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[quote=CatFan57][quote=MN3][quote]In fact, having an anchor zipped in a bag strapped down on top of the tramp behind the mast is presumably gonna involve some real maneuvering around to get it unstrapped, unzipped and deployed. [/quote]
that bag was very easy to use. All i did was secure 1 of the 2 straps to the beam/hiking strap (If i recall i used the shackle that the hiking strap was attached to). not zipped shut. anchor was probably just tied to the mast base back then and i had no idea originally to use it in a capsize.

all the anchor line was either in the bag, or probably in the tramp pocket (this was back in the late 90's). it was easy to get to at anytime while the mast was pointing up. easy if i capsized on the side the bag was on and a bit of a stretch (while standing on the hull) post flip if on the dry side.

If i were you .... I would just find some cheap bag with loops (handles), maybe steal one of your wifes/daughters LV or other bag and try it. as per the 4lbs anchor - the alum anchor i showed was 4lbs - it is alum and light, a cheapo walmart steel one will be double the weight but work just as well (for 1/10th the cost)

the bag i used was a cheap carry on flight bag that came with my cheap 3 piece  travel kit. the zipper rusted and was not usable after a few sails. That bag lasted about 5 years.

similar to this but smaller (and dark blue)
[img]https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/shopping?q=tbn:ANd9GcSzC4eQ9Ge4T0jdhQVRmQ3QHgNCOdhtczGfheUF3PxMr1d_4GBC2rD5qPjmmH2DkMbpq73vhh5034AqaBy0X3ebSG5d7zHYkct48j81yypYzEzYHfFXCHh8[/img]

[url]https://www.amazon.com/Travel-Duffel-Sports-Shoulder-pink8/dp/B07YS438FV?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=AZKSNKE36GZA9[/url]

this one would work very well and since it is used, it is "discounted"
[img]https://www.luxedh.com/cdn/shop/files/Louis-Vuitton-Monogram-Keepall-50_182220_front_0_parent_600x.jpg?v=1682695504[/img]

[url]https://www.luxedh.com/products/louis-vuitton-monogram-keepall-50-shg-35115?gclid=CjwKCAjwjMiiBhA4EiwAZe6jQ9MgYqXwpqtts27tt7Lv6v4bZWde_zusjRKRuj_XIOGpxysy4Y5ZNRoCEEYQAvD_BwE[/url]Edited by MN3 on May 03, 2023 - 06:52 PM. [/quote]

Okay, I was meaning to say getting access to an anchor and line strapped in a bag on top of the tramp behind the mast would seem to require some maneuvering when the boat is capsized and you're standing on a hull.  Not impossible, but some maneuvering when the boat is capsized and the top of the tramp is faced away from you while you are standing on the hull. Yes, I see it would be no problem when the mast is facing up.

Thanks for the tips on the bags.  I like the 1st one ($22) but clicked on the link for the second one and saw it's a Louis Vuitton designer bag for $1,500!!, LOL, good sense of humor.  For sure that would be my wife's choice if i could afford it. ...  Could afford a wife I mean.  :lol:<em>Edited by CatFan57 on May 04, 2023 - 10:08 AM.</em> [/quote]

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