Speed Control
Most fish come between 2.8 and 4.2 mph. Vary it in S-turns.
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Trolling tactics
Know your depth. Own the basin.
Pick a lure, set your line and speed, and see where it's running.
Trolling Depth Lab
Sample Data · Full Library in Pro
Est. running depth
10.4 ft
Line out
120 ft
Estimates assume a straight-line set, no snap weight, and calm water. Real depth varies with current, board pull and line diameter.
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Trolling playbook
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Board Spreads
Planer boards put baits outside the boat's noise.
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Chase suspended fish on ciscoes and shad.
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Tick the edge. Ground contact triggers.
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