or break deck chocks loose --
when the winds pick up and the waves start.


So we could argue that either dragging the anchor and hitting the
rocks or breaking deck chocks is better.

no, you anchor knowing full well that you REQUIRE *substantial* shock absorbing
capability in your rode should the wind and waves pipe up. check mil specs if
you wish.

NObody chains a boat to a dock. dumb, dumb, dumb. same as chaining your boat
to a rock on the bottom.