Theft on the Rise – Is Your Boat Safe at Anchor Anymore?

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:37:59 +0000

In this video I look at the rise in boat theft and ask how safe your boat really is at anchor. I walk through common tactics thieves use, weak spots on deck, real stories, and simple changes to gear, habits and anchoring spots that can seriously lower your risk.

00:00 Intro
01:01 Theft Hotspots in 2026
03:08 Dinghy and Outboard Targets
05:03 Inside Jobs at Anchorages
07:00 How Thieves Board at Night
08:55 Mistakes That Invite Theft
12:52 Ending

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