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Heard some folks talk about dragging logging chains to slow the boat down. How long is the chain you drag? How far out the back of the boat is it dragging? And do you connect it to one side on the back or rig it to where it hooks to both sides on the back of the boat?? Any advice is greatly appreciated.
There is a heck of a thread going on the Mississippi board rite now that covers all this, check it out.
Yes sir, will do
What's the name of the thread?
Found it, thank you.
I sometimes use a "winda sash weight." weights used inside the center, or side window mulls, of old wooden framed windows. These used to be tied to a rope and helped lift the heavy wood and glass window, while opening.
Also use a "coupon" weight. A circular 3" cutout of a 2" thick plate. Weld on a hillside washer, fat side down, and Wala! Like the Winda Weight better, it's long and has no sharp edges to catch the bottom.
.......Fish on, D. Lambert......
Bro Has a 20 Foot Aluminum Boat We tied a 20' Rope line to a 10 foot chain with a window weight ---Tied on the other side than the back fisherman,. Wind effects Tin boats more than Glass --- Used in 15 MPH down to 7 ---- Less than 6 it would hold as an anchor to Position the Boat to tie off on the Channel Edge
Sounds like you found your answer . Some drag chains , buckets , or bags on ropes to slow boats down in high wind for spider rigging .