Which type of anchor??

[T_Herrod]

Normally i fish in lakes and very small rivers. I have a 12 lb river anchor that does a pretty good job at holding my 17' v-hull boat in place. This year i plan to fish the "Mighty Mississippi" river. I have never been on a big river before and was wondering what type and weight anchor i should get. Thanks in advance for all your input.

 

[MarkSee]

Re: Which type of anchor??

Kind of depends on what the bottom is like where you plan on fishing so you may need to do some investigation but here's just a few links where you can learn the basics:

Buyers Guide to Anchors and Accessories at FirstChoiceMarine

The West Advisor: Selecting the Right Anchor

Types of Anchors and bottom types that they are best suited.

Mark

 

[glenn property of pam]

Re: Which type of anchor??

lenth of the anchor rope also has a lot to do with how they hold

 

[JASinIL2006]

Re: Which type of anchor??

I use a Navy anchor in the Mississippi and it holds well. (It also does well at the lake we visit in Canada that has a rocky bottom.) For recreational use, it's fine. I think mine is a 24 pound anchor with about 15 feet of heavy chain attached to it.

 

[OllieC]

Re: Which type of anchor??

I use a Digger Anchor (15lb) for my 22' Sea Ray. Holds well both in the Mississippi and Lake Superior. When stuck, move forward and pull up. The flukes disengage and up she comes. I recommend a chain, even though they say you don't need one.