On the Husky Jerks, (the deep diver, DHJ 12) try anywhere from 80-125' back of the boards,puts you about 14-18' deep. I like a 2 color lead core set-up with a 50' leader, don't have any trouble with it, usually run at least one rod this way. Can get shallow sticks like Bombers, Rogues, etc. down to the bite range without snapweights. I like using the deeper divers if I can get bites, but sometimes the more subtle action baits just work better for me, especially during the day and when the bite is slow. Deep Little Rippers have worked better for me than the big ones so far, haven't had a bite on the big RR yet, but have had one in the water almost the whole time. They will get going soon, I'm sure. Blueberry Muffin, and the FinAddict Special have been the best for me the last few seasons on the RR's, although the Purple Demon Deep Little Ripper works well also. I like to vary my speed, give it a burst once in a while.