Lee's 18' Telescoping Carbon Fiber Center Outrigger Pole

The Lee's 18' Telescoping Carbon Fiber Center Outrigger Pole (model CT8718CR) is a premium trolling solution engineered for serious offshore and freshwater anglers who demand lightweight performance without sacrificing structural integrity. This 18-foot telescoping outrigger combines advanced carbon fiber composite construction with a compact collapsed profile, delivering the strength-to-weight ratio necessary for extended deployments on working vessels where fatigue during repeated raising, lowering, and rigging cycles directly impacts operational efficiency.

At 10.5 lbs, the carbon fiber outrigger pole weighs substantially less than traditional aluminum alternatives while providing superior rigidity and resistance to fatigue failure from constant extension-retraction cycles. The material selection matters: carbon fiber's higher modulus-to-density ratio means spreaders become unnecessary for load distribution, reducing hardware complexity and maintenance burden on long-duration fishing operations. The 18-foot extended length provides optimal bait and lure separation for multi-rod trolling patterns, particularly effective when targeting pelagic species that respond to varied presentations at different distances from the hull.

This outrigger serves charter operations, commercial fishing crews, and dedicated recreational anglers running extended offshore campaigns. The lightweight design reduces shoulder and back strain during manual deployment on vessels without hydraulic systems, while the carbon fiber construction resists salt-air corrosion better than unpainted aluminum. Telescoping functionality allows storage in confined spaces typical of working boats where deck real estate is premium.

Lee's Tackle positions this pole at the intersection of performance and practicality—it solves the real problem of managing outrigger weight and corrosion exposure on salt-water vessels while maintaining the strength required for trolling heavy baits and lures in demanding conditions.