Thread: power trolling questions

Do most of you use 2 oz. weights or larger . what speed do you normally use ? when using jigs do you use larger than those you use spider rigging ?Line size ?Do you tip with minnows at higher speeds? I know there are no absolutes with speed, size,ect . but looking for average information .

I determine my weight size based on the depth of water I am fishing. In 10-15ft I run a 1oz weight, 15-20ft 2oz weight, 20ft+ 3oz weight. I vary my speed from .8-1.5mph with happy median around 1-1.1mph. I use the new BnM Power Trollers with BnM Pro 100 spinning reel, 10lb Gamma High Vis for main line and 10lb Clear for leaders. I like the Capps and Coleman style setup with Crappie Magnet Fin Spin 1/16oz on top hook and 1/8oz on bottom hook. The Fin Spins have a willow leaf blade that turns really fast providing a ton of flash and vibration, the blades come in Silver and Gold. Gold has been my favorite in stained water. I like the Bobby Garland Stroll R and Fin Commander Slab Curly grubs with Chart/Black and Chart/Blue colors. I will tip with minnows or crappie nibbles when the bite is tough. Don't be afraid to mix up your bait offerings and choices, let the fish tell you what they want? Water clarity, wind, sun vs cloudy changes daily, so be open minded. I also like a Arkie Minnow Teaser tipped with Minnow on top and bottom when bite gets finicky. I hope this helps, good fishing!