{"title":"Rod","description":"Our range of Rods","products":[{"product_id":"snapper-combo","title":"Snapper Combo","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eRod:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: seven feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: spin, two piece, can be mailed meaning delivery not expensive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: graphite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRating: 6 - 12 kilo line, 5\/8 to 1.5 ounce jig heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/downriggershop.com\/pages\/how-to-catch-snapper-soft-plastics\"\u003eMatch the combo to your snapper rig\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Read the snapper soft-plastics guide for casting, drift and weight choices. This rod's listed 5\/8 to 1 1\/2 oz jighead rating suits the heavier end; use a lighter casting outfit for small heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi 4000 spinning reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 320 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear ratio: 5:1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearings: 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine capacity: 170 meters 15 kilo colour change braid (supplied pre spooled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrag: 5.5 kilos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnob: Polished aluminium power knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur new snapper combo. I started testing it in April 2014, mainly popping dolphin fish out at the FADS and casting SPs behind when a kingfish hooked up on the downrigger, close in under the cliffs:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Andy using the Snapper Combo at Bonito Alley\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/andy_using_downrigger_shop_snapper_combo_large.jpg?v=1540078756\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though nothing big encountered, it was casting poppers out of sight. And distance is really important when you’re casting unweighted live baits or soft plastics. The rod tippy, to store casting energy, but with an even not progressive taper to it, meaning the full length acts as a shock absorber on a good one. A light matching size reel gives the combo a nice balance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Two Snapper Combos ready to be shipperd\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/two_fresh_snapper_combos_large.jpg?v=1540078756\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI took it up to the footy field for some distance testing, to find out exactly what it was capable of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Testing the Downrigger Shop's Snapper Combo casting range\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/testing_snapper_combo_cast_range_large.jpg?v=1540078755\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults, best out of three casts:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 inch unweighted soft plastic lure = 41 metres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 gram micro jig= 64 metres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the moon about that because it proved the concept works. The idea with this combo is light weight and long distance casting but with grunt in reserve- in case you hook a big red. Designed for casting poppers to kingfish, SPs and pilchards to snapper, unweighted live baits for dollies, metals for salmon, all as far as possible. Responsive tip, so light bites can be detected. Specifications on the rod:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: seven feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: spin, two piece, can be mailed meaning delivery not expensive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: graphite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRating: 6 - 12 kilo line, 5\/8 to 1.5 ounce jig heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 200 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice: $80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the reel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Two of the Snapper Combo's reels, spooled and ready to go\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/snapper_combo_reels_large.jpg?v=1540078754\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: Ryobi 4000 spinning reel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 320 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear ratio: 5:1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBearings: 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine capacity: 170 meters 15 kilo colour change braid (supplied pre spooled)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrag: 5.5 kilos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnob: Polished aluminium power knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Snapper Combo out in action about to catch great fish\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/snapper_combo_colour_change_braid_large.jpg?v=1540078754\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo $275 for the combo including rod, reel, colour change braid and fluorocarbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoss posted a positive review on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/downrigger\/\" title=\"The Downrigger Shop Facebook page\"\u003eFacebook\u003c\/a\u003e page:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I have one of these reels I've had it for 18 months and I have tried to kill it but it seems indestructible. They are well worth the money it feels a lot smoother than my Daiwa Saltist. Mine has landed a 17kg kingfish jigging off Allmark last winter and did it with ease. For anyone who hasn't got one of these reels you should add one to your collection. You won't be disappointed. Tight lines\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Downriggershop","offers":[{"title":"Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne","offer_id":40104232747057,"sku":"","price":295.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Elsewhere","offer_id":40104232779825,"sku":"","price":335.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/products\/downriggershop_snapper_combo_1.jpg?v=1513549449"},{"product_id":"ryobi-warrior-8000-jigging-combo","title":"Ryobi Warrior 8000 Jigging combo","description":"\u003cp\u003eReel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi Warrior 8000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear ratio 5:1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrag 8.0 kilos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall bearings 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 550 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied prespooled with 190m 50-pound colour change braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished aluminium colour matched reel knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRod:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHercules 24 kilo 2-piece jig stick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength 5.5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 270 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest development for us this year has been the discovery of Ryobi reels. Light, powerful, reliable and well priced, they check every box on an ‘ideal jigging reel’ list:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"The 24 kilo jigging combo in use with our downrigger\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/24_kilo_jig_combo_with_downrigger_large.jpg?v=1542674396\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI fished with mine all through winter 2015, and was super pleased with results and performance, even though I didn’t catch any monsters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Jigging Kingfish with 100 gram jigs on the 24kg combo\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/ryobi_8000_100_gram_jig_kingfish_large.jpg?v=1542674397\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe imported a few trial shipments after proving the reels’ quality and it wasn’t long before clients were sending positive pics and reports. Here’s Scott Phillips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Scott Phillips catching great fish on the Ryobi jig combo\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/scott_phillips_jigging_ryobi_large.jpg?v=1542674397\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd here’s a beauty from Rompin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Marlin caught on the Ryobi warrior 8000 combo\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/marlin_on_the_ryobi_jig_combo_large.jpg?v=1542674396\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s