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AND ANCHORING
The diameter of the warp and the material it is made from make a lot of difference to how easy it is to pull. Skinny ropes have less surface-area and that means you have to clench your hand really tightly to get a decent grip, which is hard work.
Twelve-millimeter rope allows a good grip and provides a balance between comfort, capacity, and cost. Of course, bigger boats require heavier anchors and chains, and in turn, heavier warp.
Ropes (or ‘lines’ in boat speak) are made of many materials, but two types are most commonly used for anchor warps these days. Polypropylene is cheap and it floats, but it is harsher to handle and susceptible to damage from the sun’s UV rays, becoming weaker in the medium term. Nylon sinks, is abrasion and UV resistant, stretches a bit, is easier on the hands and, although more expensive than polypropylene, is probably the better option for an anchor line in the medium to long term.
A section of chain is used between the warp and the anchor (the combination of warp and chain is called the ‘rode’). This is partly to resist wear, but mostly to hold the shaft of the anchor down so that the head can dig in to get a good hold on the seafloor. Skimping on the chain length and weight is counter-productive, so again, don’t be shy.
ANCHORING REQUIREMENTS
TAMING THE TIGER TROUT
Josiah Atkinson has spent considerable time searching for the rare tiger trout, and not without success. He shares some of his hard-earned lessons on how to tame the tiger…
HAMISH WARD
Brewing beer is one of the oldest and most noble of trades. From the deeply spiritual processes mastered in European monasteries, through to the bloke in his garage just desperate to make something drinkable, the desire to create beer is a not so secret passion of most males on this planet. Hamish Ward is another on the list of legends who take brewing seriously, and it didn’t take long for him to become one of NZ’s best.
Kiwi
Teams from Kiwis for kiwi and Rheem have been “on the tools” recently, partnering with Kaipara Kiwi to plant 1900 trees. Their efforts were part of the Mataia Restoration project, which is seeking to create a 1300-hectare kiwi safe-haven in the Kaipara region.
Steady Hot Strong
When Rheem heard families were going without hot water this winter as a result of COVID-19’s economic impact, they acted quickly. Their idea was to donate water heaters to Kiwis in need, but the first hurdle they faced was installation – something which can only be done by registered plumbers and gasfitters.
Gemma O'Brien
Architect, freediver and tiny house builder, Gemma O’Brien is what you might call a super-achiever, writes Helen Horrocks. In between her architectural work, various home projects and daily breath-hold exercises, Gemma took the time to chat to Helen over the phone during lockdown.
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