4 Mechanical Fisher's Yo Yo Fishing Reels -Package of 4 Reels- Yoyo Fish Trap -(FLAT TRIGGER MODEL) review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Yo Yo Reel
Material	Metal
Color	Silver
Handle Material	Stainless Steel
Bearing Material	Stainless Steel

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Very Sensitive Flat Trigger Mechanism
Stainless Steel (Rust Proof) Spring & Galvanized Steel Frame
Pre-Spooled with 9-12' of 60# Test Nylon Line
Adjustable Spring Tension
Made In The USA

product description

You will receive 4 Mechanical Fisher Reels and 1 instruction booklet, neatly packaged in a single padded envelope. These are the Best reels on the market. The Stainless Steel Spring is the best choice for Fisherman, Preppers, Survivalists and Hunters. They're very easy to use. Simply attach to the object of your choice, bait the hook, set depth and trigger, then wait. The Mechanical Fisher does the rest. It sets the hook, and retrieves the fish! Kind of like a mouse trap for Fish, but these do not kill the fish!

product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 2.7 x 0.9 x 4.6 inches; 7.2 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ SG_B00F0YIGHU_US
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ December 10, 2012
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Mechanical Fisher YoYo Automatic Fishing Reel
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00F0YIGHU

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Questions about 4 Mechanical Fisher's Yo Yo Fishing Reels -Package of 4 Reels- Yoyo Fish Trap -(FLAT TRIGGER MODEL)

Isn't the 60 lb test on the line too much for smaller fish? Wouldn't it be better to put my own line on it like 10 lb test or something similar?

Answer: I put a spring on mine where I can use 10-12 pd test. Without a spring if your tide off to a limb a decent fish will break 10 pd because there isn't any give in it

Answer: I'd probably leave the heavier line on as this reel is designed for survival, and you want to keep any fish that happen to bite. If you put smaller line on, you might lose the fish. This is designed for sitting there, unlike a regular rod where you cast and reel, and where a heavier line might be noticed by the fish. Hope this helps.

Answer: I don't think that's possible... Stronger line will catch small fish and bigger fish.. If you put less strong line, you will limit yourself to just small fish

Answer: You could add it to the stronger line.

Answer: naw never had a problem with it

does this yo yo reel have a drag system?

Answer: The spring is the drag. Unable to adjust like a normal reel.

Answer: No drag but it works like it does.

Answer: No, You can put a spring in between the yo yo and tree limb though. Works good.

Answer: The drag system is a strong spring. When the fish bites, the hook is set by spring tension. The spring tension continues to pull on the fish until you unhook it. When I set the YoYo at night and check it in the AM, many of the fish I've caught have their heads out of the water. The spring tension is strong and consistent, and the fish just get tired.

Answer: Its spring loaded so in a way it does

Are these reusable? Or are they a one catch only? Are they legal in all states?

Answer: The mechanical fisher is reusable and its legal in my country

any suggestions for a case to storage in?

Answer: I put mine in PVC. Cheap, crush proof, paintable, floats...

Answer: Use something waterproof, and store them in rice. They build calcium a lot and don't last long

If these are set overnight, will it pull the fish out of the water causing it to die before you retrieve it?

Answer: What I found is they will react to pressure, sinking the hook, they by no means will pull a fish from the water....however small enough ones may. I set them low and close to the water to avoid excessive wear on the spring

Answer: No ,they only hook the fish it remains in the water

Answer: Not likely. It has just enough pull to keep steady tension on the line. Depending on where you set it and how much line you adjust it for it should only take the fight out of the catch. IMO a great item to have while camping or survival situations. Set a few up then come back later.

I’m a Beginner at fishing are these easy to use?

Answer: So I originally bought these for it’s other uses, like a clothes line for camping or at the beach. I tried the jug fishing once, but never caught anything. You don’t have to actively use it. It’s a set it and forget it type of fishing. I keep this in my bug out bag. Good luck.

Answer: They are. However the dont last very long without care, and larger fish will spool the line before hooked, which for me got a fish, but the device was unrepairable

How much weight will the yo yo reel up. i've seen 8 lb. on here, but what's the limit? thanks

Answer: I really doubt it will reel up 8 lbs, the yoyo really just sets the hook for you,that's all. Works extremely well with smaller fish...

Answer: I've caught some 10-12 lb shoepick with no issue.

What states is it legal to fish with the yo-yo reels?

Hello, did these come with the instruction card? It's not needed, just wondering because mine didn't.

Answer:

Answer: no card was needed the link on you tube did it better

Answer: There was minimal information on the plastic bag they were packed in. There is a ton of information available on youtube for tips and tricks and specialty uses from fishing to catching birds and lots more. Google "youtube mechanical fisher's yo-yo" and you can spend hours planning what to do with these great tools. Fantastic value for the buck.

Answer: Mine did not, but it is pretty self-understanding if you play with it a bit.

Exactly what does one of these reels weigh and what are its measurements?

Answer: 53g/1.9 oz. 2.5”x3”x.5” thick. Out the pack with line and swivel.

what size is the attachment hole? can you tie one of these down with paracord?

