Are All Anchor Rodes Created Equal?

MOOSE

If Plastimo rodes are on the wet-noodle end of things and WM's New England braid are stiffer than a wedge, what do most of you prefer as the optimum? Despite a new windlass, I may ultimately have to forgo the hard-finished New England rode and I'd like some other recommendations. Like, how does the Simpson-Lawrence stack up?
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Al

TyBoo · Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2004 9:12 pm Post subject:

I would spend the extra hundred bucks and get the S/L brand over the Plastimo. But first I have to get tired enough the kinky Plastimo, and then come up with the $230.

I had S/L brand on the TyBoo22, and never once touched the rode or had any rope related problems. I have Plastimo on the TyBoo25, and it has it's problems every use.

If you can make the tapered back splice to the chain yourself, you might save a few bucks buying the rope and chain separate. But then you might not be sure how the rope will work.

Sneaks · Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2004 9:41 pm Post subject:

Can we plug a cheaper source for S/L rodes? I just ordered mine here for under $200. 300/15 ft combo.

TyBoo · Posted: Tue Aug 10, 2004 9:54 pm Post subject:

Molly Brown · Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2004 5:15 am Post subject:

Good morning to all Brats:
The S/L windlass is a good product and having owned one for a couple of years now our only advice if you should decide to purchase one is to get the 500 because it comes with a metal gypsy. We wore out our plastic gypsys and an upgrade to metal costs $185.(We have a 400). The other nice feature is that the motor is below deck which gives you a nice low profile on top.

MOOSE · Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2004 8:11 am Post subject:

Good points, all. Specifically, how does the S/L compare to WM's New England rode in terms of stiffness? The same, or slightly more pliable?
Al