www.pixelstalk.net Opening: Planer Boards for Trolling DIY Guide Want to up your trolling game without breaking the bank? Building your own planer boards is a surprisingly simple and rewarding project. These boards allow you to spread your lines further from the boat, covering more water and increasing your chances of a strike. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to constructing a set of durable and effective planer boards.
Step 1: Gather Your Materials Before you begin, you'll need the following materials:
- High-density polyethylene (HDPE) plastic sheet approximately 1/2 inch thick (size will vary depending on desired board size, typically around 12" x 6" per board)
- Stainless steel eye bolts (2 per board)
- Stainless steel quick links or snaps (2 per board)
- Release clips (2 per board) choose clips appropriate for your line strength
- Wood screws or rivets (for attaching release clips)
- Brightly colored paint or reflective tape (for visibility)
- Jigsaw or table saw
- Drill with drill bits
- Screwdriver or rivet gun
- Sandpaper or sanding block
- Measuring tape or ruler
- Pencil or marker
Step 2: Cutting the HDPE Plastic Using your measuring tape and marker, mark the dimensions of your planer boards onto the HDPE sheet. Standard sizes range from 10" to 14" in length and 5" to 7" in width, but you can adjust these to your preference. Using a jigsaw or table saw, carefully cut out the shape of your boards. It's best to cut slightly oversized initially, allowing for final sanding and shaping.
Step 3: Shaping and Sanding Once you have the rough shape cut out, refine the edges with sandpaper or a sanding block. Rounding the edges slightly will improve the board's performance in the water. Ensure all edges are smooth to prevent line abrasion.
Step 4: Installing the Eye Bolts Determine the placement of the eye bolts. One will be at the front of the board (closest to the boat) and the other towards the rear. Drill pilot holes for the eye bolts. Apply marine-grade sealant (optional, but recommended) to the threads of the eye bolts before screwing them into the pilot holes. Ensure the eye bolts are securely fastened.
Step 5: Attaching the Release Clips Position the release clips along the top edge of the planer board, typically closer to the front. Using wood screws or rivets, securely attach the release clips to the HDPE plastic. Ensure the clips are firmly mounted and can easily open and close.
Step 6: Adding Visibility Paint the planer boards a bright color (like orange or yellow) or apply reflective tape. This will greatly improve visibility on the water, especially in low-light conditions. Allow the paint to dry completely before using the boards.
Step 7: Connecting Hardware Attach quick links or snaps to the eye bolts. These will be used to connect your main line to the planer board.
Conclusion: Your DIY Planer Boards are Ready! Congratulations, you've built your own set of planer boards! Remember to test them in a safe and controlled environment before using them in a serious fishing situation. Adjust the placement of your release clips or the size of your boards as needed to achieve optimal performance. With a little practice, you'll be spreading your lines and catching more fish in no time!
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