Answer: Yes, I have done that very thing.

Can I use this reel for fishing while snorkeling off the seashore having it hanging from my belt to keep the line from entangling?

Answer: I doubt it would work hanging from your belt while snorkeling. YoYo reels are meant to be used on unmanned limb lines or dock lines. The reels are spring loaded to retract line when the line is tugged. I like to set them at night and check them in the AM.

Answer: I hope your not serious....so you want a lure attached to you for a shark??? Instead..attach it to a float and an anchor of sufficent weight. Also using you head for something other than a hat rack would help extend your life......

Answer: I doubt it. it has a hair trigger and it’s probably illegal

I seen another Yo-Yo fishing line made by the same company, but it is a standard wire trigger whereas this is a flat trigger model, what's the diffrence?

Will these still work if you add extra string to the end of the existing line?

Answer: the line on the spool is limited. IF you do this, just get one length of string ,due to possibility of jamming

Answer: I used these to bank fish for catfish. I added a hook on a leader along with a weight to keep the bait submerged and they worked very well. The spring tension is very firm and I'm confident they will work with added line as long as it's not excessive ( more than a 3 feet).

Answer: Yes

Can these be used for salt water fishing?

Answer: not if you would catch a large fish (i.e. bull red, etc.) It could work for sandtrout/speckled trout, but i would rate this as a fresh water asset.

Answer: I only used in fresh water but de dust stuck the mechanism and maybe will happen de same thing with the salt

What spring would you use between this and a tree limb whan you tie it off?

Answer: I have been using bungee cords on mine. These work and I have caught 4 lb cat fish on these. I normally set these up when we arrive at site and then start making my site ready for the night. I usually have a fish within an hour or so. These are a must have in any back pack to sustain you if needed. I do not use for "normal" fishing only when we back pack a few miles in and set up for a week stay with only what fits in a back pack.

Would a fish with teeth be able to cut the line?

Answer: The line for the reel goes to the achor point. The line on the bait and hook is your preferance. I use leader line and braided.

Answer: If you're talking about shark yes , but most fish just use a steel leader and you would be fine

Hook included?

Answer: It is the mechanism, no hooks.

Answer: Nope

Answer: Not sure, but don't think so. Bought for survival pack, have never used.

Product reviews of 4 Mechanical Fisher's Yo Yo Fishing Reels -Package of 4 Reels- Yoyo Fish Trap -(FLAT TRIGGER MODEL)

P : Great!

These reels are great for fishing as well as snaring (check out YouTube for instructions on how to use them for both purposes). The reels operate smoothly and seem well-constructed. You can reduce the tension by manually removing loops of line from the reel before winding it out, or increase the tension by spooling some line out then manually winding it back onto the reel (while holding the reel to prevent it from spinning). This is a very versatile tool!

The "flat trigger" refers to the pivoting part of the reel (where the line passes through). Flat triggers seem more robust and more sensitive than the other type, which consists of a bent wire with a loop.

The seller, HogWilder, has a great YouTube video explaining how these reels work: youtube dot com/watch?v=XZi3Vh1b-nM

Cheryl : Great small game snare

Does as advertised and even more than just fishing. Great small game snare. Warrenty void if you drill out the hole that secures the unit to a limb. I did that so I could put a longer length of paracord to it. Great value @a great price. I've heard some states have these outlawed so it's advisable to check your state laws.

JW : great buy

just plain awesome, i had never heard of these and they work great, can use a couple of improvements like a spring and bungee cords just to give it a little more umph

Nonyo : Four Stars

WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR !

Melvin S. : Gators go after them too

Works very well

Jeff Salas : Works great

I used these when I was a kid and have not seen them since. So glad I ran across them here. I have caught a lot of fish with them in the past.

Amazon Customer : Mine tend to jam and not spring back easily. It could be the user

Mine tend to jam and not spring back easily. It could be the user. Need to mess with it more

Nonyo : Four Stars

WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR !

Wilburn O. Crane Jr. : I like em set em and forget em til you get ...

never fished with one of these before. I like em set em and forget em til you get ready to check em

Yank12 : Five Stars

Work Great.

Troy A Goodfellow : but will be good for a survival

Interesting device, worked a few times that i have been out. Tricky to set, but will be good for a survival kit

Jeff Salas : Works great

I used these when I was a kid and have not seen them since. So glad I ran across them here. I have caught a lot of fish with them in the past.

Thisbytez : Genius. Pure Genius.

These things are awesome! I haven't used them yet, but I have tested them by hand and they seem to work as advertised. If you want to see it in action before buying, check YouTube - there are lots of videos people have made using them and they are impressive. In a camping or survival situation, you can set these and leave them be while you work on other things, like water or shelter, and save energy.

The Truth : best thing ever

Non stop fishing action these catch more fish than me and my fishing rod

tcroc : Made in the USA!!

I have not had a chance to use this yet, but the uses are infinite! I plan on using these for camping. Plenty of youtube videos explaining how to use this. Good quality too.

