In the US there are a variety of small commercial anchors for rec boats. The two most common I have encountered are the "Danforth" style (Most popular I think) and the "Mushroom" style. I have seen a lot of 5 gallon buckets filled with concrete used also.
the FLUKE style
A- Fluke style . Took me forever!! -----------
Here is a great article. I own a Drop-n-Stay and they work as advertised.
There are differant types of anchors ones for mud, rocks, sand etc.etc. I use my boat in freshwater where there is a rocky bottom so I use a mushroom type anchors and it works very well for me.
There are differant types of anchors ones for mud, rocks, sand etc.etc. I use my boat in freshwater where there is a rocky bottom so I use a mushroom type anchors and it works very well for me.
A Danforth style (one manufacture is Fortress) or a simple mushroom anchor. The bottom terrain is also an important factor in determining the proper anchor.
the FLUKE style
the FLUKE style
Some easy anchors for beginners to use when learning how to sail are the Danforth anchor, the Plow anchor, and the Mushroom anchor. These anchors are simple to use and provide good holding power for small boats.
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i hate anchors
Arnold's Boats & Motors is a good choice. See them at 2041 River Road, Louisville, KY‎ - (502) 896-8864‎