specifications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReel:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi Warrior 8000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGear ratio 5:1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrag 8.0 kilos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall bearings 7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 550 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied prespooled with 190m 50-pound colour change braid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolished aluminium colour matched reel knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drag is so smooth under 8 kilos of load – the same drag setting we use for marlin, on 24 kilo line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing to mention? Ryobi is one of those companies continually upgrading their reels and improving performance each time. The current model we supply not only looks great, it’s great to use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ryobi Warrior 8000 reel from the bottom\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/ryobi_warrior_8000_reel_large.jpg?v=1542674397\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI reckon the reel looks great:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"The Ryobi from the top of the reel\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/top_of_24kg_combo_reel_large.jpg?v=1542674398\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatching rod is our Hercules 24 kilo 2-piece jig stick. A proven performer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Jeremy jigging 12 mile reef with the hercules rod\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/jeremy_jigging_12_mile_reef_large.jpg?v=1542674396\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s our best kingfish on it this year, a 114cm model for Darryl from Sydney’s South Head in November 2015:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"A huge Kingfish caught jigging with the 24 kilo jigging combo off Vaucluse\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/kingfish_caught_jigging_off_vaucluse_large.jpg?v=1542674396\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother fantastic development is Roger P catching a marlin on our $125 Hercules jigging rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Roger P catching Marlin on the Hercules rod\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/catching_marlin_on_hercules_rod_large.jpg?v=1542674397\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThat Hercules rod i got some years back was finally put to a bit of a test, well for me anyway. Just been up to Brissy to fish with a few mates. They had 24kg tiagra outfits set up. I decided to put my saltiga z30 jig reel on the rod and send a lure out as shotgun. Lo n behold a small 35kg black marlin got tagged n released. Cos of the head injury it got from second hook it was tagged swum n set free without getting out of water shot\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRod length is 5.5 feet. I like a short rod with a slow action, where the shock of the strike and fight is absorbed by the whole length of the rod. You should be able to feel the foregrip flexing on a good one. At the end of the day the rod is designed to absorb shock, some models and brands seem to have forgotten that. Being a two piece it can be posted so delivery not expensive:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"The Hercules rod in two pieces, means cheaper shipping\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/hercules_rod_in_pieces_large.jpg?v=1542674396\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DRShop-paragraph shared_content\" data-content-guid=\"u95681-120_60_content\"\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/downriggershop.com\/pages\/contact-us\" title=\"Contact the Downrigger Shop here\"\u003eSend an email or phone\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor further information and thanks for reading,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DRShop-paragraph shared_content\" data-content-guid=\"u95681-120_61_content\"\u003eAndrew\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Downriggershop","offers":[{"title":"Reel and rod combo","offer_id":7422613192753,"sku":"","price":315.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Reel","offer_id":7422627315761,"sku":"","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Rod","offer_id":7422627348529,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/products\/Ryobi_Warrior_8000.jpg?v=1523924212"},{"product_id":"detachable-line-counter","title":"Detachable Fishing Line Counter","description":"\u003cspan id=\"line-counter-buy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd a metre counter to your existing fishing rod or downrigger without buying a dedicated line-counter reel.\u003c\/strong\u003e This compact clip-on fishing line counter measures line movement in one-metre increments and resets to 000 at the push of a button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e large 3-digit mechanical counter, 000 to 999 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e one-metre increments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick reset:\u003c\/strong\u003e push-button return to 000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e padded jaws with stainless clip for quick attachment to a fishing rod or suitable downrigger boom\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep dropping, jigging, livebaiting, electric-reel fishing, downrigging and measuring line while spooling a reel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 65 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffectively a 1000 m line counter:\u003c\/strong\u003e the display itself is three digits and reads from 000 to 999 m. We describe it accurately as a 999 m display, while also referring to it as a 1000 m-class line counter because that is how anglers commonly search for this depth range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery included in Australia.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a single counter or two-pack above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 980px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eClip-On Fishing Line Counter for Depth and Reel Spooling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eA line counter is a simple tool, but it solves several different problems. It can tell you how much line has passed from a reel, help you repeat a productive drop, let you compare line out with the depth shown on your sounder, or measure how much line you actually put onto a reel during spooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis detachable model clips onto the rod rather than being built into the reel. That means you can move it between compatible rods, use it with spinning or overhead tackle, attach it to a suitable downrigger boom, and remove it when you no longer need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap: 16px; margin: 28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; padding: 20px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eFish a Known Depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eUse the counter with your sounder when deep dropping, jigging or presenting a bait at a repeatable amount of line out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; padding: 20px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eMeasure Line While Spooling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eClip it to the rod and measure the line passing through as you fill a reel instead of relying only on the capacity printed on the reel or spool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; padding: 20px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eUse Your Existing Reel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eAdd line-counting capability to suitable spinning, overhead and electric-reel setups without needing a dedicated line-counter reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFishing Line Counter Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin: 18px 0 28px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 480px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; width: 34%;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDetachable fishing line counter\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eLarge 3-digit mechanical display\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDisplayed range\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e000 to 999 metres\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIncrement\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1 metre\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eReset\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePush-button reset to 000\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAttachment\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eClip-on padded jaws with stainless clip\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApproximate weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e65 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"text-align: left; padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDeep dropping, jigging, livebaiting, electric-reel fishing, downrigging and measuring line while spooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eHow to Use the Clip-On Line Counter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClip the counter to the rod.