Anchoring & Mooring
We tested the Shockles to a maximum extension of 42 inches at a load of just over 600 pounds (274 kilograms).
Shockles Snubber Test
Can this anchor snubber handle typical shock loads?
The string of anchor tests we’ve carried out in the last year presented a good opportunity for us to also test an anchor accessory: the Shockles anchor snubber. Makers claim it helps your anchor stay set by reducing the constant shock loads during strong winds or in rough seas. We did some real-world testing aboard a 6-ton Lightwave 38 catamaran in a range of conditions and anchorages, and we also bench-tested the snubber, using a load cell and chain winch.
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