Best anchor for 2016 242 Limited S

[DanF861]

I recently purchased a '16 242 Limited S and need to purchase an anchor. I'd like something that is light-weight (preferably fluke style) that will fit into the front anchor compartment. Will the anchors available on JetBoatPilot.com be a direct fit? It appears this anchor linked below will fit. Or what would you guys recommend? The lake is a sandy/muddy bottom. I don't anchor for very long or very often, so something basic will do.

Yamaha Deluxe Anchor Kit

The S600 Danforth Yamaha Deluxe Anchor Kit features: 3/8" x 150' rope 1/4" x 4' stainless steel chain and shackles Fits all '15-Current 240, 242, 210, 212 and 190 FSH Models

jetboatpilot.com

Thanks!

 

[Glen]

Have had 2 24 footers, over 6 years and have always used the Danforth. Many better anchors available, and even carry a Rocna, but have only deployed it in Bimini, where the bottom is really tough for a Danforth. Danforth is easiest and safest (suspended) to carry and for mud/sand bottoms, all that you need, particularly if just doing the lake/lunch hook.
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[DanF861]

Thanks for the reply. Do you by chance know what size will be a direct fit into the anchor locker? Right now this seems to be the best option for what I'm looking for:

Yamaha Deluxe Anchor Kit

The S600 Danforth Yamaha Deluxe Anchor Kit features: 3/8" x 150' rope 1/4" x 4' stainless steel chain and shackles Fits all '15-Current 240, 242, 210, 212 and 190 FSH Models

jetboatpilot.com

 

[Arcadyus]

I have one of those yamaha anchors for sale BTW.

 

[DanF861]

I have one of those yamaha anchors for sale BTW.

How much are you asking, and is it a direct fit for the 242 anchor locker? Are you including chain/rope?

 

[Arcadyus]

$60 plus shipping. Yeah it should be a direct fit. Fit my ar 195. Yes chain and rope are included. It's in the marketplace for sale on here.

 

[Glen]

Thanks for the reply. Do you by chance know what size will be a direct fit into the anchor locker? Right now this seems to be the best option for what I'm looking for:

Yamaha Deluxe Anchor Kit

The S600 Danforth Yamaha Deluxe Anchor Kit features: 3/8" x 150' rope 1/4" x 4' stainless steel chain and shackles Fits all '15-Current 240, 242, 210, 212 and 190 FSH Models

jetboatpilot.com

The key is the "stock width" (#2 in the linked diagram). I'm 99% sure that the 18.25inches of the S600, is the exact fit for the 242 to be suspended in the bow anchor locker.

Danforth Standard® – Danforth Anchors

danforthanchors.com

Where most people go wrong and have issues with the Danforth is its need for scope. It needs 4+ to 1, rope to depth. That means that if you are dropping the hook in 10 feet of water you need 2-3 boat lengths of anchor line out for it to get a good hold on the bottom.
I have my kids drop the anchor overboard while backing, then pull back a boat length or 2, then have them resist letting out line to dig the anchor in. Once they feel the resistance (anchor set), then consider tieing off. Depending on traffic, you may want to tie a fender to your submerged anchor line to warn other boaters. I have never had to do this, but YMMV.

 

[Arcadyus]

 

[Glen]

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This is a Danforth style anchor, not a Danforth-

 

[Arcadyus]

This is a Danforth style anchor, not a Danforth-

Idk all I know it's it's a yamaha deluxe anchor kit. I bought it from the dealer when I bought my boat.

 

[DanF861]

Idk all I know it's it's a yamaha deluxe anchor kit. I bought it from the dealer when I bought my boat.

Thanks for the info guys. Arcadyus I did find the same kit on Amazon new for $72 with free shipping so will probably just purchase it there. Appears to be the same Yamaha Deluxe Anchor kit.

 

[Glen]

The Deluxe anchor kit is the Danforth S600

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The Boat anchor kit is this one

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[Arcadyus]

Thanks for the info guys. Arcadyus I did find the same kit on Amazon new for $72 with free shipping so will probably just purchase it there. Appears to be the same Yamaha Deluxe Anchor kit.

Do it that's a good deal mate.

 

[VaMarine]

I ended up pulling the anchor provided by the dealer (Amazon.com : SeaSense 74538 Navy Anchor 20Lb Vnyl Coated : Sports & Outdoors) out and replacing with a Box Anchor (https://www.slideanchor.com/boxanchor). I could never for the life of me get the anchor to set. Since replacing it, I've never had a problem with getting it set. Additionally, it resets itself if wind shifts (seems to occur daily on the bay around lunch time). The only issue is that the Box, always brings up a ton of mud/muck from the bottom. I end up tying it off over the side and have my 1st mate drive the boat slowly to get it cleaned off before it comes aboard.

 

[Weeb]

I ended up pulling the anchor provided by the dealer (Amazon.com : SeaSense 74538 Navy Anchor 20Lb Vnyl Coated : Sports & Outdoors) out and replacing with a Box Anchor (https://www.slideanchor.com/boxanchor). I could never for the life of me get the anchor to set. Since replacing it, I've never had a problem with getting it set. Additionally, it resets itself if wind shifts (seems to occur daily on the bay around lunch time). The only issue is that the Box, always brings up a ton of mud/muck from the bottom. I end up tying it off over the side and have my 1st mate drive the boat slowly to get it cleaned off before it comes aboard.

I bring the line down the side and pull the anchor from the back so I can plop it up and down to get the muck of and not hit the bow fiberglass.

 

[Arcadyus]

They bring up the entire damn lake. But that means those suckers are set. We love our new box anchor. Get a danik hook to go along with it. Those things are super awesome.

 

[VaMarine]

They bring up the entire damn lake. But that means those suckers are set. We love our new box anchor. Get a danik hook to go along with it. Those things are super awesome.

Where do you put a danik on the box? I have a danik on the Spike for the rear.. But the Box, i just have 200' of line attached using a shackle.

 

[Arcadyus]

I put it on the hook in the front of the bow. No dedicated place for an anchor on my moomba. We only went with 100ft. You don't need nearly as much with a box anchor and we don't anchor in water normally over 40 ft..

 

[GoodCubanito]

I ended up pulling the anchor provided by the dealer (Amazon.com : SeaSense 74538 Navy Anchor 20Lb Vnyl Coated : Sports & Outdoors) out and replacing with a Box Anchor (Box Anchor — Slide Anchor). I could never for the life of me get the anchor to set. Since replacing it, I've never had a problem with getting it set. Additionally, it resets itself if wind shifts (seems to occur daily on the bay around lunch time). The only issue is that the Box, always brings up a ton of mud/muck from the bottom. I end up tying it off over the side and have my 1st mate drive the boat slowly to get it cleaned off before it comes aboard.

 

[GoodCubanito]

VaMarine,

Do you have a link to the one you bought? Does it fit in the anchor bay? Thanks