Trolling depth...

bogggar1

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Let's say I am trolling on calm water at 2mph [gps speed] with 100' of downrigger cable out with a 10lb ball... how can u gage what depth ur ball is really running??? Is there a tool or an angle gage that helps a guy know about where it is??? Maybe a mathmatical formula to calculate actual depth??? I understand there is quite a few varibles to factor in to this equation but is there a way to get it close??? I am sick of guessing!!!:cool:
 

Bondo

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Re: Trolling depth...

Run it Down til it Hits bottom,+ Check your Depth Finder.........
 

phishvt

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Re: Trolling depth...

You can also try turning up the sensitivity on your fish finder (and turn off fish icons, if you have the option) - this may allow you to see your downrigger balls and their depth.
 
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