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Scotty · Boat Accessories
Scotty Laketroller Manual Downrigger, Post Mount
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- Item weight
- 2 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 17.44 x 7.64 x 6.26 inches
Quick take
A manual downrigger that mounts to the boat deck to lower weighted lines and release them on fish strikes.
A compact manual downrigger for small boats, the Laketroller gets its cable down to depth with a hand crank. It comes with a side/deck mount that attaches to a flat deck, gunnel or transom and swings through 360 degrees. The spool takes up one foot of cable per turn and holds 100 feet of 150 lb stainless cable, and a Mini Power Grip Plus line release is included.
Best for
- Lake trolling for deep fish
- Boats with rails or deck space
- Anglers who prefer manual control
Skip if
- You need an electric downrigger
- Your boat lacks mounting space
Strengths
- Simple manual operation with no electronics
- Releases weight cleanly on strikes
- Stainless steel cable resists corrosion
Trade-offs
- Manual crank is tiring on deep dives
- Limited to boats that allow post mount
- Requires frequent retrieval and reset
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Trolling
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | manual downrigger |
|---|---|
| Cable length | 100 ft stainless steel |
| Test | 150 lb |
| Spool | One foot per turn |
| Included | Power Grip Plus line release |
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