Lake Trout Downrigging

[@CaptainCody7]

Nice work!

[@m.gibson2500]

I like the bimini top setup. Do you have the manufacturer and a retailer where purchased? Thanks in advance.

[@plattinumfishing]

Google "marine mart 6 rod rocket launcher" and it will come up.

[@geospaceangler5373]

Nice video....what model and size Lund you have? Looks like a 1675 Impact.

[@plattinumfishing]

Thanks!! You're close, it's the 1650 Rebel. It's been an amazing boat for me. Only has the 60hp but still does 34mph and trolls down to walleye speeds nicely.

[@michaeltorgerson6657]

Nice fish! How far back is your gang troll from your release clip? Thanks.

[@plattinumfishing]

Thanks! 30ft back from release clip. 70-100ft deep. Generally within 5 ft of bottom but have caught many suspended fish on this setup as well

[@Dave-vs1cn]

great vid! , im trying to learn how to find these fish just got a downrigger and fish finder. any tips?

[@plattinumfishing]

depends on where you're fishing, but if you're trying to catch lakers they will be deep this time of year when the surface temps are high. Try looking in 70-120ft deep close to shoals or breaks. They are easy to spot on bottom with sonar. Then drag flutter spoons or "spin n glos" close to bottom. Using gang trolls or flashers in front of your baits will get you more action as well.

[@Dave-vs1cn]

@@plattinumfishing Thank you so much!

[@goodbyemr.anderson5065]

Nice fishing boys. That's how she's done.

[@farmerstwist]

What kind of line are you using?

[@plattinumfishing]

25lb trilene big game mono with 25lb seaguar fluoro leader

[@farmerstwist]

@@plattinumfishing thanks

[@Ben546]

Nice video. How does your boat handle the big lakes? Do you have to keep an eye on the weather?

[@plattinumfishing]

Ben546 Thanks! It handles big water very well for a 16.5 ft boat. It's a lund rebel 1650. I watch the forecast closely before going.

[@jamesathendune9026]

What lures do you recommend?

[@plattinumfishing]

Spin n glo rigs are amazing if you're downrigging for lakers. Google "spin n glo lake trout" there is lots of tutorials out there how to rig them. Also mag size spoons in green, chartreuse or watermelon take a lot of heavier fish.