61 knots...can our anchor handle it? Ep. 15
Hi all,
This week spend a few nights at Platypus Bay before heading to Bundaberg and then onto Pancake Creek. We are put on edge when we get unexpectedly hit by 61 knot winds at anchor, does our anchor hold?
As always thank you for watching and be sure to subscribe to follow our adventures.
Leeann, Kieran & Jack
Hi all,
This week spend a few nights at Platypus Bay before heading to Bundaberg and then onto Pancake Creek. We are put on edge when we get unexpectedly hit by 61 knot winds at anchor, does our anchor hold?
As always thank you for watching and be sure to subscribe to follow our adventures.
Leeann, Kieran & Jack
A Life Awry Sailing
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