A rope cleat (readily available from any hardware or marine store) can be fastened to the surface of your dock to provide a quick and easy way to secure the Restin' Ready during use. (Slide the Restin' Ready forward to engage the rope cleat; slide it backward to disengage.)

The Restin' Ready may be set up quickly on ocean, lake, or river bank simply by applying foot pressure to the ground-mount rings while gently rocking the unit from side to side.

On impervious surfaces where a rope cleat installation is impractical, place a small cooler (weighted with water from the surrounding habitat, bait, or other items) on the unit. The cooler may also be used to carry your catch home. This technique works well on ice, pier, or paved jetty.