I'm wanting to buy some planer boards. Any recommendations on brand? Thanks...
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I'm wanting to buy some planer boards. Any recommendations on brand? Thanks...
OffShore Tackle.......click on their logo at the bottom of the page
Thanks G! Which size would you recommend for crappie on Sardis/Enid?Quote:
Originally Posted by "G"
I don't have any but the ones I have used fishing with others were the large ones with the tell tail flags
Thanks. I was guessing that the large ones are the ones to buy. I want boards that will work well in the rough water we often get at Sardis in the summertime.
The yellow OR-12's with the tattle-tail flag kit are the ones you want to pull bandits with on the big four.
yep that be it
I am in agreement with all for the Off Shore OR-12 (Big Boards) with the tattle flag kits (the tattle flag kits now come in an "economy" version so you don't have to buy parts you already have.).
Was that what yall were using last fall on Nader, wont get much ruffer than that?Quote:
Originally Posted by Tommy Skarlis
It was the Off Shore OR-12 with the Tattle Flag Kit - 2nd place was using them as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rees Guide
Waterbugz. Call Jeff. order the ones with 2 strips of foam. have been using them for 6 years. Best value and product out there. Tried them all.
http://www.waterbugz.com/
For the Off Shore OR-12's that we won the Championship with: http://www.offshoretackle.com/planerboards.html (The two boards on the bottom of the page - Left and a Right)
For the Tattle Flag Economy Kit: http://www.offshoretackle.com/OR12TFEK.html
Also - the Owner of the Company and his son handle the public relations side of things - and you can always pm me with questions!
Best - Tommy
Thanks for the links Tommy
How much weight can they handle if ya pull bottom bouncers? :)Quote:
Originally Posted by yikess
I use them pulling 3oz inline weights on Lake Huron for walleye. Off shore is a top notch company
Right side http://www.franksgreatoutdoors.com/s...starboard.html
Left side http://www.franksgreatoutdoors.com/s...left-port.html
Flag kits http://www.franksgreatoutdoors.com/t...grade-kit.html
I don't see the cheaper flag kits on franks page. But if you call them I know they have them in the store. I was in there on Saturday and they stock them. They also sell in the store a 2 pack left and right board with tattle flags and a real nice bag to hold the boards when not in use for about 65$ just call them these guys are great and will help you out
http://northwoodsoutlet.net/store/in...roduct_id=2417
I have 4 of these and for the price, nobody has one any better. Everything needed is there and the flag is operational, not just for looks.
How do they ride rough water? I hear the Offshore rides better than some of the other boards. They don't dive into the water like some do. Have you used yours yet? I like the price!!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by mrdux
I found these also with the tattle flag setup. Reviews said the clips are hard to figure out because they didn't come with instructions.
http://www.cabelas.com/product/ADVAN...2-001b2166c62d
I have only used mine for pulling 300s or the c55 Chinese cranks. They ride slightly nose high with those tied on and seem to take the chop very well. It has been too rough on KY Lake lately to get the boards out. Once we hit dog days with calm winds, you can bet I'll have them all tied on with cranks behind them.Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRiverMarine
One thing I forgot to mention--they have an adjustable sliding weight in the bottom so you can adjust the nose attitude.
The Off Shore's handle rough water the best - as well as pulling heavy items like bottom bouncers, Bandit 300's etc. Made in America, Father and Son ran company (they are the ones that answer the emails and questions from anglers) and sponsors of this site.
Just click here to see all of Off Shore Tackles Products http://www.offshoretackle.com/
And they are a major sponsor of C.C
Them are the same boards that Doug is talkin about. Optis only with Cabelas name on them and a higher price.Quote:
Originally Posted by BigRiverMarine
Tommy, got a question. What type and size line do you use pulling these boards?Quote:
Originally Posted by Tommy Skarlis
Ether opti tackle boards are cheep knock offs of off shore tackle and they are made in China where patents don't apply. Off shores are made in Michigan where I live and the owner is a super nice guy and fisherman just like us. I have seen the opti stuff in the north woods store and the price is tempting but I can get over the fact that they copied the off shore board and made it a lot cheaper out of creeper material
I used off shore boards in 3 1/2 footers over the weekend and they did just fine
A little info about Off Shore boards for crappie. Rod size, line, etc.http://www.ms-sportsman.com/details.php?id=625
I prefer a dual planer and mast setup, especially if you are pulling two or more wide.
what happens to the board when you hook up??? what keeps it on the line?? Either it releases or it stays put. Which?
