Boat Anchors

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Claw Anchors

Claw Anchors
Fluke Anchors

Fluke Anchors
Grapnel Anchors

Grapnel Anchors
Mushroom Anchors

Mushroom Anchors
Navy Anchors

Navy Anchors
Plow Anchors

Plow Anchors
PWC Anchors

PWC Anchors
Lake & River Anchors

Lake & River Anchors
Slip-Ring Anchors

Slip-Ring Anchors
Shallow Water Anchors

Shallow Water Anchors
      • Greenfield Coated Navy Anchor - Blue
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        Greenfield Coated Navy Anchor - Blue

        $45.99
        $39.99

        Greenfield Products Coated Navy Anchor - Blue The Navy Anchor is a classic, proven design, which has been in use on large vessels and warships for over 100 years. Navy Anchor performance comes from the combination of weight and mechanical principle...

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      • Greenfield Coated River Anchor - Red
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        Greenfield Coated River Anchor - Red

        $62.09
        $53.99

        Greenfield Products Coated River Anchor - Red The Tri-Fluke design of the River Anchor allows the flukes to penetrate the river bottom in soft and moderate conditions, or to engage rocks and structure in rivers and current. The River Anchor is a great...

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      • Greenfield Coated River Anchor - Blue
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        Greenfield Coated River Anchor - Blue

        $62.09
        $53.99

        Greenfield Products Coated River Anchor - Blue The Tri-Fluke design of the River Anchor allows the flukes to penetrate the river bottom in soft and moderate conditions, or to engage rocks and structure in rivers and current. The River Anchor is a great...

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      • Greenfield Coated Mushroom Anchor - Red
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        Greenfield Coated Mushroom Anchor - Red

        $57.99
        $42.99

        Greenfield Products Coated Mushroom Anchor - Red These traditional cast iron mushroom anchors meet basic anchor requirements and store easily. Mushrooms perform well for small craft, Personal Water Craft (PWC), Canoes or Kayaks, or as second anchor on...

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      • Greenfield Coated Mushroom Anchor - Royal Blue
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        Greenfield Coated Mushroom Anchor - Royal Blue

        $35.64
        $30.99

        Greenfield Products Coated Mushroom Anchor - Blue These traditional cast iron mushroom anchors meet basic anchor requirements and store easily. Mushrooms perform well for small craft, Personal Water Craft (PWC), Canoes or Kayaks, or as second anchor on...

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      • Lewmar DTX Stainless Steel Plow Anchors
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        Lewmar DTX Stainless Steel Plow Anchors

        $533.01
        $463.49

        Lewmar DTX Stainless Steel Plow Anchor While out enjoying a day on the lake and anchoring in your favorite cove don’t leave your anchoring up to just any model. The Lewmar DTX Stainless Steel Plow Anchor is a great choice for the medium to larger...

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      • Greenfield PVC Coated Slip Ring Fluke Anchor
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        Greenfield PVC Coated Slip Ring Fluke Anchor

        $45.49
        $26.99

        Greenfield PVC Coated Slip Ring Fluke Anchor The Slip-Ring Anchor is a traditional fluke anchor design, with the addition of a sliding ring for easy retrieval. Anchor Chain should always be used with steel fluke anchors, to provide weight necessary to...

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      • Fortress Marine Aluminum Anchor
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        Fortress Marine Anchor

        $179.99
        $149.99

        Fortress Marine Aluminum Fluke Anchor Boat and marine experts all agree that Fortress Anchors set the industry standard as the “World's Best Anchors”. Their lightweight yet strong construction rate these anchors highest among marine anchors...

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      • Sea Sense Grappling Anchor
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        Sea Sense Grappling Anchor

        $25.99
        $21.99

        Sea Sense Grappling Anchor The Grappling Anchor is great for all small boats, including dinghies, inflatables, canoes and personal watercraft (PWC). The ability to quickly fold and unfold in seconds and stow in a very small compartment makes the...

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      • Hooker Quik-Set Galvanized Fluke Style Slip-Ring Anchor
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        Hooker Quik-Set Galvanized Fluke Style Slip-Ring Anchor

        $27.99
        $22.49

        Hooker "Quik-Set" Galvanized Fluke Style Slip-Ring Anchor A new innovative design in economically priced anchors, the Hooker Quik-Set anchor has 50% more holding power and the appearance of an anchor costing much, much more. Refer to the picture and...

