Cannon Retro Ease Downrigger Ball Retriever

Tom Nelson from the Outdoor Line radio show on 710 ESPN Seattle demonstrates how to install a Cannon Retro Ease downrigger ball retriever to make reaching your downrigger balls so much easier.

[@thomasbeckett1245]

I only went on the ocean a few times , I saw these devices used, but no one explained it. Thanks 🙏 for taking the time. I really appreciate this.

[@TodayWeFish]

I have never heard of a "Mandatory accessory" until now. If it is "mandatory", then maybe Cannon should just include it in the package period.

[@guyh.4553]

So Tom, can a staff with a hook on the end work equally as well? Also, you said keep that tag end. What are we using for? 😁😁😁 Keep up the great work!

[@mmorpgtv9638]

*We tried this out finally yesterday and it worked awesome! **enjoyable.fishing** recommend it’s we put it on our 16 foot aluminum boat and trolled with it. We didn’t catch anything but it was still fun and worked awesome! Can’t wait to use this baby again and hopefully reel in a big ole fish! Very easy to install and set up.*

[@steveski4663]

My Cannon mag 20 dt does NOt have the holes pre drilled in the side...how would I mount the cord stay (cleat )

[@fester8516]

Can anyone tell me what size the screws are that the unit mounts to the side of the downrigger? Mine are lost. Thanks.

[@hedgefund9892]

Nice rig, why put screws in over the water. Drop one and a mess

[@75echo]

If it is mandatory as you say, why does cannon make is pay extra for it ? it would make sense that this small item is included with the very expensive Digi Troll 10 set I just purchased.

[@thomasnelson5524]

Thanks for watching the video and thank-you also for your purchase of the Digi Troll 10's! I'm certain that they will help you catch more fish for many years to come. While referring to the Cannon Retro Ease, I did -with tongue firmly in cheek- use the term "mandatory" and while you can certainly use the downriggers without them, I believe that this inexpensive accessory is well worth it. Good luck and good fishing!

[@neillee3793]

I thought the same thing and was gonna comment, then saw yours!

[@guyh.4553]

Yet another thing to purchase...

[@PARKERBROTHERSPLUMBING]

for the price of these downriggers, they should also come with the boat.

[@75echo]

@@PARKERBROTHERSPLUMBING I totally agree 😁

[@seanthompson5599]

Just buy Scotty Down Riggers.. The whole boom will lift back to you..