Sand Anchor for Lake Powell, etc.?

Doryman

How do you folks with experience at Lake Powell feel about two of these anchors, tied to the stern cleats? Uneccessary? Overkill? Inadequate? Perfect?

Thanks,
Warren

Flyer · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 3:35 pm Post subject:

We use two form stakes per corner and it has worked well. X marks the spot. we cross them. Cool

thataway · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 4:29 pm Post subject:

We used Danforth or Fortress anchors at Powell. There are places where we anchor that there is mostly rock--and thus pile rocks over the Danforth. We have not used these sand anchors, but I do have two Trailer Tie downs (these have a spiral blade about 6" diameter with a 24" shaft and screw into the sand--will hold a lot of load.)

We do not cross the anchor lines--the motors on the TC would chafe on the lines.

El and Bill · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 4:49 pm Post subject:

Unnecessary.

Discovery · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 4:53 pm Post subject:

Lori Ann,

We don't normally drop anchor in Lake Powell due to the nature of the bottom. Lots of rocks and cracks and it's a good way to loose your anchor. We've gathered lost anchors when the lake receded. The logic to secure anchoring is to choose a protected spot where you can nose in to a sandy shore and tie lines to rocks or bushes or stakes driven in to the ground. The sand anchor looks nice but expensive for what is required. Last year on the Lake Powell C-Brat trip, some of the boats did anchor out because they were worried about mice. We have never had that problem and choose to nose in. We've boated there for 30 years and can't remember ever having a mouse on board. For the most part, minimal anchoring is needed but there can be some big winds on occasion that require secure tying. We are sure looking forward to cruising with you next month. It is such a cool place.

JamesTXSD · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 5:10 pm Post subject:

jdower · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 5:44 pm Post subject:

The two times that I have spent on Lake Powell I have not encountered any "mice"; except on my laptop. And I agree on the anchoring, just find a sandy beach and pull in bow or stern first and use your anchor or find something that will hold to tie off on.

I have not tried beaching stern first, but I will probably do that this time since I may have our dog on board.

El and Bill · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 6:14 pm Post subject:

Ah -- the mice of Lake Powell? Myth, you say. Well, some folks don't believe in Kushtakas or Minehunes, either.

http://www.geocities.com/bill_fiero/lakepow.htm

Papillon · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 6:16 pm Post subject:

Like Jim (Wild Blue) I am an anchor buddy and sand spike fan...you can view their web site HERE!

El and Bill · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 6:19 pm Post subject:

And, when you visit Lake Powell, there is evidence (everywhere) of another creature. Fortunately, this one is from the past, or your visit to Powell might be abruptly terminated.

http://www.geocities.com/bill_fiero/powbird.htm

thataway · Posted: Sat Apr 07, 2007 10:01 pm Post subject:

With the CD 22 we always put out a bow anchor(we have never had it hang up), and put the stern on the beach--or just off the beach, with the two anchors (one on each side to keep the stern in the same place and allow us and the dogs to get onto the beach via our "pet step". Only once did we have enough wind to drag an anchor or have to move. We have spent about 30 nights at Lake Powell--far less than many other C brats--but have covered almost all of the lake. However, each year is different because the water level varies.

Not sure if we will get the TC 255 to Powell this year--but if so, we will have to experiment to see if we go bow or stern to the beach--and will take the pet step off the Armstrong bracket.

SeaSpray · Posted: Sun Apr 08, 2007 2:03 pm Post subject:

I have been to LP only about 4 or 5 times and only once with my C-Dory. Every time we have had at least one thunderstorm come through with 25 knots plus gusts. This is both in May and September. They usually don't last long but I don't want to worry about coming loose in the middle of the night.

I would like to tie to shore stern fist but would be concerned about damaging the trim tabs. So I have only anchored bow in with 2 stern anchors at 45 deg from the boat holding us to the shore.

With the C-Dory I took a boarding plank (8ft 2x6) but I could not find a good way to rig it to the bow for easy on-off. I am currently thinking about a rope ladder to be used from the bow rail. On some of the beaches the slope is steep enough that the bow is easy to get on-off.

I don't think you need any special anchors. Since you place the anchors on dry land you can be sure of the set. Most any anchor buried with a shovel will hold well.

Only 3 more weeks till leaving for LP!!

Steve

Sea Wolf · Posted: Sun Apr 08, 2007 2:58 pm Post subject:

Doryman · Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2007 11:18 am Post subject:

I just thought I would throw THIS into the discussion. Interesting, huh? Kind of overkill, though, IMHO.

Warren

Papillon · Posted: Thu Apr 12, 2007 2:49 pm Post subject:

Power Poles are is great numbers down here in the Everglades. Flats fishermen love it....it's quick and easy and gets the job done in a hurry....overpriced, well that I don't know about...no more then anyother boating equipment I have seen now I think about it.