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      • Greenfield PVC Coated Navy Style Anchor - Black
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        Greenfield PVC Coated Navy Style Anchor - Black

        $45.99
        $39.99

        Greenfield Products PVC Coated Navy Style Anchor - Black The navy anchor provides swing-arm penetration with the weight and strength of cast iron. It really digs in and holds the minute it strikes the bottom. A traditional design and coated in heavy...

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      • Greenfield Vinyl Coated Mushroom Anchor - Black
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        Greenfield Vinyl Coated Mushroom Anchor - Black

        $35.64
        $30.99

        Greenfield Products Vinyl Coated Mushroom Anchor - Black Greenfield's Mushroom Anchors are preferred by many boaters due to their compact design and ease of use. Greenfield mushroom anchors are constructed of cast iron and are coated with a heavy-duty,...

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      • Greenfield Painted Navy Boat Anchor
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        Greenfield Painted Navy Boat Anchor

        $49.44
        $42.99

        The navy anchor provide swing-arm penetration with the weight and strength of cast iron. It really digs in and holds. 4 traditional designs with painted finish. Model Weight Recommended Boat Size In Winds Up To 30 Knots Chain...

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      • Greenfield Yachting Series PVC Coated Fluke Anchor - WHITE
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        Greenfield Yachting Series PVC Coated Fluke Anchor - WHITE

        $83.94
        $72.99

        Greenfield Yachting Series PVC-Coated Fluke Anchor - White From the originators of the coated marine anchor, Greenfield Anchors are undercoated for extra adhesion, then coated in heavy plastisol to protect boat finishes from the scratches and abrasions...

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      • Guardian Anchor Stowaway Bag
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        Guardian Anchor Stowaway Bag

        $72.44
        $62.99

        Guardian Anchor Stowaway Bag Having storm anchors aboard can make the difference between safety and disaster. The Fortress Guardian Stowaway Anchor Bag holds everything you need to deploy your or Guardian anchor quickly. No more searching for wrenches,...

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      • Fortress Marine Anchor Stowaway Bag
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        Fortress Marine Anchor Stowaway Bag

        $85.09
        $73.99

        Fortress Marine Anchor Stowaway Bag Having storm anchors aboard can make the difference between safety and disaster. The Fortress Stowaway Anchor Bag holds everything you need to deploy your Fortress or Guardian anchor quickly. No more searching for...

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      • Fortress Commando Small Boat Anchor System
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        Fortress Commando Small Boat Anchor System

        $231.99
        $148.99

        Includes everything you need: Anchor * Rope * Chain * Shackle * Storage Bag Originally developed for military raiding craft, the Commando offers a no-nonsense solution to the problems of anchor storage and deployment on small boats.   Everything,...

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      • Jet Logic Small Watercraft Beach Screw Anchor System
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        Jet Logic Small Watercraft Beach Screw Anchor System

        $23.99
        $19.99

        Jet Logic Small Watercraft Beach Screw Anchor System   Perfect for anchoring a PWC in shallow water, just off the beach. Screw the zinc-plated anchor into compacted sand or mud in 2 to 3 ft. of water. There's a giant nylon snap hook at each end of...

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      Boat Anchors: Crucial Boating Equipment

      Anchors are an essential piece of boating gear that helps secure your vessel and provide stability while you enjoy your time out on the water. Selecting an adequate boat anchor keeps your boat from drifting in the currents or from the wind.

      There are several factors to take into consideration when choosing a boat anchor. Water conditions can play a big role when selecting where and how to anchor. The seabed condition can be a crucial factor in which anchor will have the strongest holding power.

      Different Boat Anchors and Strong Points

      Each anchor type offers unique advantages that will enhance your boating experience by increasing vessel stability. It is best to understand the strengths of each when choosing the right boat anchor.

      Anchoring should feel effortless once you have all the appropriate equipment. BoatUS foundation notes that using the anchor suited for the specific conditions you are in will increase the anchoring effectiveness.

      Picture of a galvanized Danforth Anchor also known as a Fluke anchor       Picture of a galvanized Bruce anchor also known as a claw anchor       Picture of a galvanized Plow anchor from Gen3 Marine

      Danforth anchors, also known as Fluke anchors, are lightweight yet sturdy anchors. Their flat, pointed design enables them to dig in quickly while remaining secure over time. One of the most trusted marine anchors is Danforth Fluke Anchors, a traditional choice with supreme holding power.

