The Sterling Tackle 18in Tracker Bar with 9in Machines is highly respected as the original and top-performing directional spreader bar on the market. It is designed to increase the width of your spread and ensure that all positions are covered effectively. These pre-rigged spreader bars are built on a high-grade titanium bar with a diameter of .125 inches. They have been extensively tested and proven to catch various pelagic species such as tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.
One unique feature of the Sterling 18in Tracker Bar is the plexiglass keel fitted under the lead bird. This keel enables the bar to track up to 30 ft. outward from its normal tracking line. As a result, the bar runs in a more visible location in the clean water outside the prop wash. Using both a port and starboard side wide tracker bar can potentially increase the overall width of your spread by up to 60 ft., whether you are deploying them from an outrigger or directly from the rod tip.
The center and wing lines of the bar are loaded with a total of seven 9 inch machine lures. These lures are designed to simulate schooling bait skittering across the surface of the water, attracting the attention of predatory fish. The bottom teaser of the bar contains a 400lb stainless bearing swivel, which is used to attach the 9in Mini-Machine Stinger 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 test line. To ensure secure connections, loop protectors are used on all critical connection points.
Each Sterling 18in Tracker Bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag for easy storage and cleaning. This helps to keep your spreader bar organized and protected when not in use.
Key Features:
- High-grade titanium bar: Ensures durability and a lightweight construction.
- Plexiglass keel: Provides unique tracking abilities, increasing the spread coverage.
- Seven 9 inch machine lures: Act as a school of bait to entice game fish.
- 400lb Stainless bearing swivel: Allows for capturing large fish without line entanglement.
- High-strength monofilament: Rigs made from 250lb center and 130lb wing lines for resilience against large fish.
- Loop protectors: Maintains the integrity of the connections during heavy pulling.
- Clear vinyl/mesh lure bag included: Offers convenient storage and maintains spreader bar condition.
- Effective for various pelagic species: Proven success with tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the Sterling 18in Tracker Bar?
A: The Sterling 18in Tracker Bar is designed to increase the width of your fishing spread and ensure that all positions are covered effectively. It is particularly effective in attracting pelagic species such as tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.
Q: How does the plexiglass keel improve the performance of the bar?
A: The plexiglass keel fitted under the lead bird allows the bar to track up to 30 ft. outward from its normal tracking line. This results in the bar running in a more visible location in the clean water outside the prop wash.
Q: How can the overall width of the spread be increased with this bar?
A: Using both a port and starboard side wide tracker bar can potentially increase the overall width of your spread by up to 60 ft., whether you are deploying them from an outrigger or directly from the rod tip.
Q: What are the machine lures used for?
A: The center and wing lines of the bar are loaded with seven 9 inch machine lures. These lures are designed to simulate schooling bait skittering across the surface of the water, attracting the attention of predatory fish.
Q: What is included with the Sterling 18in Tracker Bar?
A: Each Sterling 18in Tracker Bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag for easy storage and cleaning. This helps to keep your spreader bar organized and protected when not in use.
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