03-30-2025, 07:42 PM
I think the downrigger is the best option. You don't feel the fish hit, that's true, but when a big fish pulls the line out of the clip, that's pretty exciting.
I've used dipsy divers, mostly in the ocean fishing for silvers. They are worse than leadcore for the feeling of reeling in weight and just as inaccurate for determining your depth. They also require a leader that is almost as long as your rod which makes it tough to net a fish in many cases.
I wouldn't bother with dipsys, pink ladys, or any of the other divers when you have a downrigger. That's a step backwards in my mind.
I've used dipsy divers, mostly in the ocean fishing for silvers. They are worse than leadcore for the feeling of reeling in weight and just as inaccurate for determining your depth. They also require a leader that is almost as long as your rod which makes it tough to net a fish in many cases.
I wouldn't bother with dipsys, pink ladys, or any of the other divers when you have a downrigger. That's a step backwards in my mind.