MOUNTING & SETUP
Downrigger Mounting on Boats
A downrigger should be mounted where ever it is easy to operate and observe. You want to be able to see your fishing rod and to react quickly. So, choosing a good spot to mount your downrigger on your boat is 99% of the job.
Due to the great variety of boats available, mounting your downrigger can be a dilemma. Having proper mounting accessories is essential. Cannon has a complete line of mounting accessories to conveniently mount your downriggers on any boat.
Mounting Accessories
Deck Plates are necessary when extra
strength must be added to the base material of the boat and for attaching the downrigger to other mounting accessories.
Gimbal Mounts are designed to fit medium- sized flush mounted rod holders built into the gunwale of many larger fishing boats and cruisers. Only sturdy, high quality rod holders should be used for this temporary mounting system. Gimbal mounts are available in 9” or 12” post lengths.
Clamp Mounts can be mounted at the junction of two rail sections with the aid of two ¼” pieces of plywood. They will protect your rail from any marks from the clamp and provide a
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Indicate
Mounting
Locations
Deck Plate
Gimbal Mount
Clamp Mount
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