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Author: | Leeper [ Fri Jul 09, 2021 11:24 am ] |
Post subject: | Anchor Trolley |
I recently switched from a 2019 Outback to the Mirage Lynx. I fish a lot of inshore areas in SWFL and was sold on the Lynx's lighter weight (had leg/foot surgery in April, lighter makes car-topping a lot easier solo). I was wondering if I could install the Hobie-brand anchor trolley, like I had on my Outback, on the Lynx. I know it's less durable and has no inside-hull access, but would screws damage the boat? If it is possible, what would be the best way to go about mounting one? The way I have the seat set and my kayak crate tied down in the sternwell both overhang the scupper holes, covering where I would stake out with a push pin. I avoid anchoring in super heavy current. Thanks in advance, -Todd |
Author: | mmiller [ Fri Jul 09, 2021 3:50 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
There is not Trolley kit for the Lynx at this time. Due to the type of construction, you can not drill to fasten hardware. There were limitations on molded-in inserts due to molding complexities. Possibly a DIY solution tieing into the bow and stern handles or a traditional anchor. We are still thinking about that one. |
Author: | Leeper [ Sun Jul 11, 2021 1:50 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
Matt, I had some ideas. How strong are the molded in gear tracks? Would a Yakattack GT Cleat installed in the track attached to an anchor hold safely? Or I'll move my crate up and stick a stakeout pole through the scupper holes. Could moderate current on the flats, pressing the pole against the sides of the scupper holes, damage the hull? |
Author: | Knotty [ Mon Jul 12, 2021 2:11 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
Couldn’t you make use of the inserts, fore and aft, that are for the Hobie H-Rail? Be sure to use the proper sized screws. |
Author: | mmiller [ Tue Jul 13, 2021 10:22 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
I would think the track is strong enough. |
Author: | Kovac50 [ Fri Jul 16, 2021 10:43 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
8:30 min lynx anchor trolley https://youtu.be/Lt4COtdPrW8 |
Author: | Second Skin [ Mon Jul 19, 2021 7:49 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
I haven’t felt the need to anchor in a couple of years. I just use the pedals to hold position to get a few casts to an area and if there’s no bite move on down the line, but I also don’t do bait and wait |
Author: | Knotty [ Fri Jul 23, 2021 8:18 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
Kovac50 wrote: Wonder why he used the rear insert and accessory track as his to attachment points. Front and react inserts would have made for a much longer and more practical anchor trolley in my opinion. |
Author: | [email protected] [ Tue Aug 03, 2021 8:49 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
I’ve always heard that it is a bad idea to use a stickpin pole through a scupper hole. When I bought my Lynx I asked about an anchor trolley. As I have not had a pedal boat before this, my dealer suggested that I might find using the pedals to hold position would work in lieu of using an anchor. |
Author: | wdkerber [ Thu Aug 12, 2021 8:43 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
I plan to try a stick-it pin with the lanyard looped over a ram ball in the forward sail mount port. I find that I only use my anchor trolley (on my other kayak) in the forward position because I always want my bow facing into the current. I think the sail mount will accomplish the same thing since it's on the centerline. It's also close enough to unhook easily. |
Author: | johnnybravo [ Fri Dec 17, 2021 2:15 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
https://www.hobie.com/forums/viewtopic. ... 46&t=69351 |
Author: | jimwoodmansee1946 [ Sun Mar 20, 2022 1:05 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
Has anyone used the YakAttack SwitchPad with MightyMount to install an anchor trolley? If so, what adhesive was used? |
Author: | lakinco [ Thu May 18, 2023 8:23 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Anchor Trolley |
I fish in a river with my kayak, and I think an anchor trolley is a must-have because, without this set-up, I would be constantly irritated with position movement and bad angles to cast. I am using the Yak-Gear AK1 Deluxe Anchor Trolley Kit, and I have had several exciting experiences with it. The current on the river doesn’t stop me from going fishing. I can even maneuver the bow of my kayak to turn into the current smoothly. |
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