Thanks kirk that makes perfect sence. I have added an anchor to the yak last year, i rigged it up origonaly to achor off the front of the boat,which faced the yak up river. Maybe this spring ill switch it to the back and try the lenght of chain.i suppose i could just achor off the back and fish as well...but theres plenty of ground (and smallies) to cover on the mighty niagra! Thanks guys!