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[Guest]

I'm looking to expand my skill set to using bottom bouncers. Can anyone provide any tips on using bottom bouncers on the big V? I'll be up there over the holiday and all help will be appreciated.

[guideman]

Hey Mega,
It is really a very easy presentation,
I have been dong very well the last few
days with them.
You will need a few different sized weights from 3/8 to 2oz. The wind and your trolling speed will determind how heavy you need to go.

Snells in lengths of 3 to 5ft seem to be the most effective for me, but you can experement with yours and find what the fish want.

I use 10lb mono on my main line and use a baitcasting rig to pull the spinners.
Long rods are a plus but you can use a shorter rod if that is all you have.

I also cut the pin off below the weight when pulling blades. It helps keep the blades at the right depths and I seldom have a problem with hang ups.

Speed is the most important factor when
using this presentation. You want your rigs to run at about a 45 degree angle.

I always use my bow mount for better speed control but you can use your big
motor. Just keep an eye on your speed and try to keep it between 1 & 1.5mph.

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Terry Sjoberg
Ace guide service.
Beautiful Lake Vermilion.
aceguideservice.com

[Guest]

Hey Ace,
What about using a drift sock and motor? My trolling motor can do maybe 1.0 mph by the gps and that works the battery very quickly. I know they are good for controling the boat in wind but how about this presentation? Or better yet when would you use one?

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Good luck,

Bob

[Cliff Wagenbach]

I usually drift while using bottom bouncers in moderate to heavy winds. I have found that bouncers lighter than 1 1/2 or 2 Oz. are too light for me.
A 3 to 5 foot leader on spinners also work best.
Cliff

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Cliff's Guide Service
CliffsGuideService-LakeVermilion.com
Lake Vermilion
Phone: (218) 753-2005

[Guest]

Thanks everyone for your help. I'm definitely going to use the tips. Hopefully, I'll be able to come back and contribute more to the message board when I return. Good luck and remember to have some fun!!!!!