2018 242 Limited SE Rear Boat Anchor

[Kernsy]

I need another anchor for the rear. Our 242 SE swings in the wind and current. Just like to keep it from moving.

Looking at the small. Any thoughts or help would greatly be appreciated.



Thanks
Darren

 

[Babin Farms]

Too many options and variables. The box anchor seems to work well in most situations. I have a fluke, screw & navy anchors on my boat and have used them all, it just depends on the situation I’m in as far as which ones are used. Sand, mud, depth, wake or not, current, wind and other factors go into this decision.

 

[Kernsy]

Thank You. I am so stupid. I did a search on this and found out more information. I will mostly be putting in with mud bottoms, Patoka Lake. I think what I read the small box anchor will work well. Thanks Babin Farms for the reply.

Thank You Again
Darren

 

[FSH 210 Sport]

This was the original 5# anchor I bought for my boat and it worked without slipping the times I used it in a mud bottom lake. Later I went to a 10# version with a lot more chain, but I keep this one on board for use as a stern anchor.

Amazon.com

 

[Babin Farms]

The more (heavier) chain lead on the anchor line, the better for any anchor.

https://jetboaters.net/threads/beach-anchoring-made-easy-check-out-my-latest-video.35719/post-574415

 

[zpaul]

I like Box anchor a lot. better than fluke anchor dealer gave me.
I got box anchor 19lb to hold from swinging, but think 19lb is overkill to hold the rear of the boat.
Plan to get 13lb
13lb Box anchor

Strongly advise to get to get a shackle, I almost lost mine because the hook that I had with the rope undid itself.
Shackle

 

[Babin Farms]

As mentioned above, a heavier anchor doesn’t mean it’s better. I have used my fluke anchor in muddy, rock and sand bottoms with no issues. The only thing you need to do is size the anchor to the size of the boat, have a long & heavy enough chain and make sure you put out enough rode. My fluke can’t weigh more than a couple pounds but holds my 23’ boat with no issues, even in terrible conditions. It digs in deep as it’s being pulled against and sets well due to the 3 main things stated above. Anchor, chain & rode.

 

[Kernsy]

Thank You Everyone for the advice. I am going to keep looking. My fluke anchor always holds well. I just get the rear swinging sometimes because of wake, winds, etc. I have a lot to learn what will work & not work.

Again, Thank You to everyone for helping me.
My wife and I are so ready for this summer. Weather has been terrible here in Indiana.

Darren

 

[WiskyDan]

I have the exact same boat and use the 26lb box anchor on the bow and the 19lb box anchor on the stern and the combo works great in sand/mud.

i bought the original 19’ box anchor for the bow of my first boat (SX 230) which worked great but when I tried it with my 242-LS it got dragged around a bit due to the higher freeboard. I then bought the 26lb for the bow and kept the 19lb for the stern.

 

[Kernsy]

Your boat looks great in your avatar. Love that black and white. I am drawn to those powdercoated box anchors. I really like the green one. It weighs 21 lbs. Probably crazy to spend the extra $$ for powdercoating but I am drawn to it. I leaning on the 1/2 braided nylon line.

Thanks
Darren

 

[WiskyDan]

I almost bought the same powder coated green one but when it came time to check out I couldn’t justify the extra cost.

 

[1WetBoat]

I have both the small box anchor and a shore spike for my stern.

In calmer waters, I use the Spike Anchor with a bungee. I have started to use the Box Anchor just to try it out and it holds perfectly on the stern. I've tried it with both a bungee and a normal anchor line. Bungee is really good when the waves kick up due to boat traffic. I might switch out my fluke style for a box for the Bow. Just got to make sure it fits in the anchor locker.

I store both in the clean out tray are. I don't have a recent pic of the Box Anchor, but it is stored in front of the Spike.

 

[flyingnugget]

@1WetBoat

where did u get the mounting brackets? I have the same short spike

 

[WiskyDan]

I have both the small box anchor and a shore spike for my stern.

In calmer waters, I use the Spike Anchor with a bungee. I have started to use the Box Anchor just to try it out and it holds perfectly on the stern. I've tried it with both a bungee and a normal anchor line. Bungee is really good when the waves kick up due to boat traffic. I might switch out my fluke style for a box for the Bow. Just got to make sure it fits in the anchor locker.

I store both in the clean out tray are. I don't have a recent pic of the Box Anchor, but it is stored in front of the Spike.


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Looks like something you would use to repel boarders……..do you have pirate issues where you boat??

 

[1WetBoat]

@1WetBoat

where did u get the mounting brackets? I have the same short spike

I got them from Amazon, they are called "END OF ROAD Original Quick Fist Clamp"

I then used some SS bolts/nuts to attach them to the cleanout tray.