The Ultimate Holding Power
Dragging anchor in the middle of the night is a boater's worst nightmare. Upgrading your ground tackle is the cheapest insurance you can buy, and the Mantus M1 is a massive upgrade over old plow or fluke-style anchors.
Digs Like a Badger
The M1 features a huge fluke surface area and a sharp, precision-machined chisel tip. The roll bar ensures that no matter how the anchor hits the bottom, it rights itself and points the tip into the mud or sand. It sets in a fraction of the distance of a traditional Delta or Bruce anchor, and its holding power is legendary among cruisers.
Pros and Cons
- Pros: Incredible setting speed, massive holding power in various bottoms, bolts together for easy stowage as a spare.
- Cons: The roll bar can interfere with some bow rollers, and the galvanized coating isn't as pretty as stainless steel (though a stainless version is available for a premium).
The Verdict
Your boat is only as secure as the piece of metal holding it to the bottom. The Mantus M1 is a beast that lets you sleep through the squall. Buy it a size larger than recommended, and never worry again.