Yeah I know all about drifting, especially in the ocean bays, where it is better to drift, plus it's very dangerous to anchor where boats drive by. In lakes, especially in the afternoon when the winds come up, I want to do what the boaters do. Anchor above a hole or place where the fish are, within casting distance and cast with the wind. I don't want to carry a heavy anchor down to the lake with all my crap, but I wouldn't mind trying one of those fold-out 3 lb ones...if they will dig in. Seems like the more rope you let out, the better it grabs and holds...