Anchoring & Docking

  1. Maxwell RC Series RC8-8 Vertical Windlass - RC8812V

    $2,723.50
    1
  2. Maxwell RC Series RC10-10 Vertical Windlass - RC101012V

    $3,771.88
    0
  3. Maxwell Reversing Solenoid

    $240.00 - $269.40
    2
  4. Maxwell HRC Series Horizontal Windlass with Capstan - HRC101012V

    $4,434.93
    0
  5. Maxwell VW/VWC Windlass Chainwheel

    $711.82 - $1,276.02
    1
  6. Maxwell RC Series RC8-8 Vertical Windlass - RC88CAP12V

    $3,000.15
    0
  7. Maxwell VW10 Vertical Windlass with Capstan

    $3,069.58 - $3,352.38
    0
  8. AutoAnchor 560 Rode Counter and Windlass Control Kit

    $942.78
    0
  9. Wichard Anchor/Bow Shackle - Self-Locking Pin

    $21.40 - $516.24
    2
  10. Maxwell Series Wound Replacement Windlass Motor

    $843.46 - $864.46
    0
  11. Maxwell RC Series RC10-10 Vertical Windlass - RC1010CAP12V

    $4,004.85
    0
  12. Maxwell Horizontal Windlass - HRCFF812V

    $1,830.81
    0
  13. Maxwell Series Vertical Windlass Kit - RC8612V

    $2,111.96
    1
  14. Maxwell Anchor Rode

    $242.84 - $1,109.67
    1
  15. Maxwell Stainless Steel Chain Stopper

    $334.30 - $666.55
    0
  16. Maxwell Gear Box - P12427

    $1,057.62
    0
  17. Maxwell Wave Design Windlass Chainwheel

    $338.02 - $814.07
    0
  18. Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch

    $64.98 - $76.18
    4
  19. Maxwell Permanent Magnet Replacement Windlass Motor

    $381.43 - $385.63
    0
  20. AutoAnchor AA320 2-Function Handheld Remote Control - SPA-AA9207

    $283.40
    1
  21. Maxwell AA560 Windlass Controller and Rode Counter

    $918.98
    0
  22. Maxwell Windlass Chainwheel - P100033

    $473.82
    0
  23. Maxwell RC Series RC10-8 Vertical Windlass - RC10812V

    $3,771.88
    0
  24. Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch - P100735

    $157.38
    0
  25. Maxwell Horizontal Windlass - HRCFF612V

    $1,830.81
    0
  26. Maxwell Windlass Replacement Motor - SP4189

    $420.63
    0
  27. Maxwell Series Wound Replacement Windlass Motor - P12072

    $795.86
    0
  28. Maxwell AA150 Rode/Chain Counter - P102939

    $540.98
    0
  29. Maxwell Windlass Replacement Pressure Arm - P104711

    $147.58
    2
  30. Maxwell Wireless Handheld Remote Windlass Controller & Rode Counter - P102981

    $1,705.80
    0
  31. Maxwell Anchor Tensioner - P105072

    $194.63
    0
  32. Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch Replacement Cover

    $49.58 - $57.98
    7
  33. Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch - P19001

    $76.18
    1
  34. Maxwell AA320 Handheld Roving Windlass Control - P102992

    $277.80
    1
  35. Maxwell Replacement Emergency Windlass Crank Handle/Crank Lever - P20040

    $122.38
    0
  36. Maxwell Replacement Emergency Windlass Crank Handle/Crank Lever - P20044

    $147.58
    2
  37. Maxwell Replacement Windlass Seal Kit - P90003

    $53.78
    0
  38. Maxwell Windlass Pressure Arm Upgrade Kit - P100019

    $31.38
    0
  39. Wichard Stainless Steel Chain Grip Hook

    $59.38 - $161.78
    0
  40. Maxwell HRC-FF Series Windlass Chainwheel Assembly

    $291.82 - $398.22
    0
  41. Maxwell Windlass Replacement Gearbox Assembly - P100900

    $983.42
    0
  42. Maxwell Up/Down Windlass Control Panel - P102938

    $65.00
    0
  43. Maxwell Height Matched Chain Stopper

    $532.76 - $781.19
    0
  44. AutoAnchor Sensor Cable

    $59.38 - $111.18
    0
  45. Maxwell Stainless Steel Anchor Swivel

    $69.67 - $93.19
    2
  46. Maxwell HRC10-10 Horizontal Windlass - HRC101012VLP

    $4,434.88
    0
  47. Maxwell Windlass Gearbox Seal Kit - P90005

    $55.18
    0
  48. Maxwell Freedom Windlass Shaft Service Kit - P100087

    $43.98
    1
 
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About Anchoring & Docking

A good boat anchor and the proper anchoring accessories to set and retrieve it can make the difference between a great time on the water and a very frustrating exercise in futility. Nothing is more irritating than having to cut the line on a perfectly good anchor rode because you are unable to hoist it aweigh and haul it on board your boat.

First, you need to know what type of sea bottom that you will normally be dropping your anchor into so you can decide which anchor will work best for your needs. Then, you need to decide upon the length of anchor rode that you will need to buy, again, based upon the majority of places that you plan to drop anchor. If you are planning on spending a lot of time deep sea fishing, you will need to buy a longer anchor rode than if you just plan to anchor near shore all the time. The choice is entirely up to you, which is the reason why we are generally reluctant to advise you and never pressure you into making a purchase decision.

However, you should always buy the best anchoring gear that you can afford because you can never predict when you will need to rely on it in an emergency, so make sure that your cleats, chocks, bow roller, and windlass are strong enough to carry the load of your boat in any sea conditions. Also, having the proper chafing gear and shock absorbers will protect the investment in your favorite boat, so you can enjoy being out on the water.