Where is the anchor "area" on a Sea Ray 190?

[MrX]

I know it has anchor storage but it doesn't look especially huge. I ordered a 13lb anchor which I know is too big but coming from a center console I didn't think anything of it.

What do you attach the rope to? Because it seems to me the only choice is to tie the anchor to one of the cleats on the side(s), which is and looks really f'n janky. I keep looking for pics of 190s anchored but I can't find anything. Shouldn't there be an "area" where the rope is supposed to go off the front for the anchor?

Can anyone shine some light on this please?

 

[Carpediem44DB]

Use the pad eye that is used to pull the boat on to the trailer. It may seem like it is hard to reach from the deck or bow seating area. If so install a spring loaded carabiner to the bitter end of the rode and attach the rode at the slip before you depart. It is perfectly fine to use a forward deck cleat or use two along with a y harness. Alot depends on the water/wind condition you are anchoring in too.
If you are new to the boating thing, consider investing in a copy of Chapman's Piloting. It is the encyclopedia of boating and is full of useful information. It was my first purchase when I started boating and I have kept a copy on every boat I have ever owned for reference, and still do going on 30 years now.
Carpe Diem

 

[Little Ducky]

I had a 180 bowrider for years and just used one of the cleats upfront with the anchor stored in one of the storage area under the seats.

 

[MrX]

Yeah I don't think this is a big deal now that I think about it.

 

[wnydad]

We anchor our 205 sport using a bow cleat and works fine. Of course only in light conditions

 

[MrX]

We anchor our 205 sport using a bow cleat and works fine. Of course only in light conditions

It's fine, I didn't realize how close to the front the cleats are. But thanks! Wouldn't your bow lights illuminate your anchor cord a bit at night? And/or shouldn't a boater (not you, the other guy) be constantly checking conditions with a spotlight especially anywhere near other stationary vessels? I hear what you're saying but I don't think I'm not practicing due diligence by using an anchor regularly off the front at night. That said, I'm always down to learn new, safe techniques!

 

[scooper321]

It's fine, I didn't realize how close to the front the cleats are. But thanks! Wouldn't your bow lights illuminate your anchor cord a bit at night? And/or shouldn't a boater (not you, the other guy) be constantly checking conditions with a spotlight especially anywhere near other stationary vessels? I hear what you're saying but I don't think I'm not practicing due diligence by using an anchor regularly off the front at night. That said, I'm always down to learn new, safe techniques!

What bow lights? You mean the nav lights (red/green)? You don’t have them on at anchor.

 

[randmhall]

It's fine, I didn't realize how close to the front the cleats are. But thanks! Wouldn't your bow lights illuminate your anchor cord a bit at night? And/or shouldn't a boater (not you, the other guy) be constantly checking conditions with a spotlight especially anywhere near other stationary vessels? I hear what you're saying but I don't think I'm not practicing due diligence by using an anchor regularly off the front at night. That said, I'm always down to learn new, safe techniques!

By "light conditions" the post is referring to "a light breeze" (not sun light). When you tie the anchor to an off center cleat on a small boat, some boats act like a sailboat, and tack back and forth at anchor. Anchoring on a windy day, you need to use a bridle, or tie to the bow eye to prevent the swinging.

Congrats on your new boat.

 

[Carpediem44DB]

Sounds like you are interested in doing the boating thing the right way and as such I can't recommend strongly enough, researching where you can take a boating course put on by the Coast Guard Auxiliary. This was the first thing I did 30 years ago when we bought our first boat. It is well worth the time. I am not talking about the abbreviated course for the national boating safety card. I mean the full course. I think it was five weeks or so one night a week if I remember. I took a boating safety course recently to get my card and it was a joke. It is not meant as a comprehensive, how to use a boat course just covers the basic common sense safety rules. Forums are great resources but more comprehensive training canbe beneficial and a good time too.
Cheers

 

[MrX]

Sounds like you are interested in doing the boating thing the right way and as such I can't recommend strongly enough, researching where you can take a boating course put on by the Coast Guard Auxiliary. This was the first thing I did 30 years ago when we bought our first boat. It is well worth the time. I am not talking about the abbreviated course for the national boating safety card. I mean the full course. I think it was five weeks or so one night a week if I remember. I took a boating safety course recently to get my card and it was a joke. It is not meant as a comprehensive, how to use a boat course just covers the basic common sense safety rules. Forums are great resources but more comprehensive training canbe beneficial and a good time too.
Cheers

 

[MrX]

I’ve been boating for several decades, since I was 5. I’ve been driving boats since age 14. I know the rules of the water/boats. Though yes I would recommend all first time new boaters to take a course. People get out there with no clue what they’re doing with these brand new expensive boats…

 

[GypsmJim]

We have a 190. I'm into customizing and have been for 50 years.

The anchor is stored under one of the bowrider cushions. It fits fine. I installed a SS I-bolt and acorn nut into the side of the compartment, to tie off the bitter end. A few inches on each side of the bow light on the bow, I installed a a pair of SS cleats.

The anchor line is tied to the forward bow cleat, and then routed to the cleat. Runnimng straight off the bow is simply the best way to anchor because it minimizes swing.