      		      

      Bruce Anchors, nicknamed Claw anchors due to their look. Are a newer anchor style that is quickly rising in popularity thanks to its superior grip that helps prevent drift. Lewmar is a longstanding marine company that offers high quality Galvanized Claw Anchors at economical prices.

      		      

      A Plow anchor gets its name from its unique shape that ensures maximum holding power in adverse conditions. When bottom conditions are rough this is your anchor of choice. Gen3 Marine offers high quality plow anchors at reasonable prices.
                       

       

      Picture of a galvanized Box anchor by Gen3 Marine

      		      

      Picture of a Greenfield Mushroom Anchor

      		      

      Picture of a Minn Kota Shallow Water Anchor

      Box Anchors are ideal for smaller vessels that are anchoring in soft bottom conditions like sand. Gen3 Marine Box Anchors scrape along the bottom, filling the anchor box with sand to create weight to both slow your speed and hold you in place. They even offer a stainless steel box anchor for outstanding durability in marine environments.

      		      

      Mushroom Anchors are robust anchors, ideal for permanent or temporary mooring on soft seabeds. Once they hit the bottom, they sink deep with sand and sediment filling the anchor basin to ensure secure anchorage under any circumstance. Greenfield offers river anchors perfect for small craft, including kayaks and canoes.

      		      

      Anchoring can be tricky, that’s where a shallow water anchor can give you the perfect amount of control and hold in shallow water conditions. These compact anchors use electricity to drive the post deep into the seabed. Bass Boats will love the advanced tech packed into Minn Kota shallow water anchors.

      How to Select a Boat Anchor Based on Bed Conditions

      When choosing a boat anchor, don’t just consider the price. You need to consider your boat design and more importantly where and when you will be cruising.

      Water conditions and seabed composition can play a huge role in which boat anchor best suits your needs. Keep in mind too the type of water you will be in. Salt, fresh, and brackish water require different anchor types to help prevent accelerated corrosion.

      Soft sandy seabeds require an anchor that can dig in and use the sand to help hold your boat steady. In calm conditions a mushroom anchor, Danforth anchor, or box anchor will excel in holding your vessel in place. When in rougher conditions consider using a plow anchor for maximum holding power. Muddy beds are often soft and require anchors with wide flukes to maximize holding power. Smaller vessels may find a river anchor as the perfect solution for holding your vessel where you want it. When dealing with a rocky seabed, you might find it easy to find a hold but there’s always a risk of the anchor or anchor chain getting stuck under a heavy rock. A Bruce anchor or claw anchor will provide great holding power in rockier substrates. Smaller vessels may find a grapnel anchor an ideal compact anchoring solution.

      How to Maintain your Boat Anchor

      Constructed from solid metal, boat anchors seem like an indestructible piece of boating equipment. While this may be true, it is important to maintain your boat anchor and all anchoring components.

      Check your anchor chain and rode for signs of wear, this could be frayed lines or corrosion that can compromise your boat gear’s integrity. It is important to replace damaged gear as noticed to prevent any issues that ruin your time on the water.

      After every use boat washdown kit to clean salt or debris from your anchor and prevent any marine growth or sediment accumulation.

      Anchor maintenance should be seen as proactive measure, because when anchoring gear fails, it’s never at a convenient time.

      Advanced Anchoring Techniques

      A stuck anchor is a new boater’s worst nightmare. But don’t worry, we here at Wholesale Marine are happy to help give some tips to get out of this sticky situation.

      Furthermore, the ratio between your anchor line length and water depth, this is called scope, plays a key part in ensuring your anchor is properly set. A good rule of thumb is a 7:1 scope, this for every 1 foot of water depth you should use 7 feet of rode. So, anchoring in 10 feet of water it is recommended to pay out 70 feet of anchor line.

      When man first set sail they used whatever heavy rock or item they could find to anchor. In the modern-day technology has revolutionized boat anchoring with innovations that make anchoring easier than ever.

      These new technologies make anchoring simple and increases boater safety. Anchor alarms uses GPS monitoring to alert you if your boat or anchor moves out of a perimeter you create.

      An anchor windlass is a key element of a modern anchoring system. These devices are engineered to manage lowering or hoisting an anchor from the water with the push of a button.

      Wholesale Marine has the right boat anchor for every boating condition. Regardless of the type of boat or the water conditions you encounter, we are here to help you select the right boat anchor. Call us today at 877-388-2628 and we will weigh the possibilities for you. We are here from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM EST Monday through Friday. Ask about our Captain’s Club Rewards Program for additional discounts every time you shop at Wholesale Marine.