One of a cruising anchor’s most important traits is its ability to set easily (and reset after a wind shift) in the widest possible variety of bottoms. For those who can carry extra large anchors, holding power, the normal parameter measured by anchor tests, is not as important as setting performance. Once set, an oversized anchor should easily have sufficient holding power. With that in mind, this comparison focuses not on ultimate holding power but the ability of the anchors to set quickly—even in difficult bottoms and with short scope—and to stay set when conditions change. Practical Sailor tested the rollbar-style Manson Supreme and the Rocna as well as the…