A Complete Ropeless Fishing System
Commercial Use Since 2013
The only tried and true Ropeless Fishing System. Featuring a robust, yet adaptable and reliable design for every fisher around the globe.
Control Unit
The Acoustic Release Control Unit (ARC) provides the mechanism for release.
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Fast Acting
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Non-corrodible Delrin and Titanium parts
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At-sea re-arming in minutes
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Quick and easy to service and replace batteries
Release Bag
Hard oyster mesh plastic holds coiled rope in place until the ARC triggers.
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Completely customizable
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Made from common plumbing parts
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Doesn't change the retrieval process
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Re-filling at-sea within minutes
Virtual Gear Marking
The Ropeless Fisher App allows fishers to mark gear virtually and allows regulators to see ropeless gear.
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Free for everyone
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Better trap visibility for all
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All-in-one trap management
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Easy-to-use with Google Maps view
Pricing and Purchasing
How to Purchase
Interested in purchasing some equipment? We'll walk you through the entire process.
Email us at: salesinfo@desertstar.com
Call us at: +1(530)-923-0770
Pricing at a glance
Please note this only includes the ARC-1XD. For more information please see 'How to Purchase'.
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History of the ARC Ropeless Fishing System
2005
Scientifically Validated
Validated by Michael Domeier in a Channel Islands project to retrieve underwater hydrophones.
2013
First Commercial Fishing Use
First use in New South Wales Australia for preventing ship trikes and ghost fishing complications.
2018
On-going Pilot Projects
Four North American Pilot Projects with at-sea testing and one New Zealand Pilot. All successful.
2020
Full-scale Commercialization
Target for large-scale selling and use of the Desert Star, ARC Ropeless Fishing System