Box Anchor size question...........
Looking at ordering a box anchor for a Donzi 35ZR for a second anchor, mostly for a lunch hook. Those who own one what size anchor do you recommend?
Box Anchor sizes: Small Box Anchor (collapsed) $129.95 19 lbs. 22.0" 8.5" 5.0" Large Box Anchor (collapsed) $159.95 25 lbs. 25.0" 9.5" 5.5" Thank you. |
Originally Posted by SDH
(Post 2522560)
Looking at ordering a box anchor for a Donzi 35ZR for a second anchor, mostly for a lunch hook. Those who own one what size anchor do you recommend?
Box Anchor sizes: Small Box Anchor (collapsed) $129.95 19 lbs. 22.0" 8.5" 5.0" Large Box Anchor (collapsed) $159.95 25 lbs. 25.0" 9.5" 5.5" Thank you. |
Originally Posted by LakeRacer
(Post 2522635)
Get the larger one for your size boat. You won't regret it at all.
SDH, I see that you live in Annapolis. I live in Edgewater. If you would like to stop by and see what the small anchor looks like, PM me and I'll forward my cell#. Hell, you can borrow it if you'd like.:):ernaehrung004::ernaehrung004: Craig |
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/s...hlight=anchors
I just went through this last week..thread above...I ended up getting a never used small box anchor from Matt, 99Fever27 on the board. It does a great job for my 43 Nortech as my stern anchor...I tried it last night before I put it on the trailer..I bet it would be a great bow anchor but would get the next size up "large". Good Luck. Jeff |
I use the small one even on my 36 Nor-Tech and it holds it well. With one on the bow and one on the stern two small would be fine.
|
I have had 12 boats rafted up on my ONE small box and it held fine. Amazing holding power in sand or mud.
|
Does the box anchor hang up on rocks or lake bottom trash easily? If they do how hard is it to get the anchor to release?
|
Originally Posted by satisfactionII
(Post 2522695)
Does the box anchor hang up on rocks or lake bottom trash easily? If they do how hard is it to get the anchor to release?
|
Yes the 'small' isn't really that small, and it works awesome. It's like the Ronco of anchors, set it and forget it!
It does bring up some mud/junk usually but really not any more than what comparable sized spade anchor will pull up. And for the holding power/ease of use it is worth it, just splash it a couple times or hold it low enough under the boat and idle along a little ways and it cleans right off. I'd like to get baby this year for a stern anchor. |
I use the large one on my 35'
It fits under the back seat no problem |
I too am considering getting a box anchor for my boat. There claim of being able to use half the amount of scope and no chain sounds good so your not swinging so wide in tight areas. How are they in weedy bottoms I have a Fortress FX-11 and wont hold for nothing in weeds. I do like the light weight of the Fortress though.
|
I have no experience with the small but the large works on all types of bottoms with my 33', never had one problem. It is a bit heavy though, I might go for the small next time based on some of the feedback here.
|
small... large one is overkill... had both
|
I have a never used large that i would sell. Pm me if intrested
|
I have a small one for my 30 Baja and it works great. My only complaint is that it won't fit in the anchor locker.
Jay |
Originally Posted by OldSchool
(Post 2522652)
I have to respectfully disagree with you. I have had the small anchors for my last boat (31 ft. 10K lbs) and my present one(38 ft. 12K lbs.). It works fine!!! It's also very easy to store in the bag that is included.
SDH, I see that you live in Annapolis. I live in Edgewater. If you would like to stop by and see what the small anchor looks like, PM me and I'll forward my cell#. Hell, you can borrow it if you'd like.:):ernaehrung004::ernaehrung004: Craig OK, looks like I'll have to get the small one. Maybe that's why my arms are so huge :evilb: |
Originally Posted by SDH
(Post 2522560)
Looking at ordering a box anchor for a Donzi 35ZR for a second anchor, mostly for a lunch hook. Those who own one what size anchor do you recommend?
Box Anchor sizes: Small Box Anchor (collapsed) $129.95 19 lbs. 22.0" 8.5" 5.0" Large Box Anchor (collapsed) $159.95 25 lbs. 25.0" 9.5" 5.5" Thank you. |
Originally Posted by Jassman
(Post 2522655)
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/s...hlight=anchors
I just went through this last week..thread above...I ended up getting a never used small box anchor from Matt, 99Fever27 on the board. It does a great job for my 43 Nortech as my stern anchor...I tried it last night before I put it on the trailer..I bet it would be a great bow anchor but would get the next size up "large". Good Luck. Jeff Glad the anchor worked out for you. Im glad it is being put to use for such a beatiful boat. If ever in Va. I will buy you a cold one. Cheers- Matt |
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 04:39 AM. |
Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.