Marker Buoy Modification

[Bronson]

A couple of times, I've noticed a few fishermen on TV using an "H" style marker buoy with what looks like a small wooden dowel rod of 3-4 inches on the outside of the "H" on diagonal corners (total 2 dowels).

The only reason I can think they do this is because it may turn over a little slower and is less likely to twist and hang, taking the buoy down.

Has anyone tried this and if so, how does it work for you?

[SeaRay]

I would think the dowels were handles they use to rewind the line. H ones should be more stable in the wind, but my round ones have weight in them to lessen the effect of wind.

["G"]

Think your right SeaRay

[shadboy]

They are handles for winding. It speeds up the process tremendously and your hands don't get as wet.

[Bronson]

Thanks for clearing that up. May have to try to make a couple of my own and see how they do.