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 Spring-Pressure Arm - 7037

Maxwell MAXCLAW Anchor

Vetus BPSE/PBJE Control Panel Adapter Plate - BPA

Maxwell Windlass Clutch Retaining Clips - 2311

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Disc Spring - 5953

Vetus GRP Stern Thruster Tunnel

Vetus Bow Pro VCAN Bus Cable

Maxwell Replacement Windlass Stripper Arm Assembly Kit - 7278

Maxwell Windlass Key/Washer Kit - P100083

Maxwell Windlass Replacement NLP Washer Wave - SP0468

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Pressure Arm - Upper - 5347

Maxwell Lever Assembly

Maxwell Extendable Hinged Bow Roller - P104340

Maxwell RC8 Shaft Assembly - P100016

Maxwell Marine Replacement Windlass Stripper - Liberty 2500 - P101526

Maxwell Spare Gearbox Bearing Kit - P90007

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Pressure Arm - 7347

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Pressure Arm - Upper - 4611

Maxwell Windlass Stripper Arm Assembly Kit - P100084

Vetus Flexible Coupling for BOW110/130/160 - BP117

Vetus Drivepin Set for BOW50/60/75/80/90 - BP275S

Vetus Rubber Bellows for Joysticks - VP000080

Maxwell Economy Chain Stopper - P104335

Maxwell Marine Replacement Windlass Stripper - Liberty 1700 - P101543

Maxwell Replacement Windlass V-Ring Seal - SP0708

Maxwell Spring Gypsy Lift - 2310

Maxwell Foot Switch Assembly - P100734

Maxwell AA Rope/Chain Counting Sensor - SP4120

Maxwell Fixed Bow Roller

Vetus BowithStern Thruster Control Panel - BPJDE2

Vetus Proportional Control Thruster Paddle Panel - BPPPA

Maxwell 4445 Windlass Replacement Stripper Arm

Maxwell AA320 Handheld Roving Windlass Control - P102992

Maxwell VWC Series VWC1500 Vertical Windlass Kit

Maxwell VWC Series VWC3500 Vertical Windlass Kit

Maxwell Windlass Replacement Bolt - SP0037

Maxwell Windlass Service Kit - P90010

Vetus Drivepin Set for BOW50/80 - BP381

Vetus Motor and Solenoid Set for BOW45/55/60 - 12V - SET0060

Vetus Tailpiece for BOW220/230/285/310 - SET0165

Maxwell Sight Glass - 1/2" BSP - 3223

Maxwell Fixed Bow Roller with Loop - P104345

Maxwell QF Liberty Series Windlass Chainwheel Assembly

Maxwell HRC Series Windlass Chainwheel Assembly

Maxwell 1700 Liberty Series Stripper Assembly

Maxwell 2500 Liberty Series Stripper Assembly

Maxwell RC12 Windlass Emergency Handle

Maxwell Hydraulic Windlass Motor

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