Anchor for 220BR

[NautiWeasel]

I've had okay results with my fluke in the past. I had 10' of chain on a 15lb fluke anchor for our 242. Most times, it held pretty well, as long as I had 2x to 3x the rode out as the depth we were anchored in. Last year, Labor Day weekend, the fluke held too well, and I lost it.
Just got a new anchor this year, and it's a 25lb box anchor. We mostly boat in mud / sand bottom lakes, so I think this box is going to work better. Still have the 10' of chain as well.

[Homeskillet]

I've had okay results with my fluke in the past. I had 10' of chain on a 15lb fluke anchor for our 242. Most times, it held pretty well, as long as I had 2x to 3x the rode out as the depth we were anchored in. Last year, Labor Day weekend, the fluke held too well, and I lost it.
Just got a new anchor this year, and it's a 25lb box anchor. We mostly boat in mud / sand bottom lakes, so I think this box is going to work better. Still have the 10' of chain as well.

Good info thanks!

I searched box anchors just now and saw a WavesRx?? Never heard of it.

I feel me starting to do what I do... overthink lol! Part of me wants to try my fluke again, and part of me wants to buy something different like the box.

I do appreciate all the help and patience

[jhnmdahl]

I'll echo what others are saying - you have a good anchor, but need a bigger, heavier chain at the end. No universal rule, but I'd be looking at 8'-10' or so of what might look like oversize chain compared to your current chain to make sure it lays down on the ground when you're trying to set your anchor. 1/4" chain may be strong enough, for example, but 3/8" chain has twice the weight per foot and will be more effective at staying down (especially with shorter lengths).

Note Bruce's comment about having a length of chain equal to the length of your boat - that works well, but is more chain than many with smaller boats carry.

Please do report back if you try this, on what you buy and the difference you see.

[Homeskillet]

Good info. Everyone here is so friendly

I will purchase more chain and see if I can gitter done correctly. If I still have issues, I will use that new chain on a different anchor (box or similar).

I will report back for sure! Thanks again everyone!!

[Homeskillet]

Anyone use an anchor system with a bungee?

[NautiWeasel]

Anyone use an anchor system with a bungee?

Yes, or at least that's what I now have... No use yet, until this weekend.
I bought a 25lb box anchor with 10' of chain (already had it) and I'm using a 15-40 foot bungee. The bungee rope starts at 15' in length, and stretches to almost 50'. I used an anchor hook to connect the bungee line to my normal anchor line, in tandem. I'm hoping it holds me still in the muddy bottom, windy lakes of KS. I can report back next week on the performance.

[Homeskillet]

I appreciate the offer to report back... anxious to read how it went for you.

I was a sneeze away from pulling the trigger on one of those WavesRX kits (anchor, 15-50' bungee, and 5' of chain) but chickened out - it's $231 after a 10% discount. But I think I'm going to start with a more frugal approach and buy some different chain to use with my current fluke anchor first. If I continue to have issues, I'll make a bigger change.

[Whitney220s]

After having removed the chain, the wifey chucks the 25 pound Richter over, gives it about three arm lengths and done. So if anyone is a rookie it’s her. Her cleat hitch is immaculate though.

[jhnmdahl]

After having removed the chain, the wifey chucks the 25 pound Richter over, gives it about three arm lengths and done. So if anyone is a rookie it’s her. Her cleat hitch is immaculate though.

I use a Richter anchor too, and it works well for my boat in a variety of bottom conditions in MN. Lots of rocks, weeds, etc. in addition to the sandy or soft bottoms fluke-type anchors excel at.

[NautiWeasel]

I've never tried a richter anchor. Always wanted to, but don't know anyone around here that has one... Maybe that says something. ?

[jhnmdahl]

I've never tried a richter anchor. Always wanted to, but don't know anyone around here that has one... Maybe that says something. ?

The company that makes them is in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, so not hard to believe they're more common around the Twin Cities than elsewhere in the country. Their biggest anchor is recommended for a 30' boat max, so you won't read much about them on boating sites that cater mostly to big boats like thehulltruth, but almost all the comparative reviews I've read have been favorable. I like mine well enough, but I just don't go out in challenging conditions either.

John

[Stagdad]

After finding my fluke anchor did not fit in the anchor locker of my 220, I bought an 18lb Richter anchor. With six feet of chain this baby holds tight. Checkout wholesale marine website for pictures and price. It also fits nicely in my anchor locker. Of course lake bottoms vary but on my steep rocky bottomed lake it works great. For me it is a set it and forget it. Highly recommend.

[Whitney220s]

Even though I removed the chain I’d recommend using one with a Richter. With my setup the chain makes no difference and there are other advantages to not having it. I’m anchoring a 220s so not that heavy and with a little less wind profile.

[Kate]

With all due respect.

There's too much focus on equipment. And too little on anchoring technique.

A related story: I asked a pro about switching rackets. His reply: "With the proper technique, you can hit the ball with a broom."