Independent Reviews
We're hardly the least biased, so we'll understand if you're not convinced by our enthusiasm. But take the time to check out these third party comparison tests, reviews, and other write-ups of the Rocna.
SAIL (in association w/ West Marine)|
"Holding Power - 14 Anchors Tested"
Comparison testing of 14 different anchors, including the best-performing Rocna, conducted by West Marine and written up in SAIL and Yachting Monthly. Involves three locations at three different scopes (3:1, 5:1, and 7:1) in real world conditions, underwater on sand.
PassageMaker |
"Tweaking the Beast"
Review of the editor's Rocna 25 anchor on lobster boat Growler after use on the US East Coast.
Båtliv (Norway)|
"Rocna tightening its grip"
Full review of a Rocna 20 tested for a full season on the Swedish east coast. Original Norwegian plus English translation.
Professional Skipper |
"Anchor Holds Our Attention"
Full review and appraisal of a Rocna 20 after extensive testing on a commercial powerboat.
Boating New Zealand |
"Gear Test: Rocna Anchor"
Brief review of a Rocna 25 on a yacht in the tough locales of the South Island of New Zealand.
SeaSpray |
"Holding Fast""
Introduction and overview of the Rocna range of anchors, covering their principle features.
Zilt Magazine |
"Zilte Spullen | Salty Gear""
Brief introduction of the Rocna and review of testing video. (Dutch with English translation).
PassageMaker |
"Wind Horse in the City of Sails"
16 page write-up of Steve Dashew's new 83' powerboat with a custom Rocna 115.
New Zealand Herald |
"No more moving experiences"
Front page marine section write-up on the Rocna, its New Zealand
designer, and the anchor's place in the 'evolution' of anchor design.
For some more reviews and comments from less official publications, check out our knowledge base collection of independent feedback Click here »
