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Dulcinea:
After manually retrieving my 35 pound cqr with 100 ft of chain several times this season I have decided if I want to keep anchoring my boat I need some assistance in the form of a windlass. Would be VERY interested in hearing the selection and experiences of other 323 captains on this subject. As always pics very instructive as well as informed discussion. 

rbrtfeld:
I am with you. I have a project in process right now. I went with a quick windlass from QuickUSA.com. I will send pictures later this month. Having deck built up with fiberglass right over the current anchor well to get the right angle to the gypsy. I think this is going to be the ticket as there is not a lot of room to work with.

Rusty Pelican:
The shank on the CQR 35 is long though it is possible to install a windlass with the standard anchor roller setup.  The optional anchor pulpit makes it easier and cleaner install.  I carry a CQR 35 w 60ft 5/16 chain and a Claw 22 with the same setup.  I use the Claw 22 most of the time

Dulcinea:
Thanks Rusty.  that is my challenge.  I don't have the optional bow pulpit/anchor platform.  I'll have to relook this after having one of those fabricated and installed.  If you have a windlass, which model did you decide to go with?

Rusty Pelican:
I do not have a windlass, after much research decided I did not like my options.  I have looked around for a bow roller. In Provincetown harbor by Wood End,  the best holding ground is in 60' of water. When push comes to shove I have cranked up the anchor using the jib halyard winch.

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