So you’ve got your trolley installed and your itching to get out on the water. There’s just one more thing.  Where to tie the anchor on a kayak trolley system?

If you followed our post on How to Attach An Anchor to a Kayak then you’ve got a good head start.

Whether you decided to purchase a kayak trolley kit or went the DIY route the attachment is going to be relatively the same.

Where to tie the anchor on a kayak trolley system

In our DIY walk through we installed a trolley system with a heavy gauge split ring or small carabiner on the lower line of the trolley.  This is where to run the anchor on a kayak trolley system because you don’t want your anchor line crossing over the trolley line.

This will help prevent fraying, tangling and will help the trolley move more efficiently.  Keeping the ring closer to the water means the anchor will have a more natural line to water rather than pulling your top line over the bottom

Tied to the Boat not the Trolley System

Another method of attachment is to connect the anchor to the kayak itself.  The trolley will then help to run line where you need it.

This is nice because if you tie off to a cleat inside of your kayak you’ll be able to quick release efficiently if you’re fight big fish or need to get out of a hairy situation.

Here’s a good video that shows the Sidewinder from Yakattack, a line management system to aid in keeping your anchor line controlled.  It also shows the method for attachment inside of the kayak and demonstrates the quick release of the anchor line

The small ring that comes in trolley kits is where the anchor line will run through on it’s way out and in and also serves as the attachment point if you’re going to tie it straight to the system.

Another nice component if you’re attaching to the kayak itself is an anchor hoist.  These add a tremendous amount of convenience to letting out and bringing in your anchor.

Scotty Anchor Hoist and Lock

Keeping your line from running up and down the side of your kayak can really increase the life your anchor line and make adjustments on the fly really easy.

Well there you have it and know where to tie the anchor on a kayak trolley system.  Now when you’re in just the right spot for the fish, birds, or photos you can set up and stay there until you’re ready to roll.

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