Yes, I saw quite a few bigger boats anchored from the stern...unfortunately to many are having to learn the hard way !!! If your boat is difficult to anchor from the bow...change it !! There are many anchoring options that can be made to make anchoring from the bow much less effort !! To many folks think it wont happen to them....but to often it does happen to someone who thought they were to smart or watch to closely....it happens to quick for you to react. Be safe out there !!!