DRIFT SOCK

[macojoe]

I have a perfect 10 with a dimple on the end with a lovely bunch of Conuts!! ;D

uh-oh I think I opened pandoras' box :o

Seriously, what would be the right diameter for a v20's drift sock. I am thinkin in terms of fluke fishin.

[macojoe]

well I had a guy that had a 60" I belive?? for boats from 20 feet.
They also have a Sea Anchor type that bost that you can controll how fast you drift by being able to open and close the opening from the boat!!
thats about $75
Here is a site that sell both not that it is the cheapest site but that it show pic and tells details how to use. When you get there scroll down to see details

http://www.walleyesinc.com/walleyein...ly%20%20winner

[chumbucket]

60"??????? That thing'll slow the QE2!!!!!!!
I have the Cabelas 22" and it works fine. A friend of mine has the weighted 29" model for a boat approximately the same size and weight.
The 29" will really slow the drift. But the weighted model opens just a bit easier than mine. I'm okay with the one I have, but if I were to do it over, I'd definately go with the weighted model. ;)

CB, WHY CA'NT YOU ADD YOUR OWN WEIGHTS?

MJ, I LIKE THE IDEA OF BEING ABLE TO ADJUST FOR THE DRIFT.

WHO ELSE????????

C'MON, DON'T HOLD BACK - GIVE IT UP!

I actually used a 68" pilot parachute I liberated from my shop (legally of course!). I like drifting reeaaalllyyy slow and it does a great job. However, it is a pure SOB when it comes to stowing it wet. I am now entertaining a 29" weighted model at BassPro. Comes with it's own storage bag!
My drift conditions usually center on the current. When the wind is up, however, it works great in keeping the bow pointed towards the seas. :D

[chumbucket]

I suppose you could add your own weights on one side and some floatation on the other. Theirs is sewn in.

Thanks for the input. :)

I think I am going to order the Cabelas brand-- Advanced Angler Pro Series Drift Sock. 38" diameter for $62.99. No sales tax and free shipping for me. They say it is enuff for a 24-27 foot boat, but I don't believe them.
I like to fish when it is rough, and I don't think you can have one too big. Also, while these things are not true sea anchors for safety, this will have to do if need be.
It is only 13 dollars more than the 29" diameter which is supposed to be for a 20 - 22 foot boat. It has weights and floats and a dump strap. I hear you should add a good snap swivel to eliminate twisting, even with the weights and floats.

[jaysea]

BEFORE you buy it stop buy an sea how big my sea sock is .that 62'' is very big.for a v20

Jaysea, the sock I am gonna get is 38", not 62".
It costs $62.99 .