Wow...I've read like 20 "What Electric Downrigger to Get" threads over the years and Scotty's always win in popularity it seems. I've had my (3) 30" 1100's since 1997 and they get a decent workout (couple hundred hours per season). Rebuilt 2 clutches (I think) and changed wire once. No problems for me.
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