David P. Henn : nice for a bug out bag

watched the video.. looking forward to trying these... nice for a bug out bag...passive food oportunity when you are busy with shelter and fire

Amazon Customer : Five Stars

Excellent

Dale Lockett : Five Stars

Still catching fish 20 fish in 40 min.

Micflare : Five Stars

Very cool and simple. I would recommend for any survival or camping rig. No doubt worth the money.

PJ : What a great addition to a BOB!!!

SO COOL!! Absolutely a MUST for a get home bag!! They are so small, that I put one in every family members emergency backpack.

Iron : Five Stars

Very interesting idea!

JW : great buy

just plain awesome, i had never heard of these and they work great, can use a couple of improvements like a spring and bungee cords just to give it a little more umph

Leonard R : Five Stars

Works great will be getting some more! Thanks

Dabuck : HANDY AND COMPACT

Great addition to my bug-out bag. You never know when they may come in handy. Much more compact than a rod and reel.

rjp : Five Stars

Thank you.

steeltosser : Four Stars

Very versatile .shipped quickly

Luckydog : They came in a plastic bag, without the instruction ...

They came in a plastic bag, without the instruction booklet or card as shown in ad. Therefore, I'm not sure how well they work, hence the low rating.

Pauly : mechanical reel

Fast shipping . As expected except for one reel not wanting to retract . Think I can figure out how to get it to work so no big deal . Overall , good deal for BOB and survival bags .

Update:

Vendor took care of the issue with the faulty unit I got . Very fast response and very nice to deal with . Best Amazon customer service I have had to date . Won't buy these items from any other seller based on the experience .

Dad of 4 : Packaged without instructions

These were packaged in an unmarked bag...without instructions. Easy enough to print my own online, but frustrating.

Micflare : Five Stars

Very cool and simple. I would recommend for any survival or camping rig. No doubt worth the money.

Amazon Customer : Mine tend to jam and not spring back easily. It could be the user

Mine tend to jam and not spring back easily. It could be the user. Need to mess with it more

luis galarza : Must have

Perfect for backpacking

Scott A. : Awesome....must have in your bugout/backpack.

WOW, What an awesome thing to have with you on your backpacking trips etc. I went out hiking with a group a friends a long a river in Texas. First thing I did once agreed on where to stop for the night was to locate some grubs to use as bait (this was a survival test for us) Once we located some grubs I set these up and went back to camp to start setting up sleeping area and make fire etc. Two hours later I went to check on the first one and had a 2 lb cat on the line the second one had a 3 lb cat...awesome, very little energy spent on this and already had some food for us. I did as a youtuber did and connected these with a bungee cord to make sure I did not lose one. Works great and everyone at camp has either purchased these or have on the list to purchase. They are light and take up very little room in your backpack. Going to purchase more as gifts to some of my family and friends....a must have in you "bugout" bag/backpack. I have only used them on two trips but caught fish everytime and within 3 hours at the most.
UPDATE: I gave a few of these away to friends and they are now believers. We go out every month or so to "test" our gear etc. and we have a small river by our camp site. I have set these out every time and have caught fish every time. The largest fish we caught on these was a 8 lb. catfish and it was so tired it was practically floating when we retrieved it. We have abused these and left them in the river for weeks due to heavy rains flooding them, once we were able to get back to them they were still in good shape.

Paul : Five Stars

Works for me too bad for the fish.

Carolinagirl : Four Stars

Have not had a chance to use them yet but I sure can't wait to see how they perform.

Thisbytez : Genius. Pure Genius.

Alex Muradov : good. Just a little sad that it is illegal ...

good.
Just a little sad that it is illegal to use for fishing in Ontario

Amazon Customer : Mine tend to jam and not spring back easily. It could be the user

Mine tend to jam and not spring back easily. It could be the user. Need to mess with it more

Chris Penuel : Five Stars

Received quick and just as described!

Mark S Bodine : Five Stars

Better than honestly expected!!! I will be purchasing more to set out!!

Brett Lewis : Fantastic Gizmo

As a gizmo guy, I've been wanting some of these for a while, very nicely made. Into the bug out bag and camping kit with other useful gizmos.

David P. Henn : nice for a bug out bag

watched the video.. looking forward to trying these... nice for a bug out bag...passive food oportunity when you are busy with shelter and fire

Ky H. Crowe : Five Stars

Totally stoked to use these this summer.

Cincy B : Five Stars

worlds greatest invention....can walk the dog or catch a fish with equal enthusiasm!

Cincy B : Five Stars

worlds greatest invention....can walk the dog or catch a fish with equal enthusiasm!

Cincy B : Five Stars

worlds greatest invention....can walk the dog or catch a fish with equal enthusiasm!

MT Moses : Lazy Fishing at its Best

The laziest way to fish. If you like to trap over hunt then you will like this. It is like trapping fish. Just set and wait.

Nonyo : Four Stars

WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR !

Leekey : Well made

Product is excellent. Bought these for a bug out bag food acquisition. Works well. Definitely worth the cost.

Carolinagirl : Four Stars

Have not had a chance to use them yet but I sure can't wait to see how they perform.

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