James RickardThe never ending question--bait cast or spinning
March 28th 2010 04:52
Ask a dozen anglers if they prefer a bait casting reel or spinning reel and they're probably going to chose a spinning reel. On the other hand, which fishing reel is best for you is one of those questions you have to work out for yourself. There's no easy answer and it often comes down to the application.
As a kid, I started fishing with an old bait casting reel that belonged to my grandfather. Talk about old school--no buttons and only your thumb to stop the line from a huge backlash. Bait casting reels are a whole lot easier to use today but, you can still end up with some nasty backlashes if you're not careful.
Personally I use a Shakespeare spinning reel and a Daiwa bait casting reel. Right behind those two are a couple of old Mitchell 300's which have a combined age that's probably older than most of us reading this. Like I said, sometimes it depends on your fishing, sometimes it's economics, and sometimes it's just a personal decision.
An obvious answer to what reel to use would be to use whatever is easiest to fish with. But, I've got to say if you take the time to learn how to fish a bait caster you may fall in love with it. Needless to say, it's gonna take a lot of practice and you'll definitely learn to untangle backlashes but, it's all worth it because bait casters can lift a small car!
If you do decide to give bait casters a try, make sure you use a decent reel. A cheap reel is more of a problem than it is worth. Like I said, I use a Daiwa bait casting reel and love it. There are plenty of good reels out there from a variety of manufacturers. Don't be afraid to ask the guy behind the counter if you're looking at a trolling reel or a bait caster. I've got no knock with trolling reels but, if you try to cast one—forget it!
So, which is best? I always cop out on this question! Both work great and I would recommend having at least one of each. A bait casting reel is great for strength if you're looking to pull in monsters. Spinning reels will allow casting very light lures. It's up to you!
As a kid, I started fishing with an old bait casting reel that belonged to my grandfather. Talk about old school--no buttons and only your thumb to stop the line from a huge backlash. Bait casting reels are a whole lot easier to use today but, you can still end up with some nasty backlashes if you're not careful.
Personally I use a Shakespeare spinning reel and a Daiwa bait casting reel. Right behind those two are a couple of old Mitchell 300's which have a combined age that's probably older than most of us reading this. Like I said, sometimes it depends on your fishing, sometimes it's economics, and sometimes it's just a personal decision.
An obvious answer to what reel to use would be to use whatever is easiest to fish with. But, I've got to say if you take the time to learn how to fish a bait caster you may fall in love with it. Needless to say, it's gonna take a lot of practice and you'll definitely learn to untangle backlashes but, it's all worth it because bait casters can lift a small car!
If you do decide to give bait casters a try, make sure you use a decent reel. A cheap reel is more of a problem than it is worth. Like I said, I use a Daiwa bait casting reel and love it. There are plenty of good reels out there from a variety of manufacturers. Don't be afraid to ask the guy behind the counter if you're looking at a trolling reel or a bait caster. I've got no knock with trolling reels but, if you try to cast one—forget it!
So, which is best? I always cop out on this question! Both work great and I would recommend having at least one of each. A bait casting reel is great for strength if you're looking to pull in monsters. Spinning reels will allow casting very light lures. It's up to you!
Remember to take the hooks outta yer pocket before ya sit down!
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