[header] How to set a sailboat anchor [title] Note : [step] These instructions are intended for those using an all chain rode. ( see " tips " below ) [title] Pick the spot to drop your anchor by circling round the area watching the bottom contours on your depth sounder and looking for rocks or obstructions in what will be the swing radius of your anchor rode. [step] Remember, you may well swing a full 360 degrees over time. 
[title] Return to your intended drop spot, motoring very slowly, directly up wind. [title] Using reverse, stop all motion of the boat.