Running Moor & Standing Moor.
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Running Moor
A running moor uses two anchors to reduce the scope of the anchor when tides change
from ebb to flood. In this case vessel is approaching on the ebb. A final anchor position must
be selected and number of cables determined. This must not be more than half your
available anchor chain. Both anchors must be laid in line with the ebb/flood tide direction. A
helpful transit bearing should be identified.
1. Drop anchor. Run double the intended length of anchor chain out as vessel runs
forward. Proceed into tidal flow at slow speed.
2. As weight comes onto the chain drop the port anchor.
3. Take up weight on starboard anchor and pay off the port anchor. Adjust length of
anchor chain to suit desired transit position.
4. Ship should only be allowed to swing at tide changes between position 3 & 4.
If the ship swings inshore of the anchor position the hawse will foul. This can be controlled
by use of helm or helm and engine at tidal changes.
Standing Moor
Standing Moor is used when the vessel is required to anchor in a
tidal river or in emergency when the use of engine is limited.
In this case vessel is approaching on the ebb.
A final anchor position must be selected and number of cables
determined. This must be not more than half your available anchor
chain.
Both anchors must be laid in line with the ebb/flood tide direction. A
helpful transit bearing should be identified.
1. Pass the transit position, head to tide. Drop anchor then drift
astern. Run double the intended length of anchor chain out as
vessel drops astern.
2. Hold onto the port anchor when astern of the transit and on
the second anchor position. Let go the starboard anchor.
3. Take up weight on port anchor and pay off the starboard
anchor as you run ahead. Adjust length of anchor chain to suit
desired transit position.
4. Ship should only be allowed to swing at tide changes between
position 3 & 4.
If the ship swings inshore of the anchor position the hawse will foul.
This can be controlled by use of helm or helm and engine at tidal
changes.