For serious offshore anglers targeting pelagic species, the Sterling 36in Chaos Tracker Bar with 6in Squid, in the standout Starboard Pink Tiger color, has become an essential item in their fishing arsenal. This fishing spreader bar is designed to maximize attraction in open waters, leveraging the chaos of noise and motion to draw the attention of elusive species like tuna, dolphin (also known as mahi-mahi or dorado), billfish, and others that roam the deep blue.
Every pre-rigged spreader bar is intricately assembled, featuring a strategic blend of artificial baits that include soft birds and squid along with a rigged stinger to enhance the probability of a successful hook-up. Critical to its effectiveness is the .125 inch diameter high-grade titanium bar that supports this dynamic arrangement and provides strength against the formidable fight of big-game species.
The unique design includes a lead bird with a plexiglass keel, allowing the bar to swerve away from murky prop wash—up to 30 ft. outward—thus running in clean, clear water where it's more likely to be noticed. This innovative feature makes the Sterling 36in Chaos Tracker Bar a dynamic tool that can enhance the spatial spread of your bait presentation.
Central to its attraction capabilities are the six 5-inch soft rattling birds that amplify noise and deliver undulating movements, imitating a frenzied group of small fish on the water's surface. The inclusion of ten 6-inch bulb squids on the wing lines, coupled with additional rattles in the rear squids, further escalates the attraction factor by simulating a school of baitfish, which is irresistible to predatory pelagic fish.
Durability is also at the forefront of the Sterling's design. The teaser bird boasts a 400lb stainless bearing swivel to anchor the 9in Mini-Machine Stinger, which is fortified with tri-beads and a formidable 9/0 4x strong knife-edge big game hook. The robust 250lb smoke blue Momoi monofilament rigged center line and 200lb-rigged wing lines, protected by loop protectors, assure that this spreader bar can withstand the intense battles with large fish.
Convenience is also considered, as each bar includes a clear vinyl/mesh lure bag for straightforward storage and expedient after-catch care. Anglers looking to elevate their big-game pursuits will find the Sterling 36in Chaos Tracker Bar with 6in Squid an indispensable addition to their offshore tackle collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How effective is the Sterling 36in Chaos Tracker Bar with 6in Squid?
A: The Sterling 36in Chaos Tracker Bar with 6in Squid is a tried-and-true spreader bar, boasting immense success in attracting target pelagic species. Its design maximizes surface agitation and auditory signals, key for luring in game fish from a distance. It's a popular choice for experienced offshore anglers.
Q: How does the bar track on the surface of the water?
A: Thanks to its innovative plexiglass keel attached to the lead bird, the Sterling Tracker Bar is able to depart from the turbulent prop wash, hence making it highly visible in the calmer, clear water on either side of the boat's wake. This strategic positioning can be pivotal in a successful offshore fishing endeavor.
Q: What features are included in the spreader bar to attract fish?
A: Key attractions of the Sterling spreader bar include its rattling birds that churn the water to mimic a group of panicked baitfish, along with the lifelike bulb squids that reinforce this bait ball illusion. Additionally, the extra noise from the squids' rattles serves as a dinner bell for hungry fish in the vicinity.
Q: What is the rigging and durability of the spreader bar?
A: The Sterling spreader bar combines top-grade rigging materials like the smoke blue Momoi monofilament, stainless bearing swivels, and ultra-strong hooks. The addition of loop protectors secures critical connection points, ensuring the gear can endure the strain of large, fighting fish.
Q: How is the Sterling 36in Chaos Tracker Bar with 6in Squid stored?
A: The spreader bar's maintenance and storage are streamlined with a durable vinyl/mesh lure bag, simplifying the clean-up process after a day's catch and ensuring proper protection of the equipment during transportation and storage.
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