Assuming an anchor from the bow is to be deployed using the windlass,
what is the proper technique for deploying a second anchor and what is
recommended to secure it's rode ?


There are different ways to use the second anchor. You can set it in different
ways to. It will depend on if you are just anchoring or if you have been there
for a while. The easiest way is the best. I have set both from the bow by
setting one and then motoring to where I want the second and then setting it.
If I am already anchored and want to set a second bow anchor I use the dinghy.
If you have a small outboard you will not be able to set a second anchor with
all chain. Their is to much weight there to pull out.

I prefer to set stern anchors with the dinghy. It is easier to get the boat
lined up and pointed in the right direction. I use it mostly to point the boat
into a swell.

Also, if the original is not left on the windlass, what is regarded as
the stoutest method of securing it as well ?


I use double nylon snubbing lines with a devils claw to attach to the chain.

Both rodes might be all chain, or mixed.


My boat stays pointed into the wind when I use both (one all chain and one with
30 feet of chain and the rest nylon line) off the bow close to each other. No
sailing back and forth.


Dick