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Old 08-28-2013, 08:41 PM
Brion Toss Brion Toss is offline
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Hi,
The best thimble for an anchor rode is ... no thimble. splice directly to the chain. This works best for single-braid and three-strand rope. Double-braid has lesser energy-absorbing ability, and doesn't stow well, particularly as it ages.
Fair leads,
Brion Toss
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