Choose an anchor based on your boat size, bottom type, and typical conditions. For sandy or muddy bottoms, a fluke anchor holds well and stows easily. For rocky or weedy bottoms, a plow or claw style anchor grips better. Match the anchor weight to your boat length and always use the correct chain and rode length for solid holding power. Once your anchor is aboard, keep the metal clean and corrosion free with a Metal and Hardware Shine Kit to extend its life.
Bears and Bows Outdoors reviewed the Box Anchor and Sand Anchor Spike. Check out this video to see how they worked out and why he believes they make anchoring your boat a breeze.
Drop a folding box anchor that is built to bite from either direction when wind or water movement shifts.
Complete anchor setup
Boat Anchor Kit
The Boat Anchor Kit pairs a ready-to-deploy anchor with the line and chain needed to hold your position when wind or current shifts. Everything arrives together so you can drop and hold without sourcing separate components.
