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  1. Yankee Troller
    The problem with the 200khz is the cone angle is very narrow. You'll have a hard time marking your cannonballs, and you'll see less fish. I never point guys in the direction of the DI units. Your best bet might be to purchase and AIRMAR P66 transom transducer.
  2. Yankee Troller
    Do you know what traditional sonar frequencies you have with that? If you just have 200khz you're not going to be happy with that for trolling. If you can get 83khz you're golden. Sometimes 200 is called high chirp and 83 is called medium chirp. Sometimes I've seen with the DI they don't give you 83khz. I run with the chart speed turned all the way up. If I'm 40' or less I'm running switchfire on clear. Over 40' I have it turned to max. For sensitivity you want it just high enough to see your Cannonball. I don't mess with the contrast setting.
  3. Yankee Troller
    What transducer are you running? Sent from my Pixel 5 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
  4. Yankee Troller
    Nope! Sea Trial and (if it's big enough) survey are a must. I'd also like to see a leak down or compression check on the engine(s). Sent from my Pixel 5 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
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    It's been good to me.
  6. Yankee Troller
    I've had Rochester Reel Repair do some work for me as well. Very pleased with his service.
  7. Yankee Troller
    Been happy with the Aftco Hydronaut suit I got from FishUSA. I think I'm going on season 3 with it now. It's not the insulated one, but I may buy that one soon for those colder days.
  8. Yankee Troller
    Nice choice. I run that one too. ,
  9. Yankee Troller
    We use the SS version 75% of the time. If we have to get in skinny water to chase the colored water (<6-8') then we switch over to the S3's. We've had really good success, after the morning bite, sliding out to 10-25' of water and pulling the larger LS. In my head I feel the fish can pick out the bait easier in the deeper water. We also tend to use the LS in dirty water. Again, in my head I feel the fish can feel the larger profile pushing more water. Sent from my Pixel 5 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
  10. Yankee Troller
    We don't have much for staff right now. I'd wait until Spring. We start to ramp up staffing 4/1.
  11. Yankee Troller
    $175 for summer storage at Krenzer's. It's 1/2 mile from the launch on RT14 Sent from my Pixel 5 using Lake Ontario United mobile app
  12. Yankee Troller
    I'm running the stock ones, but we are experimenting with the Sam's Pro Release.
  13. Yankee Troller
    15lb Torpedos that are found at Fat Nancy's, or 20lb Sharks.
  14. Yankee Troller
    Down to 125' I will run a 15lb weight, anything deeper I go to a 20lb weight.
  15. Yankee Troller
    It's that time of year when things are slow and you're thinking about fishing Lake Ontario, so while you're in your car or hanging at home check out the podcast I did with Great Lakes Fishing Podcast about fishing the Oak.
  16. Yankee Troller
    Typically, Spring is when sticks work best for Salmon. Once they get out past that 40' range they seem to not be as productive. They can shine again when the stagers show back up in the skinny water. Generally in both of those times gawdy colors are best. Bay Rat Lures makes a LD and a LXD that work great and don't get busted up by the mighty King Salmon. You can find those sticks at FishUSA - Bay Rats Pics for proof: https://www.instagram.com/p/CHa1VgeAK-U/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://www.instagram.com/p/B_IF7vVgvsH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
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    I'm with the marina owner the next few days in FL. I will run it past him. As for gear I'd suggest looking at FishUSA. They work with LOTSA and they are located on the Great Lakes. If you use that link I get credit for the sale.
  18. Yankee Troller
    Nice!
  19. Yankee Troller
    Early in the season Shumway should have slips if you're looking for a dock. Otherwise, there is a nice launch on the West side of the river by Charlotte Beach. Places to stay I'd look at AirBnB or find a hotel in Greece or Webster.
  20. Yankee Troller
    We have a lot to store your boat at Krenzer Marine when not in use. PM me if you want details.
  21. Yankee Troller
    No, but I have a Riptide Ulterra 72"/112lb slightly used if you're interested
  22. Yankee Troller
    Seagate 60: 500 copper with 150yds of 50lb braid backing 400 copper with 300yds of 50lb braid backing Seagate 50 - I have a pair, but I'm not sure what they hold for capacity. I know I have 10 colors of lead on them, but not sure of the backing?.
  23. Yankee Troller
    So, if your HELIX is a 'N' unit, which means it's "Networkable" then as long as the TM has Link all you need is a Lakemaster NorthEast card for everything in NYS except Lake Erie. I see you're from Buffalo. If you want Lake Erie you will need the Great Lakes Lakemaster card. You will need an Ethernet Dongle to connect the ethernet cord that comes with the TM to the HELIX. The links above are all safe. This is my new Marine Electronics e-commerce site. If you haven't bought the trolling motor yet let me know if I can win your business. I work out of a full service marina in Sodus Point, NY. These products ship directly from my distributor.
  24. Yankee Troller
    There's not much help, and the cold water doesn't give you much time. In my opinion fishing the shoreline you have a chance, but offshore cell service is spotty and if anything happens it's over.
  25. Yankee Troller
    So Sad. Always enjoyed our chats. He was always smiling. Great guy who will truly be missed.
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