[Dyllan]

Looking for advice on the absolute best low drag down rigger weight for my down riggers. Currently I have a 10lb Ball wight,,,, was wondering if they make something that is of the same weight but much less drag?

 

[Reel Draggin Tackle]

Dyllan; We use 12 and 13# cannon balls for all kinds of slow to medium trolling speeds. We stay away from the pancake weights because we have found that they have a tendency to kite off to one side or the other when we turn or encounter a strong current. If you are looking to get deeper at faster speeds, you will need to either use a Z-Wing or large planer. They will get you deep but you will have to be mindful of the stress they put on your downrigger gear.

 

[cbdaddy]

Z wing! No doubt check at ALLTACKLE in OC. LOve mine, no more gel coat repairs....

 

[torquetowers]

Yeah the z a good but you need to have a mean electric downrigger or bring the boat to a
near hault.

I like old saltys, I pull them at 3 knots for BFT and 7 knots for yahoo. When you want to retrieve it just trip it.