Downriggers for Beginners

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If you've ever wanted to fish in deep water from a boat, a downrigger is a must. In this video I'll show you how they work, how to set it up, and how to troll for salmon at any depth.
Here are links to all the gear I use and show in the video:
- Big Jon Sports Manual Downrigger: amzn.to/2PdIgzT
- Big Jon Sports Electric Downrigger: amzn.to/2Muv37n
- Scotty Downrigger Grip Clip: amzn.to/2KTkndz
- Scotty Downrigger Stacking Clip: amzn.to/2BdBtmS
- Downrigger Ball: amzn.to/2vNgSke
- Scotty Rod Holder: amzn.to/2MTpkoR
- Okuma Rod: amzn.to/2vJNdso
- Okuma Trolling Reel w. Counter: amzn.to/2PesRzg
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@thecommenter6839 2 жыл бұрын

I have tried the salmon run every year for the last 4 years, I caught 2 my entire 4 years. I went yesterday and I caught 4 Kokanee salmon and 3 steelheads. You changed my game brother💪💪💪

@FreeWhiteNorth 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@thecommenter6839 2 жыл бұрын

@@FreeWhiteNorth you don't even want to know how today was man I just got back into town!!! When I say we slayed them I mean we had to decide what ones to keep between the 30 we tossed back😂 lines where screaming ever 5 minutes and we where only out 5 hours🤯. Anderson Dam, Idaho if anyone is wanting some action💪. And I respect the response consistency on your videos that are years old!

@m3528i Жыл бұрын

Steelhead! Yeah baby!! That will keep you coming back!

@briangow6282 2 жыл бұрын

*Was very surprised at the sensitivity of this rod **enjoyable.fishing** recommend Was very impressed. And the extendable handle really lets you get a great casting action.*

@meetoo50 5 жыл бұрын

Great straight forward video!! Well done. One suggestion, scrap the background music or make it much lower. Was distracting.

@danielmcgarrah3669 5 жыл бұрын

I agree, the background "music" was very distracting! I found it to be more of a irritating noise than music.

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'm not including the background music in any of my future videos.

@anthonysamuel859 4 жыл бұрын

I wanted to punch the music

@philipross4347 4 жыл бұрын

The background music is driving me nuts!

@daveseddon9315 4 жыл бұрын

yeah that music is super annoying

@philc8360 3 жыл бұрын

I turned off the sound, and turned the captions on. Good information, just terrible terrible music.

@fred_petersen 10 ай бұрын

I purchased a boat and big water equipment from a buddy a few years ago and have he has been to busy to take me out and show me how to use this equipment. I’m very happy and thankful for your video and how thorough it is since I have never done this type of fishing. I am super excited to hopefully give it a go this weekend. Thank you.

@brendenherrmann9603 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, I went out on Lake Huron with downriggers for the first time yesterday morning after watching your video and I caught 2 steelhead an a walleye. Your video helped a lot!

@danielmcgarrah3669 5 жыл бұрын

The best video on using a downrigger that I've seen!

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@ericgarst7882 10 ай бұрын

Wow just seeing this out of the box kzfaq.infoUgkxQr1yd4Zc6qJF-scTB6Zb9dQbVpviuRxB recommend I have yet to fish with this set up, but based on the first hands on appeal, I can tell this is going to change the way i pack and carry to a whole new level. If you fish like i do, you know the smaller and less stuff the better. I’ve added a photo of just some of my gear so you can see how serious i am about fishing.

@lucst-michel 4 жыл бұрын

Well done... However, I agree that the background music get annoying after a while. Still it is excellent. Thanks

@ringaono 10 ай бұрын

100%

@bobcorrigan4378 4 жыл бұрын

I am just learing to fish with a down rigger and the information on this film is going to be invaluable this spring fishing for walleye and salmon thank you bob

@johndries6743 4 жыл бұрын

Good down-to-earth presentation! I've been downrigging for a few years now and stilled learned a few tips. I like the new Scotty clips you used. I've used the Roemer's from the start and they are easy once you get used to them but not the best for a beginner. Thanks

@johnpatriot322 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and keep doing what you’re doing. There will ALWAYS be negative people commenting but they are the ones that will never do anything great.

@FreeWhiteNorth 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks John, much appreciated!

@landonklemme 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative video! I have been getting ready for the fishing season coming up, and I will be fishing mostly where a downrigger is needed. I wasn't sure how they worked, but this video helped a ton! Great Job!

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Landon Klemme thank you very much! I’m glad it was helpful.

