How to Run Two rods on One Downrigger
- nancybalois1
- Jul 31
- 2 min read
Hello friends,
In this edition, we'll be covering:
How to run 2 rods on 1 downrigger.
You can now fish till 10pm on Lake Berryessa.
A legendary Used Gear Collection.
Fish Four Rods with Just Two Downriggers – Here’s How
If you’ve ever wanted to fish more lines with fewer downriggers, the Chamberlain stacker is your best friend. With just two downriggers, you can run four rods effectively, covering different depths and maximizing your odds of landing fish.
In our latest quick tutorial, we break it down step-by-step:
Rig your rods – Start by baiting or preparing your lures with your favorite marinade or attractant.
Set your first line – Drop it to your target backset with a digital counter for accuracy.
Attach the Chamberlain release – This clever piece of gear lets you stack a second rod on the same downrigger cable, fishing multiple depths at once.
Repeat and fish smarter – By staggering your lines, you can explore the water column and find where fish are biting.
This technique is a favorite among serious anglers because it saves time, increases coverage, and adds a little “pro-level” touch to your setup.
If you’re ready to up your trolling game, watch the full video on our YouTube channel:
Stop by the shop and pickup yours today.
Green Tag at Lake Berryessa as Late as 10pm
Boaters, did you know that thanks to the team at Markley Cove, you can now stay as late as 10pm and still get your Lake Berryessa green tag upon retrieval?
It's True!
This means one thing: evening catfishing adventures are back. Grab your gear, launch late, and make the most of those epic twilight bites.
A Legendary Collection Just Walked Through the Door
Ken, a longtime angler and President of CA Striped Bass Association just brought in a serious collection of used fishing gear—mooching rods, Shimano reels, Fenwick rods, and more. This is the kind of stuff you don’t find every day. Some of it’s been fished hard, some lovingly cared for, and each piece has a story.
🎣 Part of our Second Cast Buyback Program at Sweeney’s Sports in Napa, CA. We give good gear a second life—and get it into the hands of anglers who’ll put it to work.
💬 Got old rods or reels lying around? Bring them in. Let’s talk trade or cash.
🎣 Got a question or photo of your best catch? Tag us @Catch_Happy_Outdoors and @Sweeneys_Sports — we love sharing local success stories.
Catch Happy!
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