{"product_id":"gen3-marine-5-5-lb-folding-grapnel-anchor-galvanized-4-prong-for-kayaks-dinghies-and-small-boats","title":"Gen3 Marine 5-5004 Galvanized Folding Grapnel Anchor, 5.3 lb, Four-Prong Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Gen3 Marine 5-5004 is a galvanized folding grapnel anchor built with a four-pronged design that digs into and snags the bottom rather than burying itself like a traditional fluke anchor. This makes it especially effective in areas where the seabed is covered in weeds, coral, stone, or gravel, conditions where a standard anchor can struggle to get a grip. The folding prong design lets the anchor collapse flat for compact storage, so it stows easily in a hatch, dry bag, or small anchor locker without taking up the space of a rigid anchor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis anchor is best suited to short-term anchoring in low-current areas rather than situations calling for maximum holding power, making it a practical choice for smaller vessels including personal watercraft, kayaks, dinghies, and other small boats. At 5.3 pounds and measuring 12 x 3 x 3 inches when folded, it is light enough to carry and deploy by hand while still providing dependable grip for quick stops, fishing breaks, or temporary mooring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gen3 Marine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-5004\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galvanized Folding Grapnel Anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four-pronged, folding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.3 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L x W x H):\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 x 3 x 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Galvanized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short-term anchoring in low-current areas; weed, coral, stone, or gravel bottoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Vessels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Personal watercraft, small vessels, kayaks, dinghies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Gen3 Marine 5-5004 grapnel anchor best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5-5004 is designed for short-term anchoring in low-current areas, and it performs especially well over weeds, coral, stone, or gravel bottoms where its four prongs can snag and hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this anchor hold in strong current or rough conditions?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the four-pronged grapnel design is not intended for situations that call for extreme holding power; it is built for short-term use in low-current areas rather than heavy weather or strong current.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Gen3 Marine grapnel anchor weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e It weighs 5.3 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the folded dimensions of this anchor?\u003c\/strong\u003e Folded, the Gen3 Marine 5-5004 measures 12 x 3 x 3 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the anchor fold up for storage?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the prongs on the 5-5004 fold inward, allowing the anchor to collapse for compact, easy storage on board.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the anchor made of and what finish does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5-5004 grapnel anchor has a galvanized finish, which helps protect it against corrosion in marine environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many prongs does this grapnel anchor have?\u003c\/strong\u003e It has a four-pronged design, which allows it to catch on objects along the bottom for holding power in weedy, rocky, or coral areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size boats or watercraft is this anchor suited for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gen3 Marine 5-5004 is suited to smaller craft such as personal watercraft, small vessels, kayaks, and dinghies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is a grapnel anchor different from a fluke or claw anchor?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rather than burying itself in sand or mud like a fluke anchor, the four-pronged 5-5004 grapnel anchor is designed to snag on objects and irregular bottom surfaces such as weeds, coral, stone, or gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat comes with the Gen3 Marine grapnel anchor?\u003c\/strong\u003e The product is the Gen3 Marine 5-5004 folding grapnel anchor itself, with its four prongs and galvanized finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gen3 Marine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48991680004315,"sku":"GEN-5-5004","price":14.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/41HZPztmGIL_1e97da24-888f-425f-87ca-a7290e46e4ab.jpg?v=1784509771","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/gen3-marine-5-5-lb-folding-grapnel-anchor-galvanized-4-prong-for-kayaks-dinghies-and-small-boats","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}