I'd like to get rid of my windlass/bow roller. My TM is thrubolted to he front deck to the left of the bow roller the TM swivels over the bow roller to rest alongside the stbd gunwale, so by removing the bow roller will allow the TM to come down about 4 inches in height which will greatly improve visibility. When I upgrade my 236 to a newer 236 (would stay with the same boat), i will NOT order a bow roller. That being said, always always always carry an anchor for backup. We just never use the anchor anymore.