Finding the best downriggers for trolling suitable for your needs isnt easy. With hundreds of choices can distract you. Knowing whats bad and whats good can be something of a minefield. In this article, weve done the hard work for you.
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1. Scotty #371 Downrigger Weight Snubber with Trolling Snap
Feature
Trolling snubber with sampo trolling snap onlySimply connect your downrigger terminal end directly to the snubber top loop
Scotty no. 371
Description
Scotty #371 Downrigger Weight Snubber with Trolling Snap is placed between your downrigger terminal end and your weight. The Scotty Trolling Snubber absorbs shock, provides electrical insulation and helps prevent snags. Rolling Snubber with Sampo trolling snap only.
Scotty manufactures products that are sold into the fishing, marine, and outdoor industries worldwide. We have all the gear from Pot Pullers, manual and electric Downriggers, Rod Holders, Oar Locks, Fishfinder, Rod, and Float Tube Mounts, to Safety Equipment for your boat, kayak, and stand up paddle board. When it comes to on the water safety, Scotty has got you covered! Scotty safety equipment ranges from rescue throw bags, whistles, flashlights, and sea-lights.
We have total commitment to quality, and unmatched service. That means our customers everywhere can expect reliability and satisfaction from every product that carries the Scotty name. With Scotty you will find the right Downrigger, Mounting System and Accessories to suit your fishing, boating, canoe, kayaking and stand up paddle board needs.
2. 5001770 Cannon Uni-Troll 10 STX Manual Downrigger
Feature
Pull your lines back in with less cranking effort and One-Hand Clutch Deploy for simple precise bait positioningBuilt with a 2:1 retrieval speed and a low-profile swivel base
Heavy-duty telescopic boom that extends from 24" to 53"
Ergonomic crank handle
Fast, effortless 2:1 retrieval speed
One-Hand Clutch Deploy for simple, precise bait positioning and controlled weight descent
Low-profile swivel base
Plastic Spool
Heavy-duty telescopic boom extends 24" to 53"
Description
The Cannon Uni-Troll 10 STX manual downrigger lets you take command of controlled depth fishing. Equip your boat with a Cannon Uni-Troll 10 STX downrigger and take advantage of an innovative design that lets you pull your lines back in with less cranking effort and One-Hand Clutch Deploy for simple precise bait positioning. Built with a 2:1 retrieval speed, a low-profile swivel base and a heavy-duty telescopic boom that extends from 24" to 53".3. Cannon Magnum 5 ST Downrigger (Black)
Feature
Electric Operation24 inch stainless boom
Three-digit depth counter
Pre-spooled with 250' of 150-lb test stainless steel cable
Includes rod holder
Powerful and fast Magnum 5 Downrigger boasts an industry leading 250-feet-per-minute retrieval rate and Cannon Edge Design for better strength and ease of use
Positive Ion Control creates a fish-attracting electrical field around your boat; Short-Stop safely stops weight retrieve at waterline
Three-digit depth counter; heavy-duty 24-inch boom; rod holder and line release
20-pound weight capacity; pre-spooled with 250 feet of camouflaged 150-pound test 316-grade stainless steel cable
IP68 waterproof power cable connector; saltwater-resistant construction; limited lifetime warranty
Description
Cannon Magnum 5 St electric downrigger, manufacturer's part number 1902300, toggle switch control, auto up function, Mechanical line counter, positive Ion control, short stop, 24" stainless Boom, 250' SS cable, swivel base, single Terminator, ball hook, rod holder. Magnum is the downrigger that serious boat Captains trust for its dependability and durability. They rely on its unparalleled toughness, the fastest retrieval rate on the market (250 feet per minute) and a short-stop feature that protects the boat from swinging weights. Features: 250-feet-per-minute retrieval rate is the fastest in the industry 20-lb weight capacity positive Ion control creates a fish-attracting electrical field around your boat short-stop safely stops weight retrieve at waterline Three-digit depth counter heavy-duty stainless steel 24" Boom IP68 waterproof power cable connector ball storage hook prevents boat damage from swinging weights low-profile swivel base, rod holder and line release pre-spooled with 250 feet of 150-lb test 316-grade stainless steel cable limited lifetime warranty4. 5001772 Cannon Easi-Troll St Manual Downrigger
Feature
Take command of controlled depth fishing when you equip your boat with our Easi-Troll manual downriggersPerfect for smaller boats, each model allows for quick line retrieval and controlled, one-handed weight descent
FAST RETRIEVAL RATEOur Easi-Troll models feature an innovative design that lets you pull your lines back in with less cranking effort
