The Sterling Tackle 18in Tracker Bar with 6in Machines is widely known for being the original and best performing directional spreader bar on the market. Its purpose is to increase the width of your spread and ensure that all positions are covered. The bar is built on a .125 inch diameter high-grade titanium bar, making it durable and strong. It is designed to catch pelagic fish like tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.
The tracker bar is rigged with a plexiglass keel under the lead bird, which causes the bar to track up to 30 ft. outward from its normal tracking line. This feature allows the bar to run in a more visible location in the clean water outside the prop wash. To further increase the spread, it is recommended to use both a port and starboard side wide tracker bar. This can potentially increase the overall width of your spread by as much as 60 ft., whether you're using an outrigger or directly attaching it to the rod tip.
The center and wing lines of the bar are loaded with ten 6 inch bulb squid, which simulate schooling bait skittering across the surface. In the bottom teaser, there is a 400lb stainless bearing swivel used to attach the 7in Mini-Machine Stinger. The stinger is rigged on a 9/0 5x strong knife-edge big game hook. The center line is rigged with 250lb smoke blue Momoi monofilament, while the wing lines are rigged with 130lb monofilament. Loop protectors are used on all critical connection points to ensure safety and durability.
For easy storage and washdown, each spreader bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: What is the purpose of the Tracker Bar with Machines?
A: The Tracker Bar with Machines is designed to increase the width of your spread and ensure that all positions are covered, making it easier to catch pelagic fish like tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.
Q: What is the material used for the bar?
A: The bar is built on a .125 inch diameter high-grade titanium bar, which makes it durable and strong.
Q: How does the plexiglass keel under the lead bird benefit the Tracker Bar?
A: The plexiglass keel causes the bar to track up to 30 ft. outward from its normal tracking line, allowing it to run in a more visible location in the clean water outside the prop wash.
Q: How can I further increase the spread?
A: To further increase the spread, it is recommended to use both a port and starboard side wide tracker bar. This can potentially increase the overall width of your spread by as much as 60 ft., whether you're using an outrigger or directly attaching it to the rod tip.
Q: What is included in the bar's rigging?
A: The center and wing lines of the bar are loaded with ten 6 inch bulb squid, which simulate schooling bait skittering across the surface. In the bottom teaser, there is a 400lb stainless bearing swivel used to attach the 7in Mini-Machine Stinger. The stinger is rigged on a 9/0 5x strong knife-edge big game hook. The center line is rigged with 250lb smoke blue Momoi monofilament, while the wing lines are rigged with 130lb monofilament. Loop protectors are used on all critical connection points to ensure safety and durability.
Q: How is the bar stored and washed?
A: For easy storage and washdown, each spreader bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag.
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