Downrigger Bombs

[rodd33]

hi all, just purchased a new downriggger in the hope of catching my first kingy this summer, was just after some advice on what size bomb i should use, i will be fishing in botany bay, any advise would be much appreciated, cheers rod, also how long should i run my line off the bomb

Edited November 23, 2010 by rodd33

[Maiders]

A 7lb bomb should cover most circumstances just fine mate.

As for the depth it would depend what your targeting. If your using a sounder it makes it easier as you can see what depth bait schools and fish are holding up at. I am sure some others can help further on this one... I would imagine most would suggest that Kings would be from midwater down and that you should have the bait above the fish.

Edited November 23, 2010 by Maiders

[rodd33]

thx 4 the reply maiders, yea i ment how far should i leave set my bait off the bomb, i do have a sounder, cheers Rod

Edited November 23, 2010 by rodd33

[Maiders]

thx 4 the reply maiders, yea i ment how far should i leave set my bait off the bomb, i do have a sounder, cheers Rod

Some people use 6-10ft drop backs however most people seem to prefer longer drop backs especially if the kingies are a bit shy. I think 15-20ft would allow a fair amount of movement in most live baits. Its important to have confidence in what your doing so choose a distance that you feel happy with. Alter it if your not getting results.

[Guest Aussie007]

the bomb weight would depend on your downrigger make and model dont just go running any weight as u could loose the whole lot over the side ive used a 4lb weight out the front of the south botany head worked perfect at 20ft for 85cm kingys

[rodd33]

thx gazza and maiders , information is much appreciated, cheers rod