ch312 Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 (edited) seeing as i've had a couple frustrating moments while fishing alone and setting lines (riggers, planer boards, dipsys), what are the methods you guys are using to make trolling as stress free as possible? is there anything i can do to help keep the boat tracking straight while setting lines, unhooking fish, etc? it's a 17' g3 angler with bow mount, 90hp outboard, and no kicker. Edited August 28, 2012 by ch312 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunker777 Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 101 lb Minn kota Terrova with I pilot..... set the "auto pilot" heading/speed.... problem solved now, if you DON'T have an extra $1750 bucks laying around.... I would think maybe slowing the troll down / face the wind to get set up ... once set, get comfy and set trolling speed ??? Im not much help though, I dont troll often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skippy jr Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 you always wanna have the boat going as slow as possible not to slow but anough to were the boat is moving. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ch312 Posted August 28, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 101 lb Minn kota Terrova with I pilot..... set the "auto pilot" heading/speed.... problem solved now, if you DON'T have an extra $1750 bucks laying around.... I would think maybe slowing the troll down / face the wind to get set up ... once set, get comfy and set trolling speed ??? Im not much help though, I dont troll often. geez, why do people insist on making me aware of these nice toys seeing as we're pretty sure there's a bun in the oven ( ) and the money tree is a bit strained, how about some free/cheap solutions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy v Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 I rig alone often,I have a 17 lund tiller with an 80 yamaha.There is a lever on the motor that allows me to loosen or tighten the steering,when alone I set lines going with any wave action with the steering fairly tight.Once set I do loosen it a bit , not too much because if a rod goes off you need some boat control.Once you do it a few times you become a lot more comfortable going solo.I always make sure I have my PFD on and kill switch attached,good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 Bungee! Great advice above with the PFD and kill switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Nelson Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 Tightning steering isnt helpful if there is a strong breeze. Slow the boat down, and set up with the wind behind the boat. You shouldnt have any issues doin it that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave524 Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 I fished a lot of years solo back in the old days when the rule was one rod, always prefered the fight from a stationary boat Run 2 rods when searching for fish, but if you get into fish good consider going to one rod, leave motor in gear till the rigger is cleared if down , then kill the motor Sames a lot of agrivation trying to fight steer net and land a fish and maybe saves money on lost tackle and time from untangling a mess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sinker Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 As said, troll with the wind. Its much easier than going into the wind. The bungee works well too. S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BFSC Kevin Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 I use my ipilot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIFTER_016 Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 seeing as i've had a couple frustrating moments while fishing alone and setting lines (riggers, planer boards, dipsys), what are the methods you guys are using to make trolling as stress free as possible? is there anything i can do to help keep the boat tracking straight while setting lines, unhooking fish, etc? it's a 17' g3 angler with bow mount, 90hp outboard, and no kicker. I replaced my helm because the original one tended to let the wheel turn when you let the steering wheel go due to the vibration on the motor. It would quickly start turning right and you had to keep adjusting your course. A major pain while trying to set riggers. My original helm was one of THESE I replaced it with one of THESE The difference is the new one has a built in clutch that holds the wheel steady when you let go. Just get your course straight and go set lines. Wind will still blow you off course but life is much easier with the NFB helm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunker777 Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 geez, why do people insist on making me aware of these nice toys seeing as we're pretty sure there's a bun in the oven ( ) and the money tree is a bit strained, how about some free/cheap solutions? haha Sorry, I just had to do it. This is my first year with mine and trolling with the I-pilot is awesome ! BUT .... I think an addition to the family trumps the addition to the boat any day ! Hopefully the "pretty sure" turns into a FORSURE ! Good luck with your up coming journey ! Its a wild/scary/amazing ride... I just did it March 27th ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joeytier Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 you always wanna have the boat going as slow as possible not to slow but anough to were the boat is moving. Nope. I've always found the exact opposite to be true. If anything, I'll throttle up a bit to get my lines set up, especially in a chop. Definitely easier/faster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishAbout Posted August 28, 2012 Report Share Posted August 28, 2012 Get a autopilot. Raymarine http://www.raymarine.com/ProductDetail.aspx?SITE=1&SECTION=2&PAGE=1839&PRODUCT=4189 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvette1 Posted August 29, 2012 Report Share Posted August 29, 2012 garmin tr-1 auto pilot if you troll a lot it's a must Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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