Anchor Retriever "Split Ring Type" Question

[Chimo]

Following an earlier thread about the subject of anchors a few Ausfishers have been trying to find where to obtain the "Split Ring" anchor retriever ring that can be added to or taken off the warp anywhere along its length. See picture below.

After a lot of hunting and not finding a source that sells these a search was made for a manufacturer who would build these rings out of suitable stainless steel.

The search has been succcessful and there now is a need to find out what level of interest there may be in purchasing these so an order can be given to the manufacturer

It is anticpated that they would cost approx $20 to $25 ea depending on the number to be made.

These rings will lift and float an anchor and chain so that the warp, chain and anchor can then be pulled aboard the boat either at the bow or over the side. The system is especially usefull for solo boating or to save the deckie from having to lift and haul the warp, chain and anchor off the bottom and then pull it into the boat.

The "split ring" type allows the retriever to be installed anywhere along the warp rather than having to put it on before using the anchor and then having to feed all the chain and warp through the ring. Abnother type, a spring loaded clip based retriever can also be added to the warp any where but they do not allow chain to pass the clip and they also have a habit of unwinding warp. Plus if they are fitted wrongly they lock rather than slide along warp.

If you already have a retriever float and ring the "split ring" would just clip on to that. If you are starting from scratch you can use a 20 lt acid bottle or a bouy float and make up your own. The split ring is what really makes it work.

So given all the above,
How many of you would purchase one or more of these "spring clip" retriever rings if they were available?

If yes, please indicate the number that you want.

Depending on the response, manufacture of an appropriate number can then happen.

If you have questions please ask, on the thread or PM

Thanks for your interest.

Cheers

Chimo

[Volcano]

I'd definitely be interested.

[davez104]

What are the real advantages to this type of ring? I use a solid ring and find it no hassle at all, as soon as the chain is through, the buoy is thrown over and the rope just slides through on its own. Are there advantages that I don't know about?

Thanks.
Dave.

[Chimo]

Hi Dave

There are a number of things (advantages) that I have found for split ring in the years that I have used it.

1 If I anchor in close I don't have to take the anchor off to get the ring off if I'm not going to use the retriever
2 When I use the float (and ring) on the sea anchor its there ready to go and I don't have to take the anchor off to get the float free to use it
3 Rings don't affect the wrap of the warp (fixed or split) like the spring clip type
4 They are cheap, particularly if you splice a loop onto your own float rather than spend $60 or so on the off the shelf closed ring set up or $27 on the spring clip type. I have one of those if your interested?

There are probably others but thats all that spring to mind just now.

Chimo

[trout3030]

Chimo,
Does that type of ring come open under extreme load such as when the anchor is stuck good? I have been trying to find the old Anka Yanka ring which could also be taken off without removing the anchor. Looks like they have gone broke and not made anymore. Would be interested if they don't come open under load.

Stuart.

[davez104]

Thanks Chimo,
Don't think I have any need for one as I don't think I'll ever have to actually take my float off. I made mine up myself, bought the 4" stainless ring, 300mm foam float and D shackles and spliced it all together at home, wouldn't have cost me $30. BUT, I can see that this split ring would have huge advantages for anyone wanting to use thier float for different purposes.

Thanks anyway.
Dave.

[Chimo]

Hi Stuart

I've had my original one that I bought probably 15 yrs ago and it has never come open even with jammed anchors that I've had to have a couple of goes at from different angles to get free.

Mine is still fine but now that others are interested I'm going to get a spare one for myself too.


Dave

No worries, as long as it does what you want it too.

Chimo

[seatime]

Yes please Chimo, add me to the list. I think it's a great idea, you could have the split ring and another type of ring on seperate lanyards, and use whichever takes your fancy depending on conditions.

regards
Steve

[Heath]

I'd be worrying about it opening up. My ring on my anchor buoy is out of shape as it is.

The ring just stays on my anchor. I just use a stainless spring clip to put the buoy on or off.

[s-pac]

Chimo,

I'd be interested in a couple

Regards Andrew

[Pedro]

Why not use a solid ring and splice a suitable snap clip onto the rope connected to the float. No chance of it letting go under strain.
Regards
Pedro

[capt]

Hi Chimo , Yeah I think it's a great idea. I will definitley grab a few for me and my mates . This will be the answer as the spring clip I'm using won't go right to the anchor on retrieval . REG...........JIMMY

[Chimo]

Ring Follow up

Any more people interested in the rings. Trying to get a clear indication of interest and specific numbers before looking at trying to get them made.

If you said your interested one assumes thats

Volcano 1, Stuie 1, Gelsec 1, S-pac 2, Capt 2, me 1
total at this stage 8 any more takers?

As previously mentioned they are 6mm ss and they don't come open under load.

Cheers

Chimo

[schrammy79]

Im interested in 2

[trout3030]

Chimo,
What diameter is the ring? Make sure they are big enough to allow the chain and shackle to come through easily.