anchor

[Van]

I use a graple type anchor off the back to keep me in position near rock piles. The main anchor out the front.

I make my own stainless steel ones with 4 tines. They are light but strong. however, if it gets stuck, a good pull with the boat will bend the tines and out she comes. Then I can bend them back.

So other than making your own, make sure what you buy will be able to bend (if you use it near rocks) or release somehow, and then be bent back.

Hope that helps.
If you want I can show u a pic of what I make/use.