This 33' sea anchor is great for use while drift fishing as it slows down, controls and stabilises your kayak. having to constantly paddle back to your fishing spot after being blown off course will become a thing of the past.. How to anchor your kayak when fishing using a running rig published on july 20, 2012 by paddle guy in articles , kayak fishing , product reviews , tips & advice after choosing your fishing kayak you will need to select key accessories to get started… high up this list should be an anchoring system.. Genuine stephen tapp design drift chute/drogue/sea anchor made from durable canvas - made to last! the large float on the end prevents the drift chute from sinking down too far and makes it much easier to retrieve..
A sea anchor is a sea anchor is a sea anchor, well not in my book and even less so for the kayak fisher, there are a couple of things that different for the kayak that doesn’t translate so well from the normal boating world.. Types of anchors and scope: many people will use anything heavy to serve as a kayak anchor, only to have it scoot across the bottom in adverse conditions. this can be dangerous, not to mention the damage it does to the bottom. the most common anchor used in the kayak fishing community is either a 1.5 lb or 3.0 lb folding anchor.. Performance wise i like sea anchors constructed out of heavier/stiffer fabric so they hold their shape better in the water. i also prefer a sliding attachment on the bridle that allows the kayak to swing from side to side without upsetting the sea anchors shape too much..
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