Do I need down riggers

Down Rigger

As I started looking into fishing Lake Michigan a lot of what I read recommended having at least two down riggers on my boat.  There was just one fairly significant problem, adding down riggers to a boat can be expensive! So I asked myself, do I really need them to get started?  The reason for … Read more

What is an SWR?

First King on SWR Rig

Seeing SWR in numerous great lakes fishing threads, I was wondering what does SWR mean and more importantly, is this something I should be doing or trying.  In the context of great lakes fishing, SWR stands for Secret Weapon Rig and refers to using lead core line with a downrigger.  You let out the bait … Read more