Copper question

[Gill-T]

Do you have to let all the copper length out and put the backing in a release or can you use a roller-type release and clip the release directly on the copper similar to what is done with steel and outriggers?

[Yankee Troller]

You can use a pinch pad release on the copper, only problem is the copper is so heavy that it will slap the water from the rod to the release.

[Gill-T]

If copper is so heavy....do you think an otter boat could carry 600' of copper wire?

[Yankee Troller]

Yes it does, but make sure you boat is rigged exactly the right way length wise on either side of the knot. I can take measurments off mine if ud like. I pull a 600 off one side and a 500 off the other and i did this in 4-6's during 1 tourney.