Need An anchor.

sahlerskip@gmail.com · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 12:19 am Post subject: Need An anchor.

New to me 22 cruiser. What type of anchor works around Seattle/ NW waters? Thanks for any and all help. First boat and much to learn, Skip Sahler

bridma · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 1:57 am Post subject:

No need to look any further than a 15lb Manson Supreme.

Martin.

hardee · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 3:56 am Post subject:

Or a Rocna 13# if the Manson does not fit your bow roller system. I had a Delta for several years but just couldn't get around the facts of physics (plow vs spade) so switched to the Rocna. (I actually tried the Manson first, but it didn't agree with my launcher/bow roller as well as the Rocna.

No holding issues with either one, If sized properly and a sufficient amount of chain.

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

Boat came to me with 70+ feet of chain and this anchor

Pandion · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 8:00 am Post subject:

After some research, I bought a 17-pound Mantus anchor to replace a 14-pound Lewmar Delta plow. Even with 70 feet of chain, I have had difficulty setting the Delta in a couple of situations. It really doesn't like seaweed.

I have used the Mantus about a half-dozen times, and it has set instantly each time. You might want to watch these videos. Mantus has life-size anchor templates on its website, which you can print out to check for fit on your bow roller.

I bought mine directly from Mantus. Asked for, and received, the several months-old Seattle Boat Show discount.

Chester · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 5:31 pm Post subject:

I got tired of looking through the rollbar on my Rocna and replaced it with a Manson Boss.
Rocna makes a Vulcan model which doesn't have the roll bar. West Marine has the Scoop model as well.
The Bruce pattern is popular but the new generation anchors are better.

anchorout · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 5:49 pm Post subject: delta

While my Delta anchor works flawlessly in the local Louisiana mud, I have had repeated problems hooking up in Florida grass bottoms. I just ordered a Mantus from West Marine. They had the best price and free shipping. BELIEVE IT OR NOT.

chimoii · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 8:08 pm Post subject:

Just replaced the 15lb claw that came with our new Ranger Tug with a ROCNA 10. The claw worked great on the Venture 23 but that was a chrome plated one and it was sharper than the standard galvanized so seemed to set faster. I was also concerned about the boat displacement of the tug. Take a look at http://newcontent.westmarine.com/content/documents/pdfs/WestAdvisor/2006-Anchor-Tests.pdf before you decide. The new design anchors are definitely better.

hardee · Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2017 8:42 pm Post subject:

It is basic physics, spade vs plow. Compressed substrate vs lifted and separated substrate.

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

thataway · Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2017 12:03 am Post subject:

One point to notice is at the end of the "West Marine" test article--is that the wise sailor has 3 different type of anchors...For our cruising boats that was a plow, a Danforth HT and a fisherman.

Don't have a fisherman for the C Dory, but carry several #7 Fortress, and one #11 Fortress--the 10# Boss, and a Delta Fast set on the c Dory.

It is puzzling that the Wast Performance anchor did not do well. I tend to agree with the authors, that the West Marine did not have as sharp flukes as the Fortress--and the original Danforth--which it was copied from.

The "hooker" and Danforth type--are never as good performers as the sharp edged, "T" spine on the fluke High Tensel Danforth. The Ronca. Manson Supreme,Mantas are all good anchors and will do well.

Ordutch1975 · Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2017 2:01 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the info just switched my order from delta to Mantus with sportcraft. What is the benefit to stainless vs galvanized other than being prettier ?

hardee · Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2017 11:00 pm Post subject:

The advantage of stainless goes to the dealer and manufacturer. $$$$. And you can see it in the water (maybe) a little better.

Also, when you are at the dock,, bow in, folks will see it easier and not bump their heads on it Wink

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

sahlerskip@gmail.com · Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2017 1:10 am Post subject:

Thanks for all the great input. Now I will have at least two different anchors on board. I'll need to figure out how to deploy each of them quickly. Again thanks for your help, Skip Sahler

sahlerskip@gmail.com · Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2017 1:10 am Post subject:

Thanks for all the great input. Now I will have at least two different anchors on board. I'll need to figure out how to deploy each of them quickly. Again thanks for your help, Skip Sahler

Ordutch1975 · Posted: Thu Aug 31, 2017 7:11 pm Post subject:

Hi guys,

Well my dealer could not get the Mantus anchors from regular suppliers. Not really a big deal. I did speak with Mantus and we chatted a bit and they said they would love to setup a PNW dealership. If anyone knows of anyone or wants to do this here is the email of the guy to talk to:

Phillip@mantusmarine.com his name is Philip Knutsen.

There are no real stocking dealers in the PNW so it might be an opportunity for someone in the biz.

Anyways throwing it out there,
Harald

Pandion · Posted: Thu Aug 31, 2017 8:26 pm Post subject:

I bought mine directly from Mantus, about six months ago. Westmarine sells 'em too, but probably doesn't have 'em in stock.