How to choose the right boat anchor?

Weight

When it comes to anchors, weight is naturally the biggest consideration, and in general, the heavier the anchor, the larger the ship. There are available size guidelines that will show you the size of the anchor you need. The larger the anchor, the greater its carrying capacity, but you also need to consider whether your ship can carry higher weight and where it will go.

Reactivity

Your anchor will remain in the water for a period of time, so you must ensure that it can resist any erosion that may occur. If you are in the sea, this is particularly important because salt can corrode any unprotected metal. So we use high-quality 316 stainless steel.

Size

The size of the anchor is crucial for providing the support you need. Ideally, the larger your ship, the longer the anchor you need. Fortunately, as the weight of the anchors increases, their size also increases, and there are many guidelines to show you the size you need. However, weight is a more important issue as it is more important for the load-bearing capacity of the anchor.

Grip strength

Grip strength depends on how much your anchor can hold at the bottom of the lake or seabed where you are located. This depends on many factors, such as the weight and size of the anchor, as well as the type and length of the rope used. Other factors are also important, such as whether it can be maintained in sand or stone, and weather conditions.

Types of anchor

Claw anchor - so called because it looks like a claw and can be fixed to all types of seabed. They can be easily set and have higher stability, but for their weight, the retention force is very low.

Plow Anchor - This anchor looks like the kind of plow you found in the field. It performs well in most cases, but it is difficult to retract in rocks.

Fluke anchor - This is one of the most popular anchor types and works very well in mud or sand, but performs poorly in other situations.

Grab anchors - also known as umbrella anchors or folding anchors, many of the products introduced here are grab anchors because they are effective and easy to carry. They hook onto other objects, making them very suitable for temporary fixation.

Please review the introduction of anchor types.

Bottom type

The type of bottom is important for how well your anchor can maintain. Things like grapple anchors are well fixed on rocks, while other things like claw anchors also work well in mud and sand. If your ship spends most of its time in one type of location, it is important to understand its bottom type so that you can choose the appropriate anchor. Anchors like claw anchors are suitable for all types of conditions.

Type of ship

Generally speaking, the longer your boat, the heavier the anchor you need. However, other factors also come into play, such as the space you want to store it comfortably. You can check the size of your ship against the size chart to ensure that it is the appropriate size. Regardless of size, make sure there is an anchor on the ship, and even add a spare anchor!

Where do you need to anchor?

Most ships have anchor points at the front, rear, or both. Some will have a larger anchor at one point and a smaller anchor at the back. The biggest taboo when anchoring your ship is to anchor it to the side now, as it will drag your side and make it easy for you to capsize. Another option is to have a buoy anchor system where you can use ropes to secure the anchor on the boat, so you can move around the anchor and find the best fishing spot.

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