Anyone know a Cannon Econo-Rigger's maximum ball weight?

[canyonfisher]

Lurked this forum for a while now but just got an account as I finally have my first downrigger to play with. Searched online to no avail, so any previous owners or educated guesses would be greatly appreciated. It is a manual Cannon Econo-Rigger and I am hoping it can take a 10-12 pound ball which I would imagine is the minimum for trolling the West Van area.

 

[scott craven]

From the Cannon website

250-feet-per-minute retrieval rate is the fastest in the industry
Intergraded Control Screen provides illuminated keypad controls with large backlit LCD screen. Also can display IntelliTroll speed and temp ratings, and lets you raise and lower the weight, adjust Positive Ion Control, or program the line amounts
Revolutionary Control Features allow you to cycle the weight up and down at preset intervals and depths, or use Bottom Track to automatically keep your bait at a preset distance from the bottom. You can even store up to five different preset depths for easy refernce.
Short-Stop - at the push of button, Short Stop automatically retrieves the weight and stops it at the waterline, so you can get back to fishing without worrying about boat damage from swinging weights
WaterLine Zero lets you keep your weight at a set depthe below the surface
Adjustable Positive Ion Control (PIC) allows adjustment of the amount of voltage emitted. PIC emits positive ions from the cable to combat the negative ions from your boat, creating a fish-attracting field of energy
Five adjustable retrieve and deploy speeds
Heavy-duty telescopic boom extends from 24" to 53"
Digital depth counter
Includes two dual axis adjustable rod holders
Easy spool access
Includes mounting base and low-profile swivel base
Includes 2 line releases and 400 feet of 150-lb test stainless steel cable
IP68 waterproof connections
Integrated ball storage hook
20-lb weight capacity
Corrosion-resistant construction
Limited lifetime warranty
Manufacturer item #1902325

 

[canyonfisher]

Thanks for the reply Craven but I think you misread the model, I am refering to an older Cannon Econo Rigger, a manual rigger with depth counter, white in color.

 

[RageWelding]

I don't see why not. Just get out there and try. We used manual Scott'ys for years. The heavier the ball the sorer your shoulder is at the end of the day lol

 

[Fish Assassin]

Yup..... You have 200lb cable it will hold more then you want to crank back on. I'd say 15 pound is the most you'd ever want to crank in. You may decide to go with 12's depending on your age and strength.

 

[canyonfisher]

After further research it looks most similar to a Cannon Easi-Troll which claims an 8lb weight max, although mine has a metal boom while the Easi-Troll is polymer. (http://store.cannondownriggers.com/products/610627/Easi-Troll). Would 8lb be workable for fishing in a 100 feet of water off the Cap or is that way too light? Thanks for the replies too, this site seems great.

 

[Dogbreath]

I've used a similar model in the past with that short handle 10# is about all you'll want to crank in unless you're under 30yo.

8# will work off West Van unless the current is roaring.

 

[eaglemaniac]

It's not so much the line on your rigger but the strength of the boom on those smaller models. Some are made of less steel strength material, therefore less weight is allowable. eman

 

[Fisherf]

Do they still sell those in the store?
Old school

 

[canyonfisher]

Do they still sell those in the store?
Old school

Ha, thing looks 20 plus years old but it was free so the price was right. Thanks for the help all, picking up an 8 pound ball ASAP and will try not to be too much of a gorb on the water.