You can set then up either way. Go to You Tube and watch a few videos.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gomer Snerd
Guys, when I posted the link for the Opti boards at Northwoods, I had no intention of stepping on any toes or stirring up any controversy. I found those boards at a good price and have been happy with their performance. By posting that, I hoped somebody who wouldn't be inclined or able to spend more $$ on the other brands might be able to spring for those and try a new technique.
I am self-employed and struggling in this economy. I appreciate when I'm able to save a few bucks on an item that I might or might not use regularly. I appreciate quality in a tool when it is one I will use daily to make my living. I also buy some tools at Harbor Freight that I might use once a month or once a year. I know they are not the same quality but since I'm rarely using it, I can make do with lesser quality/price. Same thought applies to the planers.
I realize some here are sponsored by companies or receive discounts on some manufacturers stuff. I would be pushing that stuff also. I'm one of those who is using a boat that is 15 years old with an engine that is almost 20 years old. I had to settle for the smaller screen electronics because that is all I could afford but I make it all work for me.
I have 4 Off-Shore mini boards in my boat as well as a pair of Church minis. They all work fine for my application. I also have 4 of the Optis and so far have been happy with them. I just want folks to think about dissing a product that some may be happy with. We could all diss the Okuma reels, B&M rods, and many other items we use most every trip to the lake that are also built in China. I buy US when I can but don't lose any sleep if I have a Chinese crank bait (Bandits are now built in China) tied on line that was made in China that is tied onto a reel that was made in China that is mounted on a rod that was made in China.
I asked about what happens to the board because I have a couple of "sidewinder" boards from a Canada fly in trip and the line runs through them so when you pull line out of release they slide down the line to a swivel to which is attached a leader and bait. Looks like both clips on other boards are designed to release. Or do they only release from one while the line runs freely through the other one? Then there are a gazillion types of release. Which one and why?
I set all of mine up so they will slide down the line to within a few feet of the hooks. Some of them I've added a snap swivel so this will happen. On some of the mini boards, it takes some effort to get the line to release so they will slide down. Sometimes I have to release them at the boat while reeling the fish in.
I agreeQuote:
Originally Posted by mrdux
Opti's with tattle flag---18.99
Offshore with cheaper flag kit--32.98
Almost 2 for 1, and I bet they work great on my Chinese reels, my Chinese rods, and my Chinese cranks. I would prefer made in the USA, but for half price--get REAL.
You Tube shows both techniques.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gomer Snerd
With a planerboard and mast setup---- Planerboard line (heavy Dacron) is tied directly to boards. A shower curtain ring with a release is then clipped to the planerboard line (set crank the distance back, then place shower curtain ring on planerboard line and clip fishing line in, then let out a little fishing line to set the width (the ring slides out to the board)). When a fish strikes the fishing line is released and you reel in the fish as normal. Occasionally smaller fishes won't release but a quick upward snap of the rod will cause the line to release.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gomer Snerd
http://www.luckylures.nl/sweden_2011/troll6.jpg
With a inline planerboard---- The planerboard is attached directly to the fishing line (through a ring) and also a release is used. When a fish hits, the release trips and the planerboard quits pulling and slides down the fishing line (via the ring).
http://www.offshoretackle.com/images/tradmeth.jpg
You can set it up either way. I prefer to not let them release and take the board off at the boat. With the OR-34 Mini boards, you want to twist a loop in the line and pinch the loop in the release. That will make it easy to trip by just giving the line a little snap. I use the OR-16 release on the back, which holds the board in place after it is tripped. A pin in the center of the pad keeps it securely attached to the line. Heres how I rig them:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mcBT_Z-lUvs
I use 10 pound Trilene XT which is a monofilament. It is the same line (diameter is important) that they used when originally compiling the Precision Trolling dive curves.Quote:
Originally Posted by cray
With Planer Boards - Especially the big ones like Off Shore Or-12's, An angler will buy a set that will last pretty much for their lifetime. I know guys that are using Off Shores they got over 20 years ago.
With that being said - The best investment by far would be the Off Shores.