[jtkwest]

If it pulls off too much, use thicker bungee cord and cut it shorter.

The only way it can pull off is if the shooting line stretches. If you are using steel cable, its not going to stretch. If you are using mono, it can stretch.[/quote]
good stuff, thanx. i take it you use cable? i currently use 300 lb mono double crimped. is that gonna work ok for blue water? mostly dolfin,(mahi) wahoo, cobia. unlikely any tuna, and if so not too big,(not likely , anyway) you are the man. no hurry on info, anytime is cool. thanx again.