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 Series Wound Replacement Windlass Motor

Maxwell RC Series RC10-10 Vertical Windlass - RC101012V

Maxwell VW/VWC Windlass Chainwheel

Maxwell VW10 Vertical Windlass with Capstan

Maxwell Reversing Solenoid

Imtra Watertight Windlass Dual Solenoid Control Box - 12V - SPA-20700

Imtra Chain Markers

Imtra 2-Function Quick Handheld Remote Control

Maxwell RC Series RC8-8 Vertical Windlass - RC88CAP12V

Maxwell Series Vertical Windlass Kit - RC8612V

Maxwell RC Series RC10-10 Vertical Windlass - RC1010CAP12V

Polyform HTM-3 Line-Through Fender

Maxwell Wireless Handheld Remote Windlass Controller & Rode Counter - P102981

Imtra Windlass Foot Switch

Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch

Maxwell Anchor Rode

Polyform A-3 Commercial Grade Buoy/Fender

Maxwell Horizontal Windlass - HRCFF812V

Polyform G-4 Ribbed Twin-Eye Fender

Maxwell Permanent Magnet Replacement Windlass Motor

Polyform A-2 Commercial Grade Buoy/Fender

Maxwell Series Wound Replacement Windlass Motor - P12072

Polyform HTM-2 Line-Through Fender

Maxwell Height Matched Chain Stopper

Maxwell AA560 Windlass Controller and Rode Counter

Maxwell Windlass Chainwheel - P100033

Polyform HTM-4 Line-Through Fender

Polyform G-6 Ribbed Twin-Eye Fender

Maxwell Windlass Foot Switch Replacement Cover

Maxwell MAXSET Bow Roller

Polyform A-5 Commercial Grade Buoy/Fender

Maxwell Anchor Tensioner - P105072

Maxwell Gear Box - P12427

Maxwell Windlass Pressure Arm Upgrade Kit - P100019

Polyform A-4 Commercial Grade Buoy/Fender

Maxwell RC Series RC10-8 Vertical Windlass - RC10812V

Maxwell Replacement Emergency Windlass Crank Handle/Crank Lever - P20040

Maxwell Replacement Emergency Windlass Crank Handle/Crank Lever - P20044

Maxwell MAXCLAW Anchor

Maxwell MAXSET Galvanized Plow Anchor

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Motor - SP4189

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Pressure Arm - P104711

Imtra Watertight Windlass Dual Solenoid Control Box - 12V - SPA-20697

Maxwell Hinged Bow Roller

Polyform True-Fit Fender Holder

Maxwell AA150 Rode/Chain Counter - P102939

Maxwell Wave Design Windlass Chainwheel

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