Chain gang

How do you mark your anchor cable? I like paint, but it doesn’t last for ever as it rattles in and out over the gypsy. Of course there are other methods, but whatever you choose, it’s too easy to forget it until the boat’s in the water, and then it’s too late. Here, my pal Richard and I tackle the job on my Mason 44. There’s a top tip on how to keep the paint on the chain not the boatyard floor, and I end up spinning a yarn about what happened to me when the marking failed. If you’re interested in sailing, things maritime and the salty road to freedom, you'll enjoy my channel, so pour yourself a glass of the finest and settle down to listen to my occasional chats. When I’m away cruising, I never know when I'll get the opportunity to upload. If you can't wait, why not become a member of my website club? There, you'll find lots of members-only videos and articles, not available elsewhere, and have a chance to join in a regular online forum. • Website: - https://www.tomcunliffe.com/ • Become a Member: - https://www.tomcunliffe.com/my-account/members-area/ WAYS TO MAKE CONTACT WITH ME and JOIN THE CREW • Website: - https://www.tomcunliffe.com/ • Twitter: Join the conversation - https://twitter.com/cunliffetom • Facebook: Let's meet up here - https://www.facebook.com/tomcunliffesailor OTHER PRODUCTS • Articles: - https://www.tomcunliffe.com/product-category/articles/ • Books for sale: - https://www.tomcunliffe.com/product-category/books/ • Audio Books: - https://www.tomcunliffe.com/product-category/audiobook/ FOLLOW ME ON YOUTUBE! Hit the SUBSCRIBE button. I'd appreciate it if you joined my channel 'Yachts and Yarns'. Hit the LIKE button when you enjoy an episode - it's free and that way I'll know what sort of content you like. Tap the BELL icon, to get a ringing bell. Then you'll always be notified when the next video blog appears. Welcome on board! Tom Copyright Tom Cunliffe 2025