So how do you measure your anchor chain size? Anchor chain is measured in two primary ways - thickness of the metal in the link, and the length of the link. The most precise method is to use …

Choose rope and chain combinations by where you plan to sail and what ground tackle handling gear you have on your boat. Let me make it easy for you by walking you through it step by …

Part of the role of the chain in your rode is to keep the rode flat on the bottom to make sure the loads from the boat are horizontal and along the direction of the shank. Scope & chain provide …

How can you know how much chain you have out? You need to mark the chain so you know. How can you mark and measure your chain? The best way is with chain markers or paint, using a …

Ground tackle is all the equipment used to anchor your boat. The anchor, the rope or chain, and everything else you use. Good ground tackle is sized to match the boat and the conditions …

A cruising boat that spends most of its time on calm waters may require smaller Dyneema sizes, while a racing boat that experiences high loads and stresses may require larger sizes. The …

Setting out the right amount of anchor chain is an important part of getting a good night’s sleep on your boat. The scope of your anchor chain – the ratio of chain to the complete anchoring depth …

This includes understanding the type of anchor that works best for different seabeds, such as sand, mud, or rocks, and using the appropriate length of chain or rope (referred to as "scope"). …

Pay out more rode until you reach the desired scope. Back down more firmly on the chain (not too fast) to set the anchor hard. For more detail, check out How to Anchor a Boat. Anchor Watch …

If you don't know how to calculate your required anchor chain length, or want more information on how much anchor chain to let out, check out my in-depth article here. It's not just ending up on …