02-14-2021, 12:26 AM
Of the options, I'd rail mount the new downriggers in front of the existing downriggers. You can fish the rear downriggers straight out the back and extend the booms on the front rail mounted downriggers to fish off to the side. If you didn't have mounted riggers now, I'd say mount them on the back of the boat where your rod holders are now. But, since you already have them mounted, I don't see you'll get any benefit from moving them that justifies the effort in moving them, especially if the mounts are welded to the rail.
If things get windy or snotty, you don't want to be sending people out onto the offshore platform to bring in the downriggers. You also can't see them as well from the driving position which could result in some unpleasantness.
I think Liketrolling is asking if the mounts you have are strong enough to prevent your downrigger from being slammed backwards in rough winds and seas with a 10 pound ball.
I'd also consider some electric riggers. It increases fishing production significantly.
If things get windy or snotty, you don't want to be sending people out onto the offshore platform to bring in the downriggers. You also can't see them as well from the driving position which could result in some unpleasantness.
I think Liketrolling is asking if the mounts you have are strong enough to prevent your downrigger from being slammed backwards in rough winds and seas with a 10 pound ball.
I'd also consider some electric riggers. It increases fishing production significantly.