Why is a Chain Needed for a Boat Anchor?
The anchor itself is only a part of the gear boaters call “ground tackle.” Besides the anchor, there is the chain and the line called the rode. Some boaters think they can bypass the chain portion of the rode, but it serves a very important role in anchor ground tackle.WeightA length of chain at the end of your anchor line helps weigh down the anchor so it falls evenly on the lake, river, or ocean you are on.RocksA chain at the end of your rode protects it from fraying on sharp rocks at the bottom of the water you are in.DragChain at the end of your anchor rode drags in the water and creates a pull when you need to stay as stationary as possible in an emergency in an area you cannot reach bottom with the anchor line you have available.DragAnchor line drag will keep your bow facing the direction of the waves in strong weather, if you cannot reach bottom with your anchor to get a firm placement.RubThere are several types of anchor chain, but what is most important is to get rubber-coated
