Taco Metals Outriggers & Accessories

Taco Metals Outriggers & Accessories: Built for Serious Offshore Fishing

Taco Metals — operating under the TACO Marine brand — has been a cornerstone of sport fishing innovation since 1959. When it comes to outriggers and accessories, few names carry the same weight on the water. From center consoles to large offshore sportfishers, TACO's outrigger lineup is engineered for anglers who demand reliability in demanding saltwater environments.

The Grand Slam Outrigger System

The flagship of TACO's outrigger catalog is the Grand Slam series — a multi-generation lineup of top mounts and complete kits that has become an industry benchmark. The Grand Slam top mount is regarded as the standard-setting design in the industry, built for years of reliable service in challenging saltwater applications, featuring TACO's spline lock technology that delivers a positive lock with minimal parts for maximum reliability. TACO further refined the rotator lever with a sleek, ergonomic shape using polished stainless steel and UV-resistant Santoprene.

While TACO offers complete lines of bases in both aluminum and stainless steel and poles in both aluminum and carbon fiber, the workhorse of their lineup is the GS-280 Grand Slam base paired with 15' Tele-Outrigger poles. The Grand Slam 170 Outrigger Kit is a universal kit designed with patented Tele-Outrigger technology that provides a secure and sturdy fit for rough days out on the water.

Tele-Outrigger Poles: Aluminum & Carbon Fiber Options

TACO Aluminum Tele-Outrigger Poles feature a locking pin for secure placement when extended and are designed to reduce stress on gunnels when used with Striker Bases or T-Tops when used with Grand Slams — with 15' poles suited for boats up to 30' and 18' poles for boats up to 34'. For anglers seeking premium performance, TACO also offers carbon fiber poles, including collapsible Open Water internal designs ranging from 16' to 22' in length, providing a lightweight, high-strength alternative to traditional aluminum.

Rigging Kits & Accessories: Everything to Get Outrigger Ready

From backing plates to wedge plates, TACO offers everything needed to make a boat outrigger-ready. Complete rigging kits — such as the Premium Double Rigging Kit — are packaged to get anglers on the water fast with exactly the right components, including Dacron halyard line for getting two baits on each outrigger pole swimming and covering a wide spread.

The Outrigger Line Tensioner lets anglers rig halyard lines to the gunnel with a sleek stainless-steel mushroom design that locks pulley blocks into place effortlessly, eliminating unattractive “camel-back” cleats. For keeping halyard lines neat and organized, TACO's Line Caddy provides a simple and effective solution.

For boats that came “Outrigger Ready” with TACO's patent-pending outrigger mounting plate, Grand Slam or Sport Slam top mounts bolt on in minutes. For boats that did not, TACO's Clamp-On Mounting Plate allows installation with no downtime.

Why TACO Metals Stands Apart in Outriggers

TACO Marine integrates advanced manufacturing techniques to produce stainless steel and aluminum components that exceed industry standards and withstand demanding marine environments. The GS-280 Grand Slam system offers easy deployment, robust performance, and a detented rotation, backed by a 3-year warranty and a dedicated tune-up program. Whether you're rigging a bay boat for inshore trolling or a full offshore sportfisher, TACO Metals' outrigger ecosystem — spanning mounts, poles, rigging hardware, and accessories — provides a cohesive solution built to last season after season.