40 Tru trips & trolling

[Framemaster]

Thanks, itsbob for the info on the leader line and leader length. I am learning a lot on here. Can't wait to try some of it out.

Mike

I agree that the TT30 work better than the TT40 on the offshore inline boards.Have used both and the TT40 pull very hard and you will have to adjust the tension on the tattle flag.My leaders for spoons are 7ft and my harnesses have 6.5ft length on them.Seaguar 17lb fluorocarbon for leader.

[Bggeary]

That is correct 35' = 17 whatever if the tip pf your pole was in the water, add whatever else you need.

[Framemaster]

Thanks for clarifying, Bggeary. Just trying to make sure I have thought of everything I can!

That is correct 35' = 17 whatever if the tip pf your pole was in the water, add whatever else you need.

[Framemaster]

Another question...if I am running Michigan stinger scorpion spoons, do you guys use a swivel on the leader that attaches to the spoon?
Thanks,
Mike

[branhamautomotive]

Yes you want a high quality one and make sureservations is spins easy. Have seen some not let the spoon do its thing.

[Framemaster]

So should i put a swivel on both ends of the leader or no need on the end attached to the tru trip?
Thanks!
Mike

[Capt. Ted]

Another question...if I am running Michigan stinger scorpion spoons, do you guys use a swivel on the leader that attaches to the spoon?
Thanks,
Mike

I use a duo lock snap on the spoon end. No swivel. Usually colored Red. I'm not sure of the size.

You'll want a good quality snap swivel on the Jet end. Use a large enough, and quality swivel. Or replace as soon as you think it may not be swiveling. If you see a kink in your line, you waited too long.

I'd be curious what others use on their spoon leaders?

[rick2752]

You can use the 40s they just pull pretty hard on the board. Google tattle flag system. They come with flags but not the tattle system. Easy to build at home

[Crooked Eye]

You will want to run a 6 foot leader so you have some room to net without the tt40 cranked into the rod tip. Leader fluorocarbon 15-20lb will work. Right now I like the 2.25 to 2.75 small spoons. (Today worm burners worked great. Just changed out hook setup on spoons to make burners) I like to slide my weight forward on the small offshore boards which may require a dremel tool and some mods. Line up two or three boards on one side so you can read the boards better. I always like at least one flatline out also.

[Framemaster]

Great input. Thanks, Crooked Eye.

Mike