Anchoring & Docking

  1. Sleipner S-Link System Dual Joystick Speed Control Panel with Display - SMPJC212

    $1,329.90
    0
  2. Sleipner Joystick Thruster Control

    $447.90
    0
  3. Sleipner SE80/185T DC Thruster

    $4,385.59
    0
  4. Vetus Bow 45 Thruster - BOW4512D

    $2,368.72
    0
  5. Vetus Thruster Control Panel - BPJE2

    $427.99
    1
  6. Vetus Bow 60 Thruster

    $2,756.81
    0
  7. Sleipner Designer Radio Remote Thruster Control Kit - SMRC-20U

    $882.62
    1
  8. Vetus Bow 160 Thruster - BOW16024D

    $7,145.63
    0
  9. Vetus Bow 45 Thruster - Ignition Protected - BOW4512Di

    $2,948.35
    0
  10. Sleipner SE40/125S DC Thruster (On/Off)

    $2,482.90
    1
  11. Sleipner Replacement Thruster Propeller - SM71261

    $137.94
    2
  12. Vetus Thruster Solenoid Pack - 12V - SET0015

    $319.80
  13. Vetus Bow 75 Thruster

    $3,339.28
    0
  14. Sleipner Dual Joystick Bow & Stern Thruster Control

    $731.40
    0
  15. Sleipner Replacement Thruster Propeller - SM41261

    $137.94
    1
  16. Sleipner SE80/185T-IP DC Thruster

    $6,061.47
    0
  17. Sleipner Replacement Thruster Propeller

    $435.30
    1
  18. Vetus Round Thruster Control with Joystick - BPJR

    $418.08
    0
  19. Sleipner Q-Prop Thruster Propeller Upgrade Kit - SM79999

    $372.31
    0
  20. Vetus BowithStern Thruster Control Panel - BPJDE2

    $692.31
    0
  21. Sleipner Radio Remote Control Kit - SMRC-21U

    $882.60
    0
  22. Vetus Thruster Propeller

    $94.38 - $273.60
    2
  23. Sleipner GRP Bow Tunnel - 185 mm (7.28") I.D. x 1250 mm (49.2") - SM9003

    $542.47
    0
  24. Sleipner Boat-Shaped Docking Control Panel - SM8909C

    $693.60
    1
  25. Sleipner SE130/250T DC Thruster

    $7,422.32
    0
  26. Vetus Bow 55 Thruster - Ignition Protected

    $3,207.91
    0
  27. Vetus Proportional Control Thruster Joystick Panel with Hold and Lock - BPPJA

    $983.40
    0
  28. Sleipner SE60/185S DC Thruster

    $3,062.53
    0
  29. Vetus Motor and Solenoid Set for BOW45/55/60 - 12V - SET0060

    $1,084.25
  30. Sleipner SX50 Compact Stern Thruster

    $6,111.78 - $6,521.28
    0
  31. Vetus Tailpiece for BOW160 A/B - SET0080

    $2,498.23
  32. Vetus Bow Pro Boosted Thruster

    $5,225.72 - $10,747.57
  33. Sleipner SM101272 Replacement Thruster Propeller

    $466.81
    0
  34. Vetus Bow Thruster Control Cable

    $103.43 - $207.82
    0
  35. Vetus Easy Docking System for Bow/Stern Thruster - EZDOCK2

    $556.38
  36. Sleipner SM20110 Replacement Thruster Propeller

    $403.81
    0
  37. Vetus Bow Thruster - BOW2512E

    $1,989.83
    0
  38. Sleipner Touch Panel - SM8950G

    $275.28
    0
  39. Vetus Thruster Control Panel - BPSE2

    $281.16
    0
  40. Vetus GRP Stern Thruster Tunnel

    $384.20 - $1,120.65
  41. Sleipner Replacement Thruster Propeller - SM71260

    $100.14
    3
  42. Vetus Proportional Control Thruster Paddle Panel - BPPPA

    $716.00
    0
  43. Vetus 12V Motor and Relay Set for BOW25/35/40 - SET0228

    $1,910.25
  44. Sleipner S-Link System Single Joystick Speed Control Panel with Display - SMPJC211

    $1,248.00
    0
  45. Sleipner DC Thruster - SE170/250TC

    $8,770.53
    0
  46. Sleipner SM101270 Replacement Thruster Propeller

    $372.31
    0
  47. Sleipner SM501270 Replacement Thruster Propeller

    $1,531.53
    0
  48. Schaefer Rail Mount Anchor Hanger - AH-100

    $113.98
    0
 
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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.