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Is the "all-chain rode" trend actually ruining your anchoring technique and making you a less capable skipper?
With rising costs and supply chain disruptions in 2026, many cruisers are questioning whether the all-chain rode trend is a necessary upgrade or a costly overcorrection that compromises traditional anchoring skills. Cast your vote and share your take on this heated debate.
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