How to Tie The Best Anchor Knot
The Anchor Hitch or Bend (a.k.a. Fisherman's Hitch or Bend) is one of the most common types of knots used to attach your anchor line/rode to your anchor. It's the knot I use with all of my anchors.
As you can see, this knot is shown using an anchor shackle. You should be using some form of shackle or swivel but you can use this knot just as easily by tying it directly to the anchor.
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When the weather starts to cool, many boaters take this as a sign to dock their boat and begin the long wait for warmer months to come back around. While you probably can't expect to do much tubing or waterskiing, there are still plenty of great activities you can enjoy on or around the water to make the most of these winter months.
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