Current Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 Hi All, Does anyone have any links to show what to use and how to install a double (bow and stern) anchor system for a stillwater setup? I have an old 12 foot aluminum that I use for fly fishing small lakes and am looking to set it up a bit better. Thanks for any links or recommendations. Cheers! C Quote
Dangus Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 I have the Scotty anchor locks on my spratley. They work great. You'd need to check the dimensions to ensure you could bolt them on your boat. I'm sure the bow cap is big enough, but no sure the back corners. I have run 20lb cannon balls, but have lost a few for various reasons. One my clip popped open not once but twice on the rocky bottom of POL (able to retrieve one cannon ball with my net), and one had the ring pull out of the lead In a super mucky lake in the EK. Two 15s is probably good, I just couldn't find them. Cannon balls are cheaper than "real" anchors. I think I paid $40 each at Canadian tire for the 20s. 2 Quote
Flyfisher Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 What Bron said 2 Scotty anchor locks. I use them on my 14' aluminum Lund with 2 15lb bell anchors. 1 Quote
BrianR Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 Sctty 3x..You can even get them in flush mount models..I hang 30lbs frt & bk of mine with no issues for 10 yrs. 1 Quote
fishinglibin Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 Sctty 3x..You can even get them in flush mount models..I hang 30lbs frt & bk of mine with no issues for 10 yrs. If you dont mind my asking, what size boat do you have to go with 30lb anchors. I like the flush mount idea, but have only used the original arm type. Quote
BrianR Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 Well i hate being blown off my spot & having my ropes long & away from the boat.So i use them on my 10' spratley & on a 17' flt btm tracker.Sometimes i'll have to use 3 anchor lifts.1ea. at the rear corner & a 30 at the bow. Quote
monger Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 Once the wind gets above 25km/hr a 15lb anchor is not going to hold Quote
Dangus Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 I think it depends in part on the lake bottom but it's better to have a little too much weight than not enough. Getting blown around really ruins the day Quote
fishinglibin Posted February 15, 2017 Posted February 15, 2017 I agree but heavy anchors can get quite stuck in muddy bottoms as well. Quote
BrianR Posted February 16, 2017 Posted February 16, 2017 Lead pryamid anchors d/rigger balls ,just run around on the bottom Quote
Current Posted February 16, 2017 Author Posted February 16, 2017 Thanks, guys. Is this the Scotty anchor lock you are suggesting? http://www.cabelas.ca/product/9028/scotty-anchor-lock Something like this should work! Quote
BrianR Posted February 16, 2017 Posted February 16, 2017 Thanks, guys. Is this the Scotty anchor lock you are suggesting? http://www.cabelas.ca/product/9028/scotty-anchor-lock Something like this should work! Yes that's what i use.You can choose to install that base,say on the inside,or outside.There is also a flush mt.Which is very good when your using a load my boat,loader,nothing to bump into,or hangup.You can also use those bases for rod holders,beverage etc. 1 Quote
professori Posted February 16, 2017 Posted February 16, 2017 I run 2 15lb pyramid anchors, front and back. I used to use cannon balls, but as tallieho1 said, pyramids hold, cannonballs don't. Once the wind gets above 25km/hr a 15lb anchor is not going to hold Who cares? If the wind is high enough to blow me off my anchors, it is high enough to make the fishing miserable. Get off the water and wait for the wind to die down. 1 Quote
Current Posted February 16, 2017 Author Posted February 16, 2017 Thanks a lot, guys. I think I'll pick up a couple of the Scottys. I have a couple of the rod holders and also the clamp-on attachments so I haven't had to drill holes. They'll probably work for the anchors too until I decide to permanently install them. Any tips/videos for installing these? Just get the drill out and go for it? Quote
Dangus Posted February 16, 2017 Posted February 16, 2017 I run 2 15lb pyramid anchors, front and back. I used to use cannon balls, but as tallieho1 said, pyramids hold, cannonballs don't. Who cares? If the wind is high enough to blow me off my anchors, it is high enough to make the fishing miserable. Get off the water and wait for the wind to die down. Prof, your bc lakes are showing. Haha we have to put up with a lot of *hit in alberta. 25km/h is a fishing day around these parts! Quote
Flyfisher Posted February 16, 2017 Posted February 16, 2017 Stay away from cannonballs they are useless anchors if windy. Quote
professori Posted February 16, 2017 Posted February 16, 2017 Prof, your bc lakes are showing. Haha we have to put up with a lot of *hit in alberta. 25km/h is a fishing day around these parts! Probably why all the folks from wild rose country sport those fur and feather nose and ear rings?? 2 Quote
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