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a position where the line can pass smoothly through the counter and across the measuring wheel. Under heavier load, position it so the line approaches and leaves the counter evenly rather than pulling sharply sideways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrap the line once around the orange measuring wheel.\u003c\/strong\u003e The line should run clockwise around the wheel as described in our original instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePress the orange reset button.\u003c\/strong\u003e Start from 000 before the drop or before you begin spooling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet line move through the counter.\u003c\/strong\u003e The wheel turns as the line passes and the display records the amount in one-metre steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the number as your repeatable line-out reference.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reset again whenever you want to begin a new measurement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 800px; margin: 28px auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KD_bwy3eNUM\" title=\"How to use a detachable fishing line counter\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0;\" loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eUse a Line Counter With Your Fish Finder or Sounder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eOne of the most useful applications is fishing around structure or fish that you can see on the sounder. If fish are marking at a particular depth, the counter gives you a repeatable reference for how much line you have let out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eWe used this approach at the Birchgrove Park wreck off Sydney, in around 80 m of water. With old structure still standing above the wreck, stopping a jig short of the bottom helped us work the target area without simply dropping all the way into the snags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cfigure style=\"margin: 1.8em auto; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1940\/1341\/files\/mirror_your_sounder_depth_with_line_counter_large.jpg?v=1539660700\" alt=\"Fish marks on a sounder used with a clip-on fishing line counter to repeat the amount of line out\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; width: 100%; max-width: 800px; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003cfigcaption style=\"font-size: 0.92em; color: #666; margin-top: 8px;\"\u003eA sounder gives you the target depth. The line counter gives you a repeatable measure of how much line has passed from the reel.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n  \u003c\/figure\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background: #f6f6f6; border-left: 4px solid #333; padding: 20px 22px; margin: 28px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eLine out is not always the same as vertical depth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThe counter measures line passing over its wheel. Current, boat movement, sinker or jig weight and line angle can all make the actual vertical depth of your terminal tackle different from the amount of line shown. Use your sounder and the counter together, especially in deep water or strong current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eMeasure How Much Line Is Really on Your Reel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eReel-capacity figures are useful guides, but the amount you actually fit can change with braid diameter, backing, spool fill level and spooling tension. A detachable line counter lets you measure the line that physically passes onto the reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is particularly handy when dividing a bulk spool between reels, checking how much braid you have loaded, or replacing line on a reel where you want a known amount. Because the counter clips to the rod, you can use it with an existing spinning reel or overhead setup instead of buying a reel with a built-in counter purely for this job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eProven in 400 m Plus Deep-Drop Fishing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eWe have used these counters well beyond normal inshore depths. At Browns Mountain off Sydney, they were used while fishing in more than 400 m of water, including readings around 415 m. We have also clipped one onto a rod when the display on an electric reel was playing up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThat real-world use is why we are comfortable describing this as a 1000 m-class fishing line counter while still being precise about the hardware: the mechanical display itself has three digits and reads from 000 to 999 m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eFor the full story, including deep dropping, electric reels, homemade downriggers and jigging against sounder marks, see our practical guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 1.8em 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/blogs\/tackle-news\/count-down\" class=\"action_button\"\u003eHow to Use a Fishing Line Counter\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch2\u003eFishing Line Counter FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDoes this line counter measure to 1000 metres?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe counter has a three-digit display reading from 000 to 999 m in one-metre increments. In practical product and search terms it sits in the 1000 m line-counter class, but 999 m is the maximum number the three-digit display can show at one time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan I use it with a spinning reel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes, the counter attaches to the rod rather than being built into the reel, so it can be used with suitable spinning-reel setups. Mount it where the line can run cleanly through the counter without being pulled sharply sideways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan I use it with an electric reel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. We have used a detachable counter with electric-reel fishing, including as a practical backup when an electric reel display was not behaving as expected. Do not assume two different measuring systems will always show exactly the same number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan it be used on a downrigger?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes, it can be clipped to a suitable downrigger boom. We have supplied this type of detachable counter with our downriggers for years. Position it so the line runs cleanly over the measuring wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs the counter showing the exact depth of my bait or jig?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIt is measuring the amount of line that passes through the counter. In still water with a near-vertical line that may be close to depth, but current, drift and line angle can create a difference. For target-depth fishing, use the counter together with your sounder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan I use it to measure line while spooling a reel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. This is one of our favourite uses for it. Reset the counter to 000 and measure the line as it passes onto the reel. It is a practical way to check actual line loaded rather than relying only on the nominal capacity printed on the reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin: 34px 0 10px; padding: 28px 22px; background: #f6f6f6;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAdd a Counter to the Tackle You Already Own\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eChoose a single detachable fishing line counter or a two-pack above. 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