Single-Handed Anchoring Using a Bow Mounted Trolling Motor
I would like to know if this is a valid option to use a bow mounted
electric trolling motor to assist in anchoring single-handedly.I think I can lower the anchor single-handedly by simply letting the
boat to drift while releasing anchor rope until the anchor set
properly. But I have a feeling that I need some help when I need to
raise the anchor single-handedly. I am wondering if a bow mounted
trolling motor may help me to position the boat at the correct angle
in order to pull the anchor loose. Then all the boat-positioning and
anchor-pulling will be performed right at the bow, instead of going
back and fro between the bow and the helm. If this really helps, I
can add this as one of the justification to purchase a bow mounted
electric trolling motor (in addition to use it for fishing and for
backup). I appreciate if someone can share his experience in using a bow-
mounted trolling motor to assist in anchoring. Thanks in advance. Jay Chan |
jaykchan
Mar 16
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| I never form attachments to my anchors because the ties that bind us
usually have to be parted. |
Harry
Mar 17
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| Don't think so, I love that anchor. http://tinyurl.com/yo3hpz |
Wayne.B
Mar 17
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| Depends on the wind, the current, and how each impact your boat when it
is anchored. On a small boat, without too much current, sure. I've seen
it done in ICW channels and I'm sure some lake boaters do it, too. |
Harry
Mar 16
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| On 16 Mar 2007 13:00:51 -0700, jaykchan@hotmail.com penned the |
Gene
Mar 16
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| Frankly, the trolling motor will probably be a lot easier to justify
than the boat itself. But for anchoring?.... that'd be kinda weak.
Seems to me there could be a better arguement that it'd just get in
the way. I'm assuming we're talking about a bass boat here. Not a sailboat or
power cruiser. A trolling motor would look a bit silly on one of
those. Anyhow, I vote you just go get the trolling motor if you'd like one.
Nobody... especially your wife.... is gonna go for the anchoring
thing. Rick <----- haven't had to justify boat stuff since the divorce 20
years ago. |
PhantMan
Mar 16
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| Hey, that's Harry's trick ! Wish it would work with my 120 lb anchor and chain. |
Wayne.B
Mar 16
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| Here's another... http://www.ironwoodpacific.com/products/anchoring_mooring/anchorlift.htm and some advise on usage... http://www.nwfish.com/Sturgeon/anchoring_and_boat_handling.htm |
-rick-
Mar 16
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| Just use a 55 gallon drum for the float! CWM |
Charlie
Mar 17
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| Get a smaller anchor, and use less chain. |
Harry
Mar 17
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| >mounted trolling motor to assist in anchoring. Works fine - do it all the time. Unless you need to unstick the anchor in which case you need to
manuever with your main engine. |
Short
Mar 16
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