Where to mount planner board reels

[Top Dog]

I bought a new boat and I’m looking to mount a planner board reel. I want one that’s is not permanent because I spend most of the time in the salt. There’s not much room on the side of the pilot house. Any ideas?  

[John E Powell]

Steiger Craft Miami? A friend has Cisco retrievers on his 255. He uses a rail mount on the rear cabin grips and run the line up to the front of the hardtop. Use a rail mount on the top handrail with a short offset to hold the pulley just clear of the hardtop. Power switches are installed inside cabin near the reel’s do you can reach and operate both easily.

[Top Dog]

Yes it’s a 23 DV Miami. I will only be using planner boards a couple of times a year so probably won’t get power reels. Any chance you could get a picture though? 

[Beagler]

I would mount to the top hand rails.

[John E Powell]

I don't have any pictures, but I sent you a message with more detailed info and links to everything he's using to make it work smoothly, it's a proven way to rig reels for big boards on that boat.

[Dirtyhooker]

I bought a new boat and I’m looking to mount a planner board reel. I want one that’s is not permanent because I spend most of the time in the salt. There’s not much room on the side of the pilot house. Any ideas?  

Traxtech reels to risers on rocket launcher

Zoom in on pictures for more detail mast is Cisco mounted on bow pulpit 4 bolts to remove


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[Rookie Fisherman]

Here is how I mounted mine on the hard top. Switch is just inside the pilot house so I can reach the line and switch at the same time when needed. Had Cisco make the arm for the pulleys a little longer. Works perfect.

Edited January 14, 2021 by Rookie Fisherman

[Firechief48]

Same mounting area but manual and mounted to the hard top.

 

 

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