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06/27/2020 01:41AM
One thing to remember, especially for new drift sockers is NEVER forget to attach a "trip line" to the narrow end of the sock. You do not want to ever try to retrieve the sock by pulling it in the same way it is deployed. Just as dangerous, if not more dangerous than trying to retrieve a stuck anchor in your canoe.
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06/28/2020 11:41AM
Take a look at the MinnKota MKA-26. It is perfect for canoes. It is light (Mine is 9 oz) as it does not have the weights and floats of other models which are completely unnecessary with drift socks this size (22"), and is light weight material but built well. It packs the size of a Nalgene bottle and works great. It really slows you down to a crawl. Just be sure to fasten it to the end of the canoe, not in the middle. If you are casting along a bank, moving forward is best, so tie it on back. If vertical jigging, I find it best to move backwards, so tie it to the front. Sideways works great for larger boats and socks but really isn't the safest or most effective in a canoe imho. You WILL catch more fish, especially walleye.
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07/06/2020 10:38AM
Now I feel stupid, I’ve always retrieved the drift sock with the same rope I put it out. It makes total sense to retrieve it with a rope on the narrow end. Wow, a revelation. Thanks for that. That being said, our rule is never go canoe fishing without a driftsock.
07/06/2020 10:38AM
Now I feel stupid, I’ve always retrieved the drift sock with the same rope I put it out. It makes total sense to retrieve it with a rope on the narrow end. Wow, a revelation. Thanks for that. That being said, our rule is never go canoe fishing without a driftsock.
07/08/2020 09:42AM
coloradomike: "I have one made by Lindy, but it is a bit bulky and heavy. I am considering making one from an old tent. Has anyone ever seen pa pattern for sewing one?"
I don't have a pattern but can attest that a homemade drift sock can be lightweight, packs easy, and works very well. I sewed it out of an old rainfly and some plastic from an old piece of landscape edging to form the opening. It doesn't always get used but it always comes along on trips.
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