one way to use planer boards

[americanforkdude]

For those new to planer board fishing, you dont need a mast. It may help and make it more convenient. I made my planer boards out of redwood and all thread. Found the plan online somewhere. Worked like a charm, floated well. I used the planer board line right off the side of the 14' aluminum boat. Used shower curtain rings attached to the release. That way you fought the fish every time and not the planer board. Also made it nice to send out another release rather then bring your planer board back in each time. Very convenient and effective and hassle free. If you have a mast it would help keep tye planer board above water better but don't go stir crazy thinking you need one. My planer board line was maybe 2' above water level with minimal problems.
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