I have a similar set up and often run deep here in Lake Michigan. I haven't found a good reason to run the down rigger arm 90* out from the boat- I angle mine pretty close to the hull for easy connection (...your hook stick is legit though). Having it 90" out also made a noticeable impact on my boat lean/stability in bigger water. FWIW. Thanks for the video!
If you position the knob closest to you it’s easier to hold it with your palm while you loosen or tighten the brake. Your palm will keep the reel from spinning so you can loosen the brake completely and the reel will turn easily and without all that noise.
I worry about downriggers on kayaks. In the open...no big deal, if the cable /weight hits an obstruction you might be swimming. And....if you have electronics...you can see ball depth on the sonar.
Could you make a video on different seasons and what to use like if you were in summer and you could only pick about 3 lures to use or if your were in fall you can only use 3 lures but with all the seasons anyway great video
Hi Cal, thank you for sharing !!! I plan to use a downrigger in a (french) lake, around 130 ft deep, where arctic chars stand at early spring. Should I use you trout ans salmon rod, and which reel would be best for me ? (As I will need quite a long line). Thanks for your advices !
Amazing video. You're so coordinated! What with the other cameran switchign back and forth plus peddling! I'm just getting started with downriggers for a boat in lakes for trout and salmon. WHere is the lead core you spoke about? Thanks
Why are my scotty down rigger line releases not releasing when I've hooked a trout? I'm using scotty minis 8lb floro with a 4in or 6in dodger and 1 foot leaders to trolling flies, spoons and spinners.The rods are a 7 and 8ft medium power rods and one 7'6ft light power rod. I'm trolling at approximately 1.5 to 2mph I'm happy that I've caught them but would prefer to not drag a fish around not knowing I have hooked it so I can keep it alive in the live well. This is happening every time I catch a fish. Thanks in advance if you can answer this perplexing issue.
Don't put the line as far back into the clip....You're not going to get releases 100% of the time, but you should be able to dial it in pretty well by varying the depth of the line in the clip....
Well, couple things...I didn't have the tension screw loose enough....Also a little parafin (sp?) wax works wonders in terms of making it silent. It's a solid piece of gear...
Shout out from 2024. Love your videos, and hope to purchase some of your gear soon!
I love how you have your doggie friend on your boat with you. That's a nice setup there!
I have a similar set up and often run deep here in Lake Michigan. I haven't found a good reason to run the down rigger arm 90* out from the boat- I angle mine pretty close to the hull for easy connection (...your hook stick is legit though). Having it 90" out also made a noticeable impact on my boat lean/stability in bigger water. FWIW. Thanks for the video!
great video intro to downriging allways wanted to fish with one since im retirering and do a lot more fishing in the years to come thank you
If you position the knob closest to you it’s easier to hold it with your palm while you loosen or tighten the brake. Your palm will keep the reel from spinning so you can loosen the brake completely and the reel will turn easily and without all that noise.
Very informative video!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge sir!!
You bet
Great introductory video!!
Love the instruction!
Excellent video cleared up all my questions!
Awesome!!
Your the man i like the way you explained thank you sir
thanks you so much for your explanations
You bet!
Cal, thanks for making this vid!!!!!! You are the man!
I worry about downriggers on kayaks. In the open...no big deal, if the cable /weight hits an obstruction you might be swimming. And....if you have electronics...you can see ball depth on the sonar.
Great video I wish I knew this years ago
Could you make a video on different seasons and what to use like if you were in summer and you could only pick about 3 lures to use or if your were in fall you can only use 3 lures but with all the seasons anyway great video
I could imagine a huge fish on your downrigger might take you for a ride. Hang on! Lol
Good one👍
great video, one cheeky comment your old mate behind you looks like he needs a softer bed.
Ha
Amazing . Thank you for this video loved it what’s the best bait for coconit fishing
Is the Hobie Compass kayak capable of adding a rail and downrigger? I just started kayak fishing and things are tight.
And this is a helpful video.
I’m not sure about a rail but I’m sure you can figure out how to mount a downrigger
Hi Cal, thank you for sharing !!!
I plan to use a downrigger in a (french) lake, around 130 ft deep, where arctic chars stand at early spring. Should I use you trout ans salmon rod, and which reel would be best for me ? (As I will need quite a long line). Thanks for your advices !
Amazing video. You're so coordinated! What with the other cameran switchign back and forth plus peddling! I'm just getting started with downriggers for a boat in lakes for trout and salmon. WHere is the lead core you spoke about? Thanks
Thanks for watching
Bravo
Shuttle hawk makes life really easy on resetting the gear. I hated cranking the ball up
Yes great tool for kayaking!!!
Dude just rivet two pieces of thin aluminum on both sides of your weight make a longer tail for the weight, simple fix.
Good idea!
How did you tie the cable to the brad line on the downrigger mine buzzes also. Thanks good video 🐟on
Just replace the wire with Dacron braid.
Will do. Thanks
Why are my scotty down rigger line releases not releasing when I've hooked a trout? I'm using scotty minis 8lb floro with a 4in or 6in dodger and 1 foot leaders to trolling flies, spoons and spinners.The rods are a 7 and 8ft medium power rods and one 7'6ft light power rod. I'm trolling at approximately 1.5 to 2mph I'm happy that I've caught them but would prefer to not drag a fish around not knowing I have hooked it so I can keep it alive in the live well. This is happening every time I catch a fish. Thanks in advance if you can answer this perplexing issue.
Don't put the line as far back into the clip....You're not going to get releases 100% of the time, but you should be able to dial it in pretty well by varying the depth of the line in the clip....
@@FHSTackle Thanks I'll give it a shot.
Hi Cal can you use a down rigger with lead core?
It’s not really designed for that. Leadcore is good for fishing the top 25’ of the water column. Use the downrigger for deeper water.
is this downrigger normally this noisy ,or is this wear and tear from use... making me rethink it ....
Well, couple things...I didn't have the tension screw loose enough....Also a little parafin (sp?) wax works wonders in terms of making it silent. It's a solid piece of gear...
Don't fish off them surf boards on the great lakes.
Hahaha....You could if you stay near shore!
I've fished off a SUP board on lake huron lol