Mushroom anchor off of the stern?

[Grainraiser]

I don't have spotlock and use a 20lb anchor. I don't use it often but a man has to do what he has to do. Like stated you need to let out double the amount of depth. Depending on win direction I sometimes have to fish from the back of the boat.

[Chuck Adams]

I have spot lot but still carry a Stick It Pole on the boat. It comes with rope for putting around a cleat and then pole goes thru the loop made into rope.
It is only 10 ft long so it limits the depth you can use it in.
Years ago I put battery charging clamps on a rope. Instead of tying off to a tree or stick up just clamp onto the limb.
Worked good for me way back then.


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[catchNgrease]

seen those just haven't made my mind on buying one. if i start using more I probably will.

what type of anchor do you use with your anchor mate?

Had a 20 and hung it up. I use a 10# mushroom and it holds fine.

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[Hanr3]

Prior to spot lock I used 2 #20 Navy Anchors. The longer the line, the better boat control, plus you can move if you place your anchors correctly. Now that I have spotlock, I still use 1 #20 Navy Anchor when the grandkids swim off teh boat. Anchors are to be set off both ends of the boat on teh upwind side. Plan it so the wind blows the boat to your spot and it will hold it there. Th is method is extremely effective. I have a buddy who Crappie Guides using a 24' pontoon boat. He double anchors all teh time. Holds his toon perfect.

[DockShootinJack]

Prior to spot lock I used 2 #20 Navy Anchors. The longer the line, the better boat control, plus you can move if you place your anchors correctly. Now that I have spotlock, I still use 1 #20 Navy Anchor when the grandkids swim off teh boat. Anchors are to be set off both ends of the boat on teh upwind side. Plan it so the wind blows the boat to your spot and it will hold it there. Th is method is extremely effective. I have a buddy who Crappie Guides using a 24' pontoon boat. He double anchors all teh time. Holds his toon perfect.

That is how I used to do it as well. By adjusting the ropes you can position the boat pretty well.

[Opie1]

Crab claw anchor in black which I think is a 22lb anchor. I also have a red which is lighter, maybe 18 lbs. Great anchors.

[Foxy Jig]

have never anchored to fish a dock..use the trolling motor to get and keep you in position (foot control helps)

[Soonerdg65]

As said above, trying to use an anchor as you described can be a real pain in the rear. I know you said you don't have spot lock but do you have a trolling motor. If so, just get proficient at boat control with your TM. You can hold yourself on a spot pretty well. The only issue is drifting while putting fish in the live well. if you're in a bit of wind you can set the "constant on" on your TM and hold directly into the wind.

[Kevin22]

have never anchored to fish a dock..use the trolling motor to get and keep you in position (foot control helps)

You should try it on a dock you know holds fish. Sneak in with the trolling motor and drop an anchor. You might be surprised how many more fish you catch. Trolling motors can spook fish for 50 yards some days. You might find they come off the dock and are easier to catch, instead of them getting spooked and hugging the poles/brush. Sometimes it works good, sometimes it doesnt matter.

[Lund]

I figured using an anchor probably is more hassle than just dealing with trolling motor drift. I got a 10' pin too just got to find the fish ha! Thanks everyone!