If you are just learning to troll,I would recommend that you start off with the smaller inline boards, instead of the big boards you already have.Much easier to learn on the inline and better for 3 and less people.We use the yellow offshore brand of inline boards.Would also recommend buying their additional tattle flag assembly that allows the flag to move down when a fish bites.Would also recommend getting 4 line counter rods spooled with 12 or 15# mono.If you don't already have them.With that set-up you can troll early with crankbaits and switch over to spoons or harnesses after water warms over 52 degrees.A good sinker when trolling with either harness or spoons is the offshore #2 tadpoles.You also can get some dipsey divers too.You can use spoons or harnesses off the dipseys too.If have the funds,you can get an additional 2 more line counter reels and spool them with 30# hi- vis yellow braid to use with the dipseys.If not,you can get away with using those mono rods too.Would not recommend a beginner troller to try using wire in western lake Erie though.Wire works well in the deeper eastern Erie, but not needed in shallower water.Go on a charter that has a smaller boat like yourself. It's a good way to learn what gear to get and how to use it.Continue reading this site to continue to learn new things to add to your arsenal too.Good luck.