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    Default Drift Socks


    I'm rather new to the site and I am looking into buying a couple drift socks. I generally spider rig with either minnows or jigs and wanted to know if the socks really help with boat control in the wind. Also, my trolling motor is a little strong for my boat so I was wondering if they could help slow me down. Any tips or advice is appreciated, thanks in advance.
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    Never leave home without them.
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    Default What size?

    What size and do you need two for an 18 foot aluminum boat?

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    Good tip feelay. Chodie1, I have a 16ft aluminum boat, so I'm not sure what size I need. PM me if you hinting that you have some for sale.
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    I have an 18' fiberglass boat and have two socks I use very often. They definately help improve boat control and have salvedged many a day fishing for me. I'd recommend buying one size larger than what is recommended for your boats length. Packaging has recommended size based on boat length.

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    Do a search on dragging chains. The search feature on here has TONS of answers and ideas!

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    The size of the drift sock depends on how bad you want to continue fishing on a windy day. I just ordered a 77" for my 16 foot aluminum boat from Cabela's so I can keep on keeping on.
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    To slow you down a 5 gallon bucket might work. To really apply the brakes use a sock. Just be sure to buy the weighted brand with floats installed for best deployment. Spend the extra money and get the harness for each sock. Dont ask me how I know, just get it.

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    Hey guys thanks for the advice, I appreciate it. I just ordered a couple from cabelas with the harness. Hope they help like ya'll say they do.
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    I have an 18' metal boat, I have 2 54" socks and some days I wish I had 2 more. Definitely spring for the bouy harnesses.
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