Trolling Rod for Green Bay

[Sweet November]

Anybody out there use the same trolling rod/reel combo for both walleyes and muskies on Green Bay? I'm getting into trolling and would like any input!

Also, what is the preferred terminal tackle for trolling cranks/spinners these days? Is a fluorocarbon leader the norm now with a snap at the end?

Any other tips for trolling, specifically Green Bay would be much appreciated. I just purchased a new boat and need to outfit the rig with rods/reels/rod holders/tackle.

Thanks, Craig

[JJ Scully]

Craig, I don't troll for musky but do troll for walleye on the bay. I've been using the ugly stick CAL 1100 as do alot of others. With the Accudepth plus reels in the 27 size. They work great for trolling harnesses or cranks behind planer boards. Let me know if you have any questions I'm only about a half hour north of you.

[Sweet November]

Originally Posted by JJ Scully

Craig, I don't troll for musky but do troll for walleye on the bay. I've been using the ugly stick CAL 1100 as do alot of others. With the Accudepth plus reels in the 27 size. They work great for trolling harnesses or cranks behind planer boards. Let me know if you have any questions I'm only about a half hour north of you.

Thanks! I have a little experience with Green Bay, but really plan on getting my feet wet this season.

I think I'll be doing most of my trolling with a Terrova 80 IPilot. The boat I recently ordered is the Lund Impact 1775. Can't wait to get it...

Craig

[antlers & eyes]

Originally Posted by JJ Scully

Craig, I don't troll for musky but do troll for walleye on the bay. I've been using the ugly stick CAL 1100 as do alot of others. With the Accudepth plus reels in the 27 size. They work great for trolling harnesses or cranks behind planer boards. Let me know if you have any questions I'm only about a half hour north of you.

x2. currently I use 8'6" cabelas telescoping rods with daiwa sealines (3). after spending time on this website, I am going to get 3 more set ups which are the Ugly Stik Cal 1100 (7' I believe) and Daiwa Accudepth like mentioned. the accudepths are simialer to the sealine. they are a little cheaper and use bushings intead of bearings, but still are supposed to be pretty good reels.

[Sweet November]

Originally Posted by antlers & eyes

x2. currently I use 8'6" cabelas telescoping rods with daiwa sealines (3). after spending time on this website, I am going to get 3 more set ups which are the Ugly Stik Cal 1100 (7' I believer) and Daiwa Accudepth like mentioned. the accudepths are simialer to the sealine. they are a little cheaper and use bushings intead of bearings, but still are supposed to be pretty good reels.

Thanks guys, sounds like I should take a look at the Ugly Stik Cal 1100's. Any other input out there?

Is the standard line for most trollers 10 lb. mono? What weighting system is most utilized? Rubbercore?

Any tips for gear or trolling tactics are much appreciated...

Craig

[JJ Scully]

On the bay I use 15 lb Trilene big game line for my main line. I like to have a little strech when trolling with planer boards. As far as weights I have found that if the water is calm inline trolling weights work and are easier to use but if the bay is rolling snap weights work better. You can find lots of info on both here on Walleye Central. And if you want when the season gets started get in touch with me and I would go out with you for a few hours and show you everything that you need to know to get started. I make my own sinkers and harnesses and would have more than enough to get you started.

[rut n strut]

Starting out I used Diawa Heartland rods with Okuma 20 for walleyes. From there I went to Accudepth reels and now Sealine 27's. and Ugly Stick rods. I like the 8'3" light action rods. I am sure the 7'ers work great too. I've also used these rods as downrigger rods for salmon. I've always used 10lb XT clear for line. You will want to learn how to use 1 oz inline weights, snap weights, and bottom bouncers at times. Some of my best days have been simply using a splitshot in front of my snap swivel. There's always something to learn out hear and I am by no means an expert, but feel free to PM me and I can help you out with more details that work for me.

[shorthanded]

8'6" walleye angler series rods WA86T-T, great rods, 1pc, telescope down to 7'2"

I believe they are being discontinued, but bass pro still has some

[Sweet November]

Thanks for the advice guys, much appreciated. My new boat can store 7' rods in the center and 8' in the side; so I'll probably give the nod to the 7'.

Sounds like 10-12 lb. mono is a popular choice. I'm looking forward to learning GB this year; I live 5 minutes from the Suamico launch.

Any other tips, advice on trolling the west shore of GB would be great!

Craig