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Components of the Luhr Jensen Dipsy Diver
How it Works
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Special round shape and multidirectional features, plus the ability to add/subtract depth capability with the O-Ring set this diver apart from other divers and planers. When trolled, water pressure against the diver's planing surface cause it to dive. Shifting the base plate weight to the left or right tilt the planer surface and results in the diver descending on a predetermined angle. The base plate contains a molded-in weight that can be shifted, in degrees, which will cuase a change in the angle of descent.
Advantages of the Dipsy Diver
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Your trolling area is doubled, exposing lures to fish which might not otherwise see them.
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More lures can be trolled at oncel, and sharp turns made without fear of tangling.
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Due to the multidirectional features, they can be trolled with downriggers without fear of interfering with the cables.
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Can be used for trolling just beneath the surface and tripped from the boat.
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Act as a fish attractr becuase of their color and shape.
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Once tripped there is no resistance in the water, allowing easy retrieval of your gear or fish.
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Easy to use, reset easily, always work, and apply to trolling just about everywhere, even saltwater.
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Require a minimum of trolling gear and storage space.
Rigging the Dipsy Diver
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Things to remember:
- Allow at least 4' - 6' of leader between diver and lure.
- Allow at least 4' of leader between the diver and dodgers.
- Adjust No. 1 tension screw to hold release pin in place, but do not overtighten.
- Tension screw No. 2 should be tightened just enough to hold the plate in position and still allow for easy rotation for a new setting.
- Use a snubber between the dipsy and lure to absorb the shock of hard-striking or soft mouthed fish.
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Depth Chart for No. 1 Dipsy Divers
This chart shows the approximate depth of the #1 Dipsy Diver with "0"-Ring will reach by measuring the amount of line released after the diver enters the water. Trolling speed, line diameter, and lure drag can increase or decrease these figures.
Depth Chart For Magnum (No. 3) Dipsy Divers
The amount of line needed to reach a desired depth is shown under each base plate setting using 20# monofilament line. Depths are achieved without using "O"-Ring.
Depth chart readings are based on trolling speed of 2.5 - 3.0 m.p.h. using 20# mono. Trolling depths will increase/decrease by 10% for each 1 m.p.h. faster or slower. Line diameter and lure or attractor drag can also affect depth reached. The Dipsy Diver will reach greater depths when used with wire line or line that has a smaller diameter, such as a super braid.
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