D.I.Y. Auger Anchor

[GiddYupJoe]

Sorry to hear it snapped. I will pay more attention to it next time to ensure I don't loose one!

 

[cozilla]

@GiddYupJoe no worries. I think it was because we were still moving the boat around at the sandbar and that probably caused it. But putting the rope low on the anchor is definitely the way to go.

 

[tdonoughue]

So while cruising Lowes this weekend, I found this:

http://www.lowes.com/pd_538414-16418-103174___?productId=50289665&pl=1&Ntt=shed+anchor

For $8, I think it could make a good solution. It fits in the anchor locker, but is long enough that I should be able to screw it in (with a screwdriver, I figure) and have it stick up enough that it is not a tripping hazard.

 

[greg]

I just finish up making a couple of these. I used 2" PVC to avoid any flex. Made them 4 foot long with 1 foot removable handles for easy storage. I use 2 stainless 3/8 Eye bolts on each to have 2 points to attach to boat. I am using dock line attached to a D link carabiner for boat line. Store them in front bow seat no problem. All stainless bolts and nylon nuts and coated all bolts with PVC glue just to make sure nothing comes loose after grinding bolts flush with nut. Ordered the augers from online like listed earlier.