I don't really mind it drifting the way it does, just surprised me when I first got it. I'll try turning the motor to see what happens.
We call em Water Anchor. EVERY boat should have one. Will keep a boat from sinking when said boat breaks down and wind is ripping. Will keep the front of the boat towards the white capping and not swamp the boat.
There you have it. Everyone has viable, value in different situations depending on the angle you want your boat to be in. Drifting from port or starboard side also changes boat push. Learn how your boat reacts and you can drift parallel to shore. Even in angled winds. ( hence master angler - lol )
She sits front. I sit rear. 22 foot on thunderbird likes to drift sideways kinda stern first. I raise or lower the motor tilt to adjust. Motor half in the water gives some drag so the bow goes first. Like a sailboat cross wind.
Very nice y’all! The replies are much appreciated. I’m getting some really good tips here.
It sounds like I need to practice and learn some new skills in order to deal with the wind. Learn to harness and re-use the energy of my enemy I suppose.
Still though… hard to beat those calm, glass water sunsets/rises, when it comes to pure enjoyment on a small boat.
I can definitely see how the fishing would still be good regardless of the wind. It’s just the issue of learning how to deal with the frustrating wind…
I have noticed with fishing, that generally whatever makes the human less comfortable, the fish actually enjoy. Rain, wind, snags, storms, etc.
It sounds like I need to practice and learn some new skills in order to deal with the wind. Learn to harness and re-use the energy of my enemy I suppose.
Still though… hard to beat those calm, glass water sunsets/rises, when it comes to pure enjoyment on a small boat.
I can definitely see how the fishing would still be good regardless of the wind. It’s just the issue of learning how to deal with the frustrating wind…
I have noticed with fishing, that generally whatever makes the human less comfortable, the fish actually enjoy. Rain, wind, snags, storms, etc.
Always keep in mind though that without the wind across our lakes, y'all would be an even bigger star attraction at the mosquito buffet
Drift anchors are cheap to try:
If you're not fishing too deep, you can use a shallow water anchor pole or pin. They usually run $50 to $150, depending on length and quality.
Or you can DIY on a budget:
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If all else fails, you can always drop two standard anchors and drop them bow & stern.
If you're not fishing too deep, you can use a shallow water anchor pole or pin. They usually run $50 to $150, depending on length and quality.
Or you can DIY on a budget:
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If all else fails, you can always drop two standard anchors and drop them bow & stern.
What I do is long anchor rope w/about 5-6 ft chain off bow 3-4 times at least depth of water. Constant wind ,one anchor off back going upwind .variable wind ,two anchors off back. NOT mushroom anchors unless it's for temporary anchor. Biggest mistake most folks make when anchoring is not enough rope. Drag/storm anchors are great . a large enough one can almost stop any wind drift won't do much for current. Old drift boats in rivers would use a heavy chain I'm told. The type of anchor you use makes a real difference. And the chain does also even on one of those plastic coated mostly useless weights nearly everyone uses now days because they are cleaner.
