I have 3 strand nylon 1/2" ( which is one size larger than needed 3/8" [rule of thumb is 1/8" per 9' of boat LOA ] ) and 1/4" BBB chain .

For an anchor I have several "Danforth" style up to a 35H (major overkill for an Ariel ) , a 12H is more than enough for an Ariel and a 5H is a 'good weather or lunch hook ' for me .

Danforths are good for most of the Bay as we have not that much grass or rock , you may need a 20-30lb Bruce or CQR for the Lakes .