Daiwa Sealine Salmon Downrigger Combo

Daiwa Sealine Downrigger Combo

Downrigger trolling is a staple technique for salmon anglers up and down the West Coast, and this Sealine setup is dedicated specifically to that job — from working the flats and banks of Puget Sound to trolling marine areas along the Washington, Oregon, and California coastline. We're outfitting it with the Daiwa North Coast SS Downrigger rod, purpose-built for the technique with the softer tip needed to signal a release without ripping the hook, paired with the Daiwa Sealine Linecounter 20 reel, a proven levelwind that's also a solid choice for mooching when you want to switch things up.

Rod & Reel: Go with the 9'0" heavy rod for tighter quarters on smaller boats, or step up to a 10'6" medium or heavy for extra spread between rods, while the Sealine LC 20 reel gives you enough capacity and a reliable drag to handle everything from Pinks to big Chinook. Choose left or right-hand retrieve.

Line: We spool with P-Line CXX 20 pound, or P-Line EndurX 50 pound braid and a 25' topshot of 40 pound copolymer, providing a solid connection point for your downrigger clip and clean gear spacing.

Best For: Downrigger anglers targeting salmon in Puget Sound and coastal waters across WA, OR, and CA.

• Daiwa North Coast SS Downrigger Trolling Rod, 9'0" H, 10'6" M, or 10'6" H
• Daiwa Sealine Linecounter 20 Combo Reel (LH or RH)
• Spooled with P-Line EndurX 50 pound braid, 40 pound copolymer topshot