The Sterling Tackle 18in Tracker Bar with 6in Bulb Squid is highly regarded as the original and best performing directional spreader bar available. It is designed 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 and comes pre-rigged. It has been tested and proven to be effective in catching pelagics such as tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.
One of the unique features of this spreader bar is the plexiglass keel fitted under the lead bird. This keel allows the bar to track outward from its normal tracking line, reaching up to 30 ft. This ensures that the bar runs in a more visible location in clean water, outside the prop wash.
For even greater coverage, you can use both a port and starboard side wide tracker bar. This can increase the overall width of your spread by as much as 60 ft., whether you're deploying them from an outrigger or directly from the rod tip.
The center and wing lines of the spreader bar are loaded with a total of ten 6in bulb squid, which simulate schooling bait skittering across the surface.
The bottom teaser of the spreader bar contains a 400lb stainless bearing swivel, which is 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 of the spreader bar is rigged with 250lb smoke blue Momoi monofilament, while the wing lines are rigged with 130lb.
All critical connection points of the spreader bar are equipped with loop protectors to ensure durability.
Each spreader bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag, making it easy to store and wash down.
Frequently Asked Questions:
1. What is the purpose of a spreader bar?
A spreader bar is designed to increase the width of your fishing spread, ensuring that all positions are covered.
2. How is the Sterling Tackle Tracker Bar different from other spreader bars?
The Sterling Tackle Tracker Bar is highly regarded as the original and best performing directional spreader bar available. It is built on a high grade titanium bar and comes pre-rigged, offering superior performance and durability.
3. How far can the bar track outward from its normal tracking line?
The bar can reach up to 30 ft outward from its normal tracking line, ensuring that it runs in a more visible location in clean water, outside the prop wash.
4. Can I use a port and starboard side wide tracker bar together for increased spread width?
Yes, using both a port and starboard side wide tracker bar can increase the overall width of your spread by as much as 60 ft, whether you're deploying them from an outrigger or directly from the rod tip.
5. What are the squid on the center and wing lines for?
The squid on the center and wing lines simulate schooling bait skittering across the surface, attracting pelagics such as tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.
6. What is the bottom teaser used for and what is it rigged with?
The bottom teaser of the spreader bar contains a 400lb stainless bearing swivel, which is used to attach the 7in Mini-Machine Stinger. The Stinger is rigged on a 9/0 5x strong knife-edge big game hook.
7. What type of monofilament is used for the center and wing lines?
The center line of the spreader bar is rigged with 250lb smoke blue Momoi monofilament, while the wing lines are rigged with 130lb.
8. Are the connection points of the spreader bar durable?
Yes, all critical connection points of the spreader bar are equipped with loop protectors to ensure durability.
9. Does the spreader bar come with a storage bag?
Yes, each spreader bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag, making it easy to store and wash down.
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