The depth of the water also matters if you are going to use a drag chain tied on to a dog leash. If the leash isn't long enough, you will just be suspending the chain and still drift with the current.
On Tuesday, August 20, 2013 7:06:54 PM UTC-4, dubblehaul wrote:
-- If you are going to be in deeper water, you may want to use 550 cord in sufficient length, or move to a shallower spot.
I tried using my drag chain/dog leash setup while paddling out above Fletcher's - in the middle of the river, I wasn't dragging the chain. I moved closer to the banks and then I was fine.
On Tuesday, August 20, 2013 7:06:54 PM UTC-4, dubblehaul wrote:
I will add that I don't use one in fast water. The can be quite dangerous or just a pain to use. A quick release is recommended, or a bladed escape tool at the ready.I wrapped chain with black duct tape. Put a small zip-tie on one end for a loop, then clip my retractable dog leash system to it.--It's just a heavy something on a rope that slows down your movement as it drags across the bottom. Most folks use 1-2 pounds of chain or a window sash weight. Some folks rig them up with dog leash retractors so you can pull up the drag anchor quickly. Another technique is the drift sock, which is an underwater umbrella that slows down your drift.From: Art Friedlander <just...@yahoo.com>
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I had never fished with a drag anchor prior to a new kayak purchase a few months ago. It's an absolute game changer for fishing in current. The ability to maintain a constant orientation in most wind conditions and the ability to slow-crawl downstream allows me cover the water like never before. Between that and a stand-up kayak, it's an entirely different experience.--
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