Which type Anchor do you use? SRV 230 weekender 23ft.

[Delirious]

Just curious which ones/types you all use! Right now I'm using a "traditional Anchor" type from Westmarine, I have to use two usually one @ the Bow & one @ the Stern, to lock her in place for the evening.

Thanks!

 

[JimFromMD]

Default Kodiak Plow anchor here. What is a "traditional anchor"... Danforth?

 

[Delirious]

Yes, It is a Danforth!

 

[Lazy Daze]

Anchor style is best determined by the type of sea bottom you are anchoring in. Some are more "all around" use than others, whereas some specialize in certain types of bottoms. The "fluke" style (Danforth is a brand name) is a very common anchor to use because of it's all-around ability and lighter weight. The one place where a fluke doesn't work as well is a heavily-weeded bottom since it tends to float/skip over the weeds since it isn't very heavy.

The plow-style is also common, but because of it's heavier weight, is typically only used on boats that can store the anchor on a pulpit.

As far as "locking" it in place, you do not want to do that. You WANT the boat to swing with wind/tide changes. If your main anchor isn't holding (assuming it's of sufficient size) then you may simply not be letting out enough rode. For overnight, you'll want a minimum of 5:1 and preferably 7:1. If you are not using chain, you should be. It helps tremendously in the holding power of the anchor. More chain is better than not enough - but with your boat I'd say (and there's no hard and fast rule) that about 10' would be good.

 

[tc410]

I use a 60lbs CQR. Might be overkill for your boat.

 

[Petes Sea Ray]

I usually use 2 anchors myself. I have a 230 Sundancer and both anchors are needed at Lakeside beach in Port Huron due to the heavy traffic. I have 2 fluke anchors and generally let out about 6-1 when I anchor.

 

[Bama Boater]

I use a fluke style with a 6' chain.

 

[Delirious]

Anchor style is best determined by the type of sea bottom you are anchoring in. Some are more "all around" use than others, whereas some specialize in certain types of bottoms. The "fluke" style (Danforth is a brand name) is a very common anchor to use because of it's all-around ability and lighter weight. The one place where a fluke doesn't work as well is a heavily-weeded bottom since it tends to float/skip over the weeds since it isn't very heavy.

The plow-style is also common, but because of it's heavier weight, is typically only used on boats that can store the anchor on a pulpit.

As far as "locking" it in place, you do not want to do that. You WANT the boat to swing with wind/tide changes. If your main anchor isn't holding (assuming it's of sufficient size) then you may simply not be letting out enough rode. For overnight, you'll want a minimum of 5:1 and preferably 7:1. If you are not using chain, you should be. It helps tremendously in the holding power of the anchor. More chain is better than not enough - but with your boat I'd say (and there's no hard and fast rule) that about 10' would be good.

Thanks so much for the info!

 

[tgreene]

22lb lewmar plow anchor with a 6ft chain off the bow and a 8lb danforth with a 6 foot chain for the stern. My 260CC doesnt budge at all.

 

[moparlvr4406]

On my 240 I used a a Fortress FX11 on the bow with 6' chain.
now I use the same one as a stern anchor for the 340

 

[270win]

I use a Lewmar Delta 22lb anchor with 8' of chain. Never budges.

 

[Delirious]

I use a Lewmar Delta 22lb anchor with 8' of chain. Never budges.

Thanks for the feedback! I'm looking at some new Anchors!