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Down rigging set up for a newbie
Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 9:03 am
by MarkM
I just bought a new to me boat and would like to fish for lakers. I have very little knowledge on downriggers and how to set up etc.
Can anyone tell me what I need to get started and share some pointers pls. I will likely just go with a manual downrigger for now perhaps even look for one used..
Also any lures or spoons preferred?
Any info is greatly appreciated.
Re: Down rigging set up for a newbie
Posted: Tue Jun 06, 2017 11:27 am
by OntarioRider
I have had really good luck with a jointed rapala minnow.
My setup is about 20' of flouro leader tied to my mainline and the rapala tied to the end of the leader.
I am sure the veterans will kick in with better techniques and setups, but last year was a good year for me.
Good luck.
Re: Down rigging set up for a newbie
Posted: Wed Jun 07, 2017 6:47 am
by annasmith
You are lucky person

Re: Down rigging set up for a newbie
Posted: Thu Jun 08, 2017 11:21 pm
by iammunro94
OntarioRider wrote:I have had really good luck with a jointed rapala minnow.
My setup is about 20' of flouro leader tied to my mainline and the rapala tied to the end of the leader.
I am sure the veterans will kick in with better techniques and setups, but last year was a good year for me.
Good luck.
Wow! You are truly a lucky person. I am also a newbie to everything hope I can learn a more here!