@thedreadpiratefisherman5325 Жыл бұрын

Hands down this is the best video on how to use down riggers. Funny that when searching KZfaq it never came up but when searching elsewhere, "not Google search engine" I found it 🤔In any case your simple laid out and concise instructions have put a smile on my face and a renewal of feeling excited to try this method of fishing. Thanks!

@shellyholland6763 Жыл бұрын

Thanks I love the lure advice and I’ve never done more than one line on a downrigger, but I’m gonna try it next weekend!

@chrisclark9512 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding explanation of downriggers with additional practice advice for a true neophyte, like me. Thanks.

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris!

@ruletocoll1790 10 ай бұрын

Really like the action and feel of this fishing rod. Feels well built and expects it to last a long time.

@stevehenry9053 3 жыл бұрын

YES this will be my first year fishing Superior, thank you for the info!!

@FaithisKey792 3 жыл бұрын

One word, sick! You just made my day, thank you. Need two clips now. Waiting on the down rigger to arrive. Have a blessed day.

@FreeWhiteNorth 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, you too! Have a great time on the water, and good luck!

@Hungry_Tree_Ghost 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome 👍 as far as people complaining about the music - my first thought was what music. I had to skip back a little to hear what they were talking about. I must've been paying too much attention to you giving excellent advice for me to even notice. Those types of people probably walk around with RBF all day.

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris!!

@greentree5265 4 жыл бұрын

Hearing aids in your future ?

@meals24u 4 жыл бұрын

Chris Baker ha same, didn’t bother me at all

@Hungry_Tree_Ghost 4 жыл бұрын

@@greentree5265 No. I don't have ADHD. I heard him giving instructions. Music wasn't important. Wasn't wearing hearing aids at that time, and still heard him speaking, so no.

@panikosantoniou9189 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. I am a beginner with downrigger fishing, and I get some very important information. Many thanks.

@FreeWhiteNorth 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help, thanks!

@AlanHowellphotovideo 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent and comprehensive tutorial. Beautiful location as well. Hope you caught some fish for your efforts!

@peterneufeld2522 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, i'm new to fishing and this really helped me understand how to use my downrigger!

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

peter neufeld thank you so much! I’m glad you found it helpful!!

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great feedback Peter! I hope you enjoy fishing as much as I do!!!

@JohnScime Жыл бұрын

Yes, terrific video. I haven't done this in 40 yrs and this was a great refresher. Well done. MUSIC , however, is unnecessary, and TOO LOUD. If it was such an informative video, I would ha e bailed after a minute! Something to think about ...

@michaelbartnicki9464 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative, Thank you for making this video i would like to get into this type of fishing so this is a good start thanks again!

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you like it, thanks for watching

@brenterwin99611 3 жыл бұрын

Good Vid, I would suggest that you use the clicker function, it keeps the line from backlashing, and you do not have to thumb both reels at once. The other thing would be to try to get one rod tip on either side of your downrigger cable, this will reduce tangles between the rod.

@christophersage66 4 жыл бұрын

great!!!!! thank you!! just getting started with this type of fishing, perfect video

@jasonmyers3239 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much..... who thumbs down such a helpful informative video. Much appreciated!

@thedwightway1087 3 жыл бұрын

Great video - that was really informative, I'm just looking at outfitting my bowrider with a downrigger. Thanks!

@FreeWhiteNorth 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@littlenormy 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! I like the 2 on one downreger set up.;

@jackhoang8654 4 жыл бұрын

simple and easy to follow up, thanks for the tips, best, jackh

@guyh.4553 4 жыл бұрын

Very good information. Well laid out. Thx!

@parson8582 2 жыл бұрын

Well done, informational, well articulated

@trevorclapham5571 3 жыл бұрын

Good video. Very helpful for a newbie like myself. Only caught lakers so far, I live on the north shore of superior.

@tehpanuychikon168 4 жыл бұрын

Now I know! Great informative video.Thank You 👍 Greetings from Mexico

@aboston5740 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that. Never see anyone doing s but it’s consistent with animal behaviour. If u watch a cat it strikes when the motion stops or changes. On the west coast a ft long flasher is used in the murky water.

@anthonymurphy2540 2 жыл бұрын

Great info!!

@steveg2509 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative video, i think he got the message on music.

@daren9721 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing a detailed video for rookies like me. Just subscribed

@sdichampion 3 ай бұрын

Nice tutorial. Thanks

@raveljames2532 2 жыл бұрын

Learnt heaps. Thanks

@Henny007ME Жыл бұрын

Fishing season to Northern Maine is somewhere around 4 to 5 weeks out. Can't wait till open water.

@lucianocorvelo7374 2 жыл бұрын

Very good video. Thanks.

@rexmorgan72 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. Very informative.

