Marker Buoys = A Perfect Cast … huh?

Here is a good marker buoy tip – use two different color buoys, one red and one green, for more precise line ups. The key is to drop both buoys in a straight line. A good technique is to pass over the cover on a cardinal heading (ie, 360, 090, 180, 270 – it doesnt matter as long as you maintain the heading) and drop the green buoy then drop the red buoy. Now when you turn around to fish you set your boat up next to the red buoy and cast past the green one. Youll hit your target every time. Give it a try.

Heres another use for your marker buoys. Many of us use a “plug knocker” to free snagged baits. If you use the type that threads on to your line and then travels down to the hung lure, take that plug knocker and replace the weight on 1 of your buoys with it. When hung, just thread knocker on line and drop buoy in the water. This is especially great when the water is rough from waves or wind. Buoy will position itself straight over hung lure. You can then grab the buoy and work the lure free. Rewind buoy, keep on front deck ready for next hang. We keep one handy all the time – it works! Give it a try!!!!Mike

I tried using marker bouys but they kept getting tangled in the reeds I was flipping. Ill try some new techniques…..