While I have not used one of the folding grapnel anchors, I doubt that it can claim nearly the same holding power and versatility as one of the Danforth or Fortress models. (The only bottom type where the grapnel anchor may stick better is rock.)
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<br>The Fortress G-7 or FX-7 each weigh 4 lbs and break down easily so that they can be stored in the hull. They'll cost more than the grapnel anchors ($50 for the G-7 and $85 for the FX-7) but when you consider the consequences of a poorly setting anchor, it's worth the extra bucks. <br><br> Kevin Rose
<br>N6.0na #215
<br>kevin@paddleways.com
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