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@bluegoose6913 4 жыл бұрын

For those of you who don’t like background noise download the app called “Volume Control” it works great and easy to use.

@mikefinch157 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe before you go

@stevewuthrich 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative! Thanks for some great information!

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@adamjones4949 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for the very useful information. Did anyone else notice the clip flying off in the water when he was reeling up the down rigger??? 😀

@govsux1 5 жыл бұрын

No I think you just saw the clip bounce up into view it was still connected to the down rigger line with the big clip.

@lukegrunert7658 4 жыл бұрын

19:00 He for sure had the second clip fly off in to the water. Good eye.

@volitanttitan8127 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video/info ...thanks again

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome

@steveg2509 4 жыл бұрын

Very good video, well explained. Subscribed

@moobslikejabba9830 5 жыл бұрын

Very informative cheers mate!

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@scottjondahl 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you. 🐟🦈

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

you're very welcome!

@michaelbrin9984 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent, I learned much from thy instructions

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching the video!

@willierichardson5364 3 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@Birdman5961 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!!

@tommoyer4697 3 жыл бұрын

Good job, I learned alot.

@ianlamme 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for this video

@jackofalltrades5199 Жыл бұрын

I realize you put this video out sometime ago. However I was hoping you could give us a link to these three or four spoons you referred to. I can’t seem to locate them. Or an updated version of what you’re currently using. Thank you so much for a very good tutorial.

@oldsoldier141 5 жыл бұрын

Great basic information

@dodongmaharlika6592 4 жыл бұрын

thank you, chief, nice video

@shawnnaylor482 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@dukeitsk9624 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback!

@tommyliu4683 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent 👌 video

@Farirun 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video

@enesarar 5 жыл бұрын

perfect demonstration.

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Emr!

@kevinlancaster5714 2 жыл бұрын

GET RID OF THE MUSIC!! Could not finish watching

@ronwalczak7120 Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@wilsondumas4532 4 жыл бұрын

great video. my only comment would be to lower your music volume so that it doesn't overpower your voice. I find the music more distracting than it needs to be. I learned a lot from the video though so thank you!

@RF3seeker 5 жыл бұрын

Those levelwinds though ......Cough! Islander MR2!

@corwin2007 4 жыл бұрын

Hey there, Going to start fishing the bays on my side of superior here soon. One question for you, what do you do if you get your downrigger ball snagged? I understand you should be watching the graph and adjusting as needed, but sometimes things happen. If you could maybe do a short vid on downrigger safty that would be great! Really enjoyed this one, thank you!

@MrTNBassmaster 5 жыл бұрын

New sub. Great video

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@dennykitchens3985 4 жыл бұрын

You want the heavier lure on the inside going straight back deep the top is the outside one the bottom one you run a blacks clip so the bottom line runns straight back too one you run 12 -16" clip sow it swings 12-16" away from the boat that's double stacking you can go all the way up to 4 rods on one down rigger

@markmayo2273 Жыл бұрын

Nice one. Endless guitar not needed I reckon though 🙂 very educational.

@ervrussell6283 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent

@FreeWhiteNorth 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@dennisdecosta4480 4 жыл бұрын

Thank U for sharing 🤗👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

@ralphwhittaker3766 Жыл бұрын

Gteat vidoe buying my first downriggger..do u have videos on gear to set it up with..like line to use on it and rods to use

@ianbullphoto1 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative video but please lose the music, it's really distracting and not at all necessary.

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, it's much appreciated!

@jumpjasper5276 5 жыл бұрын

Great video I have a kayak I mounted the fishfinder on it what would you think about a downrigger and also do you think that is a waste of time for a kayak?

@guyh.4553 5 жыл бұрын

I started off with the single, to learn how to DR. I'm now going to move towards the clip for the release. 1) To hook a flasher directly to the ball, and 2) be able to double stack to the line. I'm going after landlocked chinook/coho salmon at the bottom and rainbows & Kokanee above. And just a personal preference, I like to load my rod more. So, the "top rod" is ahead/towards the bow? One point about DR fishing, and I probably missed it but at least you dont have to fight additional drag & weight on the line when using a downrigger

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, that's what I have found works best for me and my setup. I did it the other way around where the top rod was the closest to the ball, and it got tangled a few times when I had strikes on that lure. It made a mess so I played around with it until I found what worked for me. Feel free to experiment, that's for sure!

@sttrattcatt1703 5 жыл бұрын

@hogheadjeremy 5 жыл бұрын

That’s a great video, thank you and god bless👍👍👍🙏✝️😇

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jeremy!

@NA-sq1qs 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very easy to follow and great instruction. you dont use flashers?

