Cannon Mag 5ST Electric Downrigger
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Power, Precision, and Fish-Attracting Technology — All in One Downrigger.
The Cannon Mag 5ST is a full-featured electric downrigger built for serious trollers who demand fast retrieval, heavy-duty construction, and smart depth control. With 20 lb. weight capacity and a 250 ft./min. retrieval rate, it handles the demands of deep-water salmon, lake trout, and Great Lakes trolling with ease.
What sets the Mag 5ST apart is its combination of Short Stop automatic depth control and Positive Ion Control — two features that reduce operator workload and actively improve your odds of putting fish in the boat.
Key Features
- Short Stop — Automatically stops the weight at a pre-set depth, preventing swinging weights from damaging your hull or gunwale
- Positive Ion Control — Energizes the downrigger cable with positive ions, creating a fish-attracting electrical field around your presentation
- Fast 250 ft./min. retrieval rate — Spend more time fishing, less time cranking
- 20 lb. weight capacity — Handles heavy cannonball weights for deep-water applications
- One-piece composite construction — Durable, corrosion-resistant build for freshwater and saltwater use
- Easy spool access — Quick cable changes without tools
- 3-digit depth counter — Accurate, at-a-glance depth readout
- Includes dual-axis adjustable rod holder, mounting base, line release, and 250 ft. of 150 lb. test stainless steel cable
Compatible Applications
- Great Lakes salmon and lake trout trolling
- Deep-water walleye and kokanee fishing
- Freshwater and coastal saltwater trolling
- Aluminum, fibreglass, and composite fishing boats
- Multi-rod trolling setups
Pair It With
- Cannon Terminator Single Cable Release
- Cannon 10 lb Flash Weight
- Cannon 12 lb Flash Weight
- Cannon Mag 10 STX Electric Downrigger
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: The Mag 5ST is the ideal choice for dedicated Great Lakes trollers running 2–4 rods who want reliable automatic depth control without stepping up to a top-tier unit. Short Stop is a genuine game-changer on rough water days — it eliminates the risk of a swinging weight cracking your gunwale when you're focused on the rods. Positive Ion Control is particularly valued by salmon anglers who troll in clear, deep water where every edge counts.
Weight Capacity: The 20 lb. capacity comfortably handles standard 10–15 lb. cannonball weights. For anglers running heavier weights in strong currents or very deep water, consider the Cannon Mag 10 STX for additional capacity.
Cable: Comes pre-spooled with 250 ft. of 150 lb. test stainless steel cable — ready to fish out of the box. Replacement cable is available; contact us for compatible options.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
Returns & Satisfaction Guarantee
We stand firmly behind the quality of every product we sell. Your confidence matters to us — and we back it with a straightforward 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee.
If you are not fully satisfied, you may request a return within 30 days of delivery. All returns must receive pre-approval prior to being sent back. Unauthorized returns will not be accepted.
To qualify for a return:
Item must be in new, unused condition
Product must be in its original packaging
All parts, components, hardware, manuals, and accessories must be included
Packaging must be undamaged and suitable for resale
Important:
Electronics are strictly inspected. No returns on open-box electronics. Exceptions may apply only with prior written approval. Any electronic unit that has been installed, powered, activated, or altered may not be eligible for return.
We are serious about product integrity — and equally serious about taking care of our customers. If there is ever a product issue, contact us immediately so we can make it right.
For return authorization, please contact our support team before shipping anything back.