Fast, effortless 1.5:1 retrieval speed
One-Hand Clutch Deploy for simple, precise bait positioning and controlled weight descent
Ergonomic crank handle
Plastic Spool
24" Stainless steel boom
Description
Easi-Troll STMore control at every turn. Take command of controlled depth fishing when you equip your boat with our Easi-Troll manual downriggers. Perfect for smaller boats, each model allows for quick line retrieval and controlled, one-handed weight descent. FAST RETRIEVAL RATEOur Easi-Troll models feature an innovative design that lets you pull your lines back in with less cranking effort. The quicker you can retrieve your lines, the quicker you can get back to catching fish. CONTROLLED WEIGHT DESCENTGet controlled, accurate bait positioning thanks to the One-Hand Clutch Deploy on all Cannon manual downriggers. It's designed to gradually, precisely lower your weight and lure into the strike zone. Features: Fast, effortless 1.5:1 retrieval speed One-Hand Clutch Deploy for simple, precise bait positioning Enclosed boom end pulley prevents line jumping Easy-Access Universal Mounting Base - same as our electric models. Single axis rod holder - fully adjustable, both front to back and side to side24" Stainless Steel Boom Ergonomic crank handle Three-digit depth counterPre-spooled with 150' of 150-lb test stainless steel cable and includes a line release Limited lifetime warranty Rod Holder Included YesSpool Construction Plastic Swivel Base Included No.5. Cannon Mini-Troll Manual Downrigger
Feature
Horizontal manual reel and brakeBuilt-in 2-1/2" C-clamp base attaches to stern or side rail
Swivel-head depth counter
Compact downrigger for smaller fish--ideal for john-boats and canoes
Built-in 2-1/2-inch C-clamp base; swivel head depth counter
4-pound weight capacity
Pre-spooled with 100 feet of 120-pound-test stainless steel cable
Backed by a limited lifetime warranty
Description
The compact design of this downrigger is ideal for canoes, jon boats and similar small watercraft. Horizontal manual reel and brake. Built-in 2-1/2" C-clamp base attaches to stern or side rail. Swivel-head depth counter. Pre-spooled with 100 ft. of 120-lb. test stainless steel cable. Resists corrosive saltwater environments.6. Okuma Classic Pro GLT E-Glass Downrigger Rod
Feature
Made of highest quality materialManufacturer: Okuma
Okuma classic Pro troll rod 8'6 in. 2pc
Durable Glass Fiber Blank Construction
Stainless Steel Hooded Reel Seat with Graphite Cushion Inserts
Stainless Steel Double Foot Guides with Titanium Oxide Inserts
Durable Shrink Tube Over EVA Butt for Easy Removal From Rod Holder
Tip Over Butt Ferrule Connection for Improved Strength
Description
Durable glass fiber blank construction, stainless steel Hooded reel seat with graphite cushion inserts, stainless steel double foot guides with titanium oxide inserts, durable shrink tube over EVA butt for easy removal from rod holder, tip over butt ferrule for improved strength. Length: 8'6 inch . Downrigger. 2 piece. 10-25 lb action.7. Cannon Lake Troll Manual Downrigger
Feature
Cannon demonstrates its commitment to designs based on input from those who know and use downriggersQuick-mount tab-lock base
The Lake-Troll has a vertical spool design with a clutch/brake system for controlled, one-handed descent
Manual downrigger ideal for smaller boats
Clutch/brake system for safe, controlled one-handed weight descent
Swivel-head depth counter; 18-inch copolymer boom
Pre-spooled with 100 feet of stainless steel cable
Backed by a limited lifetime warranty
Description
By integrating the results of constant research and development into its designs, Cannon remains a leader in downrigger technology. Cannon demonstrates its commitment to designs based on input from those who know and use downriggers. The result is high-quality, state-of-the-art depth-control systems with convenient features and intuitive operation that will be appreciated by all who use them. The Lake-Troll has a vertical spool design with a clutch/brake system for controlled, one-handed descent. Quick-mount tab-lock base. Rod holder and line release included. 16" copolymer boom. 100-ft. stainless steel cable pre-spooled. Resists corrosive saltwater environments.8. Lamiglas Classic Glass Downrigger and Trolling Rod (8'6-Inch, Medium/Heavy, 2-Piece)
Feature
Made using the highest quality componentsPerformance and quality tested
Premium handcrafted equipment
Rich chocolate brown with copper trim
designed for pulling plugs or drift fishing for salmon or steelhead
Baitcasting rod
all around fiberglass
Description
Lamiglas Classic Glass Downrigger and Trolling Rod. One year limited warranty.9. Daiwa Wilderness WLDR701MHR 7' Downrigger Trolling Rod
Feature
Durable fiberglass blankCut-proof aluminum oxide guides
EVA grips and hook keeper
Durable, resilient