Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?
backdraft
Posted 11/20/2015 4:48 PM (#793381)
Subject: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?




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I've heard about using a treble hook (with barbs clipped) on the leader.

I've heard about a soda straw that has been cut and flared on the line.


Any other helpful tips to keep weeds off your lure when trolling?


Backdraft
RandalB
Posted 11/20/2015 4:53 PM (#793383 - in reply to #793381)
Subject: Re: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?




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I use the treble with barbs clipped. I use a long length of Braid or Fluro with a swivel at the top and bottom (Think long leader) and I clip the Treble to the top swivel. Doesn't cost much and works like a charm.

HTH,
RandalB
CU301DSV
Posted 11/20/2015 5:14 PM (#793387 - in reply to #793381)
Subject: Re: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?





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Location: Canada		I'm using weed guards made by Handlebarz. You can make your own from bucktail wire?
woodieb8
Posted 11/20/2015 5:45 PM (#793389 - in reply to #793381)
Subject: Re: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?




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shawns right weedeaters work great ahead of the bait. put them at the top of leader,s for trawling.
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CU301DSV
Posted 11/20/2015 6:32 PM (#793400 - in reply to #793381)
Subject: Re: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?





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Location: Canada		^^ also in conjunction with the weed guards attached ahead of the 5' leader we like to troll with the rod tips dunked in the water.
cave run legend
Posted 11/20/2015 6:34 PM (#793401 - in reply to #793400)
Subject: Re: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?





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When I make my leaders I leave 18" or so long at the swivel.
pklingen
Posted 11/20/2015 6:41 PM (#793407 - in reply to #793381)
Subject: Re: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?




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Location: NE Ohio		i run 40" long leaders and where i tie onto this leader at the swivel with a snap from the main line i run the tag end about 4" long then clip it off. works great. to fend off the floating weeds i always run my rod tips in the water 6 or 8 inches.
muskyman1122
Posted 11/20/2015 8:27 PM (#793416 - in reply to #793381)
Subject: RE: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?




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4 foot leader connected to a keel weight works great for me
jdsplasher
Posted 11/20/2015 9:21 PM (#793427 - in reply to #793416)
Subject: RE: Hint for fending off weeds when trolling?





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Location: SE, WI.

I put Rod tips down 1- 3 ft. In The water, then use long leaders 40-48", and use a 4/0 crane to catch any that get away from me.

 JD