pmjasper
06-03-2010, 07:05 AM
Hey guys,
I am in the process of purchasing a boat and am trying to understand some of the salmon setups utilized on Lake Michigan.
Since the boat I'm getting is relatively small, I figured that on average I'd run two planers, two leadcores and two rigger lines. possibly one wire line since I had the setup already.
I understand the basic braided line dipsey setup but need clarification on two things……first, do you run a leader from the braided line to the dipsy or just tie the braided line direct to the dipsy? Secondly, when you look at the packages for the dipsys, Luhr Jensen suggests keeping the dipsy fairly close to the flasher but the guys I see usually have their dipsy somewhere between 8 and 10ft away. What is the overall correct distance from the dipsy to the flasher?
Now regarding planer boards and leadcore……I understand the whole idea behind having different core setup’s, say 10 color, 8 color, 6 color, etc., but does that mean you are setting the in-line planer on the backing fairly close to where the leadcore ends or do you provide some distance away from the leadcore? Secondly, how much of a leader do you typically use from the end of the leadcore to your flasher, spoon, etc?
Lastly, do you have an over distance you use for the leaders between flashers and flies vs dodgers and flies? I think the flasher might require a bit longer lead but just want to be sure.
These are the questions I really need help with because I understand the process and reasoning behind the setup’s but am not sure regarding the specifics. It would really stink if I had all the right gear but ran the dipsy or flasher too close to the leadcore or braided lines and kept fish from hitting my presentations.
Thanks in advance to all for you assistance. It is really appreciated
I am in the process of purchasing a boat and am trying to understand some of the salmon setups utilized on Lake Michigan.
Since the boat I'm getting is relatively small, I figured that on average I'd run two planers, two leadcores and two rigger lines. possibly one wire line since I had the setup already.
I understand the basic braided line dipsey setup but need clarification on two things……first, do you run a leader from the braided line to the dipsy or just tie the braided line direct to the dipsy? Secondly, when you look at the packages for the dipsys, Luhr Jensen suggests keeping the dipsy fairly close to the flasher but the guys I see usually have their dipsy somewhere between 8 and 10ft away. What is the overall correct distance from the dipsy to the flasher?
Now regarding planer boards and leadcore……I understand the whole idea behind having different core setup’s, say 10 color, 8 color, 6 color, etc., but does that mean you are setting the in-line planer on the backing fairly close to where the leadcore ends or do you provide some distance away from the leadcore? Secondly, how much of a leader do you typically use from the end of the leadcore to your flasher, spoon, etc?
Lastly, do you have an over distance you use for the leaders between flashers and flies vs dodgers and flies? I think the flasher might require a bit longer lead but just want to be sure.
These are the questions I really need help with because I understand the process and reasoning behind the setup’s but am not sure regarding the specifics. It would really stink if I had all the right gear but ran the dipsy or flasher too close to the leadcore or braided lines and kept fish from hitting my presentations.
Thanks in advance to all for you assistance. It is really appreciated