easy way to pull up well set anchor

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Originally Posted by Dieseldude

Nothing wrong with sailing totally by sail power. Fine sailing skills are fantastic. But if one must appear in court over an incident, and the skipper is questioned, "Why was the engine not made ready?" It is not a good position to be in. Unfortunately, potential liability issues can interfere with use of traditional skills.

Agreed. The Colregs require use of all available means to avoid a collision, etc., so having a working engine (if available) made ready would be prudent seamanship (and common sense).