Danforth Anchor on Bowsprit Roller of CP16 MII

[Tandl2]

Does anyone keep a Danforth anchor on the bowsprit roller of CP16 MII, and if so, how do you do it?  If I let the fluke hang bellow the roller (which I have seen on other boats), it seems to be right on top of the bobstay which seems to be a bad idea.  No other orientation seems to make much sense.  Would be curious how you keep it in place, too.

Thanks,
Thomas

[JBC]

I used bungees to secure fluke but didn't really like that solution. Couldn't figure out anything else hardware-wise, so I just keep anchor handy in cabin or under lid at the stern, and throw from there if needed. Not an optimum way to anchor, but keeps me in the cockpit!

Forgot to mention. I tried running rope through roller, but found that awkward too. So, I just throw it from cockpit and tie off at base of mast. Not great but works. But should point out, I'm a daysailer only these days, and only anchor for a picnic!

Jett

[Mas]

Does anyone keep a Danforth anchor on the bowsprit roller of CP16 MII, and if so, how do you do it?  If I let the fluke hang bellow the roller (which I have seen on other boats), it seems to be right on top of the bobstay which seems to be a bad idea.  No other orientation seems to make much sense.  Would be curious how you keep it in place, too.

Thanks,
Thomas

Hey Thomas, here's a pic of our Mk2 with the Danforth on the roller. It fit but just so. Maybe the size of yours is different but this works well for us.

[Tandl2]

Thanks for the ideas.  It was hanging on the inside of the pulpit when I bought it last year, and the jib was catching on it all the time.  I'm trying to keep the cabin as clear of stuff as possible.

Picture is worth a thousand words!  Yes, your anchor is a slightly different design.  But the 45 angle might work.  I'll fiddle with it. 

Your boat is beautiful!  Wish I didn't have anti-fouling paint on mine.


Thanks,
Thomas

[Brian Driscoll]

 Hello.... In response to your anchor question. I have a 1991 CP 16/3. It has a bows print with a roller. I WA in Florida in January xand had the opportunity to visit with Gerry at the Com-Pacific facility in Clearwater. On the subject of anchors, he recommended the Bruce style 11 lb. anchor for the CP16 with bow roller. Purchased one in Key West. It fits my boat just fine. Will need some gorilla tape or plastic dip on the shafts so it does'that tear up the roller. Lewmar  brand is sold through Defender Marine and West Marine.  There are other anchors of the Bruce style sold through other suppliers also, many under other brand names. Hope this info was helpful......... Brian Driscoll

[Brian Driscoll]

My phone has a mind of its own ...... Spelling and grammar errors are courtesy of my Samsung cell phone. Better proofreading before hitting the send button is in order.  Brian Driscoll

[Mas]

Thanks for the ideas.  It was hanging on the inside of the pulpit when I bought it last year, and the jib was catching on it all the time.  I'm trying to keep the cabin as clear of stuff as possible.

Picture is worth a thousand words!  Yes, your anchor is a slightly different design.  But the 45 angle might work.  I'll fiddle with it. 

Your boat is beautiful!  Wish I didn't have anti-fouling paint on mine.


Thanks,
Thomas

Thanks for the compliment Thomas. We were very fortunate to find our little 16 so close by and essentially in a time capsule. She was only lightly used in fresh water by the original owner from 1987 and kept in his garage in between trips for a few years then she simply sat in his garage unused for almost 20 years till we adopted her. She's getting used now!

I'm sure you will get the anchor squared away and have many years of fun with your boat. She is our second 16, as we sold our first one almost 30 years ago when we first gave up sailing for a good while. We wont make that mistake again. and plan to keep this one forever. Enjoy!

[moc4]

I saw this idea, uses pvc pipes attached to bowsprit posts using metal straps.  Anyone see potential issues with this?

[MHardy]

My 16/1 has a bowsprit as a later addition, along with a cowl vent on the deck. The anchor stays on the bowsprit roller and the plastic covered section of the rode wraps once around the vent, which holds the anchor secure. The rest of the rode goes down the vent into a 5 gallon bucket in the cabin.