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I would like to rig my boat for trolling with a spider rig. I would really like to see what others have done. If possible I would like to see them in person. I live in Clinton and if anyone near me has a bass boat setup with a spider rig, I would love to come look at it and ask many questions.
Any help would be greatly appreciated
I live in Ridgeland, and have a 16' Bass Tracker Pro with a seven rod spider rig on the bow. I really like it but I've only been doing this for a few months. You are welcome to check out my boat any time. (I do work a lot of hours, but we'll be able to work out a time.) PM me with contact info.
Right now, I'm checking out rod holders for "pulling chranks", which I've been trying to figure out. Still checking.
Also, check out all the responses to "Pulling Chranks101" thread from a few days ago. Lots of good info and pictures.
majflyboy-- check out Driftmaster web site. Look at the T-5100 ones. They are great and very sturdy. I have them on the back of my boat and they are great. If you need me to I can send you some pictures of the way my whole boat is set-up. Let me know if I can help.
+1 on the Driftmaster T-5100. I had them on my alumacraft and movingg em this week to the War Eagle. I do not think you can beat them for pulling cranks.
I'm in Brandon and would be glad to show you how my boat is rigged out. Actually I will be doing a complete overhaul on my boat this weekend. I will be installing all Driftmaster products on my boat. I will have the T-bar system with gunslingers on the front, The T-5100 for cranks on the back sides and 2 of the double rod holders on the back. I will be installing this Sunday if you would like to check it out.
thanks for the replies so far.
Mississippi slab, is yours a bass boat? I guess my biggest concern is stowing the TM with rod holders in place. I am sure there is an easy answer, but not having any experience I just don't know without seeing. I have a ranger 354 and my bow does have a good amount of room. I just want to make sure I don't go thru a lot of learning cost to get to the right setup for my boat. Thanks for ya'lls patience with a newbie. Thank you majflyboy
My boat is a custom built F&F. It was my first attempt at designing my own boat. My partner MSCRAPPIE33 has a bass boat though and he will be helping me with my trolling racks this weekend. There are racks out there that move to allow the trolling motor to go down though.
I live in Clinton. I have a Ranger and a G-3 with a stick. Both are set up for spider rig and long line perch jerking.
My cell is 601-750-1745 if you want to come by. You are wise to look at the different set ups unless you like to drill and redrill.
Those F&F's are sure hard to beat. I gotta War Eagle now but I sure miss my F&F.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mississippi Slab
Anyone use a fiberglass bass boat for spider rigging and pulling cranks. I have a Nitro 770LX I might want to try this. Any pics appreciated.
Indeed pic's please. Also in the process of rigging one for this year.
They will all be generally rigged the same but with fiberglass ya got to be careful of where ya mounts them.
I dont have any pics of my dads boat(its fiberglass) but its done somewhat similar to the way mine is.
Here is a pic of my set up
http://i47.photobucket.com/albums/f1...4/IMG_0537.jpg
I don't know how to post the pictures but I have some good ones of my boat if someone could help. I have a 2000 Nitro 901 with the new Driftmaster Crappie Stalkers up front and the T-5100's on the back for pulling cranks.
[QUOTE=duckkiller;999308]I dont have any pics of my dads boat(its fiberglass) but its done somewhat similar to the way mine is.
Looks good dk! You have the same rod holders as me, they are dandy, and cheap too.
Check your private mail!
Yea Rust at LTL always sold em down here and now he has bought the company that made them. I always fished out of his place at Talquin super nice guy always willing to help. In fact just called him to get a quote for 2 more for the back of my boat like the ones on the front.
Ms email your pics to [email protected] and I will post them for ya
MSCRAPPIE, I had the same problem just a few months age, now I'm a picture posting machine.:eek: Here is the link that taught me how to do it.Quote:
Originally Posted by MSCRAPPIE33
http://www.crappie.com/crappie/kentu...tml#post837357
I hope this helps. I still had questions after reading this, so if you do too, just ask, we'll try to help.;)
1gritts I would like to thank you for taking some of your time today to show me your rigs. Seeing them was very helpful to me. I really enjoyed spending some time with you and gaining some very important info. Thanks again and maybe we can get on the water some time soon. ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by 1gritts
This is a great site. Very helpful and full of friendly people.
Bear, hope to see some pictures of how you decide to rig your boat, and pics of the crappie you catch with it.
Maj, Thanks for the info. I will call him and see if I can go take a look. Sounds like you may be on to something. Thanks again for all of the help and info I have recieved here. Great site.
Bear, I'm rigging a Stratos 18.5' right now. Placing 4 sets of hi-tek holders as well as mounting a Terrova w/ Ipilot if you want to check it out. Call me RICK 601.503.4566...I'm in North Jackson.
I ordered 4 sets of the hitek 4 rod systems Friday. I can't wait to install them on my G3.
Thanks Rick, I will call you.Quote:
Originally Posted by sac-a-lait
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maynard that's cool. I wish I could use them but i don't have anywhere to use something like that.
I'm new to the forum, but do know some of the guys I see here. If you will let me look at your boat, I feel sure I can come up with something you will like. I have my own invention of pole holders and everyone that has one is extremely happy with it.
How about showing us some pictures? :)Quote:
Originally Posted by E-Z Poleholder
As I said, I'm new here so I will try to attach a pic. Thanks for asking. Maybe this will work. Kinda like minnows, they will catch crappie or die trying.
Gene
Clean looking!
right there
Are those Uncle Bucks poles?Quote:
Originally Posted by E-Z Poleholder
Those look almost exactly like the one's the gug in Madison custom fit to my boat yesterday.
Those look good Maj. The HiTeks that I ordered will be delivered Wednesday.
I know it's hard waiting on something you've ordered for your boat.:) GOT TO HAVE IT RIGHT STINKING NOW!!! :eek::eek: I know, I'm now waiting on my HB 788ci Dual Beam Plus w/internal GPS combo with Nav lakes card. HURRY UP!!:DQuote:
Originally Posted by G-3 Fisherman
YES, THEY ARE..Quote:
Originally Posted by G-3 Fisherman
THEY ARE THE SAME. CALL ME WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE.Quote:
Originally Posted by majflyboy