Sterling Tackle 36in Tracker Bar with 6in Machines – Starboard – Green

Sterling Tackle 36in Tracker Bar with 6in Machines – Starboard – Green - Review

The Sterling Tackle 36in Tracker Bar with 6in Machines 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 all positions are covered. Made with a high grade titanium bar measuring .125 inches in diameter, these pre-rigged spreader bars have been tested and proven to catch pelagic fish such as tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.

One notable feature of this bar is the plexiglass keel fitted under the lead bird, which causes the bar to track up to 30 feet outward from its normal tracking line. This allows the bar to run 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 feet, whether you're attaching them to an outrigger or directly from the rod tip.

The center and wing lines of the spreader bar are loaded with a total of fourteen 6 inch machines, which simulate schooling bait skittering across the surface. Inside 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 durability and strength.

To make storage and clean up easy, each spreader bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What fish can this spreader bar catch?

A: The Sterling Tackle 36in Tracker Bar with 6in Machines is designed to catch pelagic fish such as tuna, dolphin, billfish, and more.

Q: How does the plexiglass keel on this bar work?

A: The plexiglass keel fitted under the lead bird causes the bar to track up to 30 feet outward from its normal tracking line, allowing it to run in a more visible location in the clean water outside the prop wash.

Q: What are the weight capacities of the swivel and hook on this bar?

A: The bottom teaser features a 400lb stainless bearing swivel, while the 7in Mini-Machine Stinger is rigged on a 9/0 5x strong knife edge big game hook.

Q: What type of monofilament is used to rig the lines?

A: The center line is rigged with 250lb smoke blue Momoi monofilament, while the wing lines are rigged with 130lb monofilament.

Q: Does this spreader bar come with a storage bag?

A: Yes, each spreader bar comes with its own clear vinyl/mesh lure bag for easy storage and clean up.