver 42' sportsman. She is the same boat as a later model 420 Mariner with the large rear arch and I had owned one of them for a few years. Both boats have a weird tendency to swing when anchored. I can't tell if it's the tide , wind or a combination. I have tried long scope , short scope , and tied off at the bow cleat , nothing seams to stop it. I have 5/8" nylon anchor line and 30' of chain and generally anchor in inshore areas along Florida's East coast so problem with holding , but the swinging is annoying at best. Help or suggestions , please.

[tomschauer]

If you don't want to swing with the wind and tide you need to use stern anchor also.

[mjk1040]

Have to agree with Tom on this one, no other choice other than beaching her!

[tomschauer]

If so equipped, setting the parking brake may help?

[hargsnz]

You can try a double snubbing 'bridle' system using 2 ropes from the 2 forward cleats. There's a system made in USA by Mantus. You can goolge & take a look. This will not solve it, swinging at anchor is normal for power boats without keels, but it will help.

[Lyndon670]

Setting a 2nd anchor off the bow in a "V" formation will stop a swing.

+1 on the stern anchor as well, but ONLY use a stern anchor in an anchorage with other boats if everyone else does.