Anchoring & Docking

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.

Anchoring & Docking

Maxwell RC Series RC8-8 Vertical Windlass - RC8812V

Maxwell RC Series RC10-10 Vertical Windlass - RC101012V

Maxwell RC Series RC10-8 Vertical Windlass - RC10812V

Maxwell Horizontal Windlass - HRCFF812V

Maxwell VW10 Vertical Windlass with Capstan

Maxwell HRC Series Horizontal Windlass with Capstan - HRC101012V

Maxwell RC Series RC10-10 Vertical Windlass - RC1010CAP12V

Maxwell Series Vertical Windlass Kit - RC8612V

Maxwell Reversing Solenoid

Maxwell RC Series RC8-8 Vertical Windlass - RC88CAP12V

Maxwell Series Wound Replacement Windlass Motor

Maxwell AA560 Windlass Controller and Rode Counter

Maxwell Wireless Handheld Remote Windlass Controller & Rode Counter - P102981

Maxwell VW/VWC Windlass Chainwheel

Maxwell Anchor Rode

Maxwell MAXSET Bow Roller

Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch - P100735

Maxwell Stainless Steel Chain Stopper

C.S. Johnson Captain Hook Chain Snubber with Nylon Rope - 46-465

Maxwell Windlass Chainwheel - P100033

Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch

Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch Replacement Cover

Maxwell Windlass Chainwheel Assembly

Maxwell Wave Design Windlass Chainwheel

Maxwell Anchor Tensioner - P105072

Maxwell Stainless Steel Anchor Swivel

C.S. Johnson Captain Hook Chain Snubber with Nylon Rope - 46-475

Maxwell AA150 Rode/Chain Counter - P102939

Maxwell Permanent Magnet Replacement Windlass Motor

Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch - P19001

Maxwell Gear Box - P12427

Maxwell Windlass Pressure Arm Upgrade Kit - P100019

Maxwell AA320 Handheld Roving Windlass Control - P102992

Maxwell Replacement Emergency Windlass Crank Handle/Crank Lever - P20040

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Gearbox Assembly - P100900

Maxwell Height Matched Chain Stopper

Maxwell Up/Down Windlass Control Panel - P102938

Maxwell Series Wound Replacement Windlass Motor - P12072

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Motor - SP4189

Windline Stainless Steel Anchor Bow Roller - URM-2

Maxwell Freedom Windlass Shaft Service Kit - P100087

Maxwell Replacement Brush Kit - P100807

Maxwell Windlass Stripper Arm Assembly Kit - P100085

Maxwell Replacement Freedom Windlass Clutch Nut - 4376

Maxwell Up/Down Windlass Control Panel - P102983

Maxwell HRC Series Horizontal Windlass with Capstan - HRC10812V

Maxwell Replacement Windlass Seal Kit - P90003

Maxwell Bi-Square Handle

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