@nautidawg5203 2 жыл бұрын

Nice vid. What size test line do you recommend? I'm just getting started with downriggers

@seagull41 5 жыл бұрын

Do you use leader between your main line and spoon, or is the spoon tied on to the main line? If you use a leader, what length and connection method to the main line? Thanks!

@fairybread6072 4 жыл бұрын

thanks

@davidlott9802 5 жыл бұрын

very nice video =)

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave 89!

@FaithisKey792 Жыл бұрын

Brother do you know where I can get an electric and affordable down rigger. Great video thank you.

@garypeterson824 4 жыл бұрын

What do you do when you're fishing alone, have two lines on one down rigger and a fish strikes? I have never used a down rigger but am going to do so next season. Great instructional video I learned a lot. Thanks!

@FreeWhiteNorth 4 жыл бұрын

I've done that before, and it's tough, but doable. I'd go in this order. 1) Put the motor into neutral, grab the rod to make sure the hook is set, release the tension on the reel enough that the fish can make a few runs, reel in a bit after the first dive, then put the rod in the holder 2) Immediately get the other rod out of the downrigger clip and reel as fast as you can, and get as much of the line in in 5 seconds or so 3) Hit the up button on your downrigger so that it comes back to the boat 4) Reel in your fish Some combination/order of this will help keep your other lines out of the water and help prevent tangling

@typeterson6947 4 жыл бұрын

If the fish is on your lower set up just pop the one on top. I dont shut my motor off the top rig will come to the surface and its not very hard to keep out of your other line. If the toprig gets hit just bring in the fish and keep rolling

@NghiaPham-xi5so Жыл бұрын

Do you use flashers on top of those lures too? Thanks

@Hardcore2432 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! You ever use flashers when they’re deeper? And when fish on, do you pull up second downrigger or just try to keep on that side of boat?

@FreeWhiteNorth 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah we use flashers, most of the time, when fishing in the Great Lakes or on the West coast. And yeah for sure, I find that it’s usually a very good practice to get any other lines in the water out as it has a good tendency to tangle up with a fighting salmon

@FishGuyJer 4 жыл бұрын

Never heard of monkey puke but I like it. My favorite is wonder bread for walleye and lake trout in Minnesota

@jackofalltrades5199 Жыл бұрын

Can you give a link to the wonder bread?

@FarmageddonRecordsOfficial 5 жыл бұрын

Is that a Big Jon Sportsman? Does that come standard with the manual assist? Nice video man

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, it's a Big Jon Sportman. There's a manual assist with a disengage which is super helpfull!

@andyb1056 2 жыл бұрын

Question I've never seen addressed in any of these videos. Obviously you can use the saltwater style downrigger Rods and reels but I've been told you can also use spinning reels. So I went out and I kept flipping the bail and letting the weight down and my line would always get all crazy tangled and there'll be major issues. What I've discovered is you need to loosen your dragged and that is the way to let line out of your rod if you flip the bale it's never gonna work and everything's gonna get all tangled. Is that not a critical part of this?

@ginettecarter2164 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info! What is the name of the downrigger? Do they have a manual version?

@ginettecarter2164 2 жыл бұрын

Actually I just heard it! the name is Big Jon... Thanks

@jonathanbetenbender307 Жыл бұрын

So I picked on up from the thrift store and fixed the motor. It's momentary on on side and latching on the other. Is the latching supposed to be on the way down. Momentary just means it only goes that way while actively pressing the button, latch holds itself in place. I assume latch switch for down momentary for up?

@YakJones 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks great video what size line and is braided line ok? Thanks

@FreeWhiteNorth 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh, and yes, braided line is fine for both use on the downrigger line and the rod. Two point of note: 1) the downrigger line must be rated for high test, something like 150# or 200# is good. This way you won't lose your downrigger ball if it catches a rock or branch/stump. Lots of guys run braided line vs steel cable because of less "blowback" on the downrigger ball. 2) I use braided line on my rod/reels because it cuts through the water nicer, but there is a good argument to be made against it due to line twist. I did notice that the braided line twists easier under the tension, but I've never had any major tangles or issues so take it for what it's worth!

@YakJones 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks sooo much I can’t wait!!! I’m on a kayak but I will let ya know how I do!!

@derekboehninganderson5209 3 жыл бұрын

What rod length, strength, and action do you recommend?

@TOURMANBOB 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video:, thank you. Now finally I actually understand how a downrigger works and how to use it properly. You could easily drop the background music as it serves no purpose and the wind noise in the mike destroyed the comprehension of the last part of your video

@gjjb6662 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video... Just got into fishing cuZ we bought a cottage. Redub this with a much lower music mix please! I get the background tunes when they're low but it should be barely there.