I'm testing an alternative anchoring system that costs way less than a Power-Pole. It's called the Stick It Anchor Pin (stickitanchorpins.com) and so far I'm impressed. It's a resin composite shaft with a T-handle and lanyard system. Worked great in grass and sand on Saturday off the docks around Lanark. Haven't tried it yet on shell/oyster bottom, but a guide in Crystal River uses his all the time (in combo with his P-P). It flexes under a strain and comes out mostly clean due to the smooth finish. I got the 8-foot model, but they sell shorter versions for smaller boats and kayaks. It fits in my gunnel rod rack when not in use. The inventor is a professional guide in SW Florida. Good guy, too.
Bird Dog, I know you redfish pros love the P-P. I've fished with them many times, so I know the benefits. But I just can't bring myself to put that stinger on the back of my pretty boat.
I'll still stake out with the push pole whenever possible. But on those occasions when it won't stick, I'll be using the pin instead.
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