Got a q to toss out for everyone.

I have been sitting on the fence trying to decide on what downriggers I want to buy or if I really even need them. A lot of my buds have been fishing around here for a good 30 years and can count on one hand how many times they have used DR's. Most of them say that moochin' is just as effective and don't waste your $$$. Then there are some that say that DR is the only way to go. They all have been very productve fisherman.

I am not lookin at spending a whole lot but just to get the middle of the road you are looking at a good $400 to $500, for all the needed hardware and accessories.

So, I thought I would toss it out here and get some opinions or general experiences you all have..

Thanks