TACO Marine Pro Series Outrigger Mounts, Twist & Lock, For Carbon Fiber Tele-Outriggers, Up to 24 ft, 4-1/2 in Hardtops, Pair

Overview

The TACO Marine GS-500XL is a Pro Series outrigger mount pair for offshore sport-fishing boats with thicker hardtops, built to carry TACO Carbon Fiber Tele-Outriggers up to 24 feet long. It lets the crew adjust pole lift and rotation from the deck, which matters when the boat is moving, the spread is active, and reaching up to the hardtop is not practical.

This XL version uses a longer body for hardtops up to 4-1/2 inches thick. The Twist & Lock pole connection secures compatible poles without pins or bolts, while the controlled 180° rotation, safety detents, and locking head help keep pole movement predictable during deployment and trolling.

Construction combines cast stainless steel and machined aluminum, giving the base the strength needed for offshore outrigger loads without unnecessary bulk. The mount is suited to boats in the 32 to 50-plus foot range and is dredge load tested for a full professional fishing spread.

Key features

• Twist & Lock arm secures compatible outrigger poles without pins or bolts.
• Pairs exclusively with TACO Carbon Fiber Tele-Outriggers up to 24 feet long.
• Longer XL body fits hardtops up to 4-1/2 inches thick.
• Deck-level lift and rotation controls reduce the need to reach above the hardtop while setting or retrieving the spread.
• Heavy-duty outward rotation handle and dual-detented lifting crank handle support controlled pole positioning.
• Safety detents help prevent uncontrolled rotation during deployment.
• Locking head helps stop the outrigger poles from creeping downward while in use.
• Allows controlled 180° rotation when needed for spread adjustment, docking, or storage position.
• Cast stainless steel and machined aluminum construction handles the torque and whip created by outrigger poles.
• No port or starboard designation, so installation planning is simpler for paired hardtop layouts.
• Base hole pattern matches TACO Marine Grand Slam models for easier upgrades on compatible installations.
• Compatible with 6° wedge plates WP-500-6, sold separately, when a different mounting angle is needed.

Installation and fit

The GS-500XL is made for hardtop installations where a longer mount body is needed. It includes matching 6 inch by 8 inch by 1/2 inch oval backing plates, which help spread load under the top and are especially useful on boats that see repeated pounding offshore.

Because this mount handles long carbon fiber outriggers and a full trolling spread, the hardtop structure should be checked before installation. Proper backing, bolt access, and clearance for the rotation and lifting handles are important parts of the fit check.

Compatibility and use on board

This mount is for TACO Carbon Fiber Tele-Outriggers and is not a general-purpose outrigger base for mixed pole types. It is a strong match for offshore center consoles and sport-fishing boats where the crew runs long poles, dredges, and multiple lines while keeping adjustments reachable from the deck.

The controlled rotation and deck-operated handles are useful during offshore trolling, clearing lines, docking, trailering prep, and moving the poles into a safer position when weather or traffic changes.

What’s included

• Pair of GS-500XL outrigger mounts
• Mounting hardware
• Matching 6 inch by 8 inch by 1/2 inch oval backing plates

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