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Fishing has undergone a significant transformation today. It continues to evolve every day, with constant modernization of everything related to fishing. A beloved hobby for many is becoming easier and more productive.
In addition to the recent introduction of fish finders and video cameras, new gadgets and items are being added that make fishermen's lives significantly easier. One such device is the downrigger. It allows you to troll without worrying about the depth of your bait. This specially designed device stores its location underwater at a preset depth.
What does the device look like?
A downrigger, which allows you to hunt large predators at great depths, resembles a winch in appearance. The device, with a separate boom, is attached to a watercraft. The kit includes:
· Coil;
· Fasteners for the device;
· Clips;
· Cargo;
· Stand for spinning rods, fishing rods.
It can be installed on PVC boats used for fishing trips on the Putorana Plateau. Or it can be attached to a motorboat or a motorboat—it doesn't really matter. The main thing is to understand how the device helps anglers. That is, to understand how it works.
How does a downrigger work and its features?
The device, mounted on board the vessel, works as follows:
When casting, the line unwinds from the reel along specific guides attached to an extended boom. Weights are attached to the line, which guide it to a specific depth.
The cables from each rod are independently attached to the weight cable's locking mechanism. When it reaches a predetermined distance underwater, it releases and awaits predator attacks.
Bites are clearly visible. When a fish strikes, the line releases from the catch, causing the hook to be set automatically, simply by the rod blank straightening back into place.
If the device is equipped with a line reel counter, it will automatically regulate the depth of the bait.
· When the tackle is immersed in water, the sinker and the spoon are automatically held at the required depth.
· To find out at what depth the predator is located, it is better to use an echo sounder and set the device for a correctly calculated cast.
When trolling with a downrigger, the number of trophy fish caught increases severalfold. This is facilitated by certain abilities, namely:
· The device can be easily submerged to great depths, right to the mouth of bloodthirsty individuals.
· The existing lock prevents the bait from vibrating, without alerting predators before an attack.
· It is possible to attach several baits or live bait to one device.
In conclusion, the results
In the age of technology, the availability of assistive gadgets and devices for trophy fishing is advancing rapidly. The downrigger is one of them. Anglers only need to equip their gear with the necessary accessories and then enjoy landing huge predators.
During trips to the Putorana Plateau, anglers compete to catch the heaviest trophy, photographing and filming the most exciting moments. The one who lands the largest specimen is always awarded a commemorative prize, as well as the respect and admiration of fellow anglers.
