How to Mark Anchor Chain: The Best Methods Compared

Ready to master anchoring check out the NauticEd anchoring course - https://www.nauticed.org/sailing-courses/view/anchoring-a-sailboat?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=MKEBAitNjbo Check out IMTRA for all your windlass needs (they are the experts) - https://www.imtra.com Knowing how much anchor chain you have deployed is critical to safe anchoring - and how you mark that chain determines whether your method survives the chain wheel or makes a mess of your anchor locker. This video covers every common chain marking method, the real-world problems with each, and why rubber chain markers are the best solution for most sailors. What this video covers: - Why spray paint flakes off inside the anchor locker and creates a significant mess over time - Why colored zip ties are a popular choice but get stripped by the chain wheel and introduce plastic into the sea - What rubber chain markers are, how they work, and why they are the preferred option - The difference between pressure fit and mechanically fastened rubber chain markers - How to cluster markers at set intervals so you always know exactly how much ground tackle is deployed Marking your chain every 20 to 25 feet with a reliable, visible method is one of the simplest upgrades you can make to your anchoring system. Rubber chain markers are reusable, clean, and designed to run through the chain wheel without causing damage. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Intro 00:10 - Method 1: Spray Paint 00:23 - Method 2: Zip Ties 00:49 - Method 3: Rubber Chain Markers Explained 01:11 - Pressure Fit Chain Markers