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Thread: Downrigger question?

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    Hi everyone, wanted to ask you folks to help me select a downrigger for the season before I buy something that is not good enough for the money. My budget is $400 at max with shipping and handling. Now, I've done my own research, which included youtube videos with overviews, also I studied amazon reviews and stuff. Based on this, I stopped on 2 variants that I believe will be the best choise, and decided to post here.
    Scotty #1099 Depthpower Compact Electric Downrigger
    Big Jon SportsŪ - Big Water Manual Downrigger
    Does anyone have any experience with any of these downriggers, or maybe had a chance to compare?
    Thanks

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    I owned that big jon model for several years ; used it in saltwater too, awesome model

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    Hi @muskyman, thanks for replying, man. I believe I'll grab that big john as well then.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jacob View Post
    Hi everyone, wanted to ask you folks to help me select a downrigger for the season before I buy something that is not good enough for the money. My budget is $400 at max with shipping and handling. Now, I've done my own research, which included youtube videos with overviews, also I studied amazon reviews and stuff. Based on this, I stopped on 2 variants that I believe will be the best choise, and decided to post here.
    Scotty #1099 Depthpower Compact Electric Downrigger
    Big Jon SportsŪ - Big Water Manual Downrigger
    Does anyone have any experience with any of these downriggers, or maybe had a chance to compare?
    Thanks
    Good luck on your purchase. I have not used either- I use a Cannon Uni-Troll 10 STX for 10+ years 12 lb ball. No issues, FYI use a Snubber above the ball (Scotty has a good one), OffShore line releases are good too, what type of mount and location will be used for your DR?

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