Bait Caster Reels vs Spinning Reels..

[DarthVader]

I am curious about something if I may ask what is the real benefit over a spinning reel vs a bait caster reel? The only thing I know is a spinning reel is a lot easier to use vs a bait caster reel,simply put all you need to do is attach your lure to your line on a spinning reel,where as a bait caster you have to adjust a bait caster reel for every different lure you use because of each lure having a different weight or size,but if your using the same lure on your bait caster you only need to adjust it once..

I would like to have a bait caster reel just so I can actually try one,I do know all the pro anglers use them over Spinning Reels for Bass fishing but the pros do use Spinning Reels...

Anyways do you all prefer a Spinning Reel or a Bait Caster Reel?

I made a poll to see what you a use and tell me why you made your choices..

Thanks
Clarence

[mondo]

In my humble opinion,spinning rods are a better all around choice.They are much easier to use and adaptable for most situations.I use bait casters with heavier lures and lines in heavy cover.Bait casters require practice to get used to,but,once learned it's not a big deal.You can use a medium sized spinning rod and reel for most fresh water fishing.Spare spools with different weight lines will cover most situations.

[GUNSICK]

Spinning for me and the kids.

[DarthVader]

I agree on the Spinning Reel as it is my number one reel to have as it is the easiest to use,as I mentioned I would like to have a bait caster just to say I have one plus to try one out,the only thing I ever used closes to a Bait Caster Reel is a Zebco 202 reel when I was only 12 years old..

[Chicken Shoot]

I am strictly baitcaster at this point. I do have my spinning reels as well, but don't use them. Baitcasting is NOT for everyone. They are fairly difficult to use at first. Casting into the wind is a real PITA!! The technique used to make them work is much more involved and they are usually alittle bit more in price. Now, the pros are, faster casting, less energy needed for really long casts, more control of the placement, they don't twist the line and they're extremely light weight. Again though, they are not something that all prefer or all ever get use to. It took me over 2 years to actually get to the point where I felt confident enough to use them in tournaments. Just when I thought I had it down, then came the casting into the wind thing .... I wasn't ready. LOL Now I'm pretty good with it and I know that the casts are going to require more power behind it so I have to adjust the main brake on the spool to accommodate for it. There is alot of adjustments with one BUT ... again, you have to put the time in to learn it. After 35+ years of using only spinning reels, it is quiet a different world but one I really like now that I have the knowledge and experience with them. I wouldn't care if I had to use the spinning reels though.

If YOU are going to get one Clarence, I HIGHLY recommend the Abu Garcia Black Max. It's actually the most user friendly baitcaster I've ever used. I can switch from a worm to a crankbait and not have to worry about it much. I rarely get a backlash when switching and not adjusting as well. Adjustments are easy and straight forward and they run around the $40 or under price. You can get them at Walmart as well. If you decide to go that route, you'll need a baitcasting pole as well. I know that they are offered as a combo at Wally world too but I'm not sure on the price of the combos although I do know the pole that comes with it is a really nice one. Very useable pole and rugged.

[Wildman]

I prefer spinning myself. I tried a bait caster and couldn't get the hang of it. I would like to try it again though sometime.

[DarthVader]

I am strictly baitcaster at this point. I do have my spinning reels as well, but don't use them. Baitcasting is NOT for everyone. They are fairly difficult to use at first. Casting into the wind is a real PITA!! The technique used to make them work is much more involved and they are usually alittle bit more in price. Now, the pros are, faster casting, less energy needed for really long casts, more control of the placement, they don't twist the line and they're extremely light weight. Again though, they are not something that all prefer or all ever get use to. It took me over 2 years to actually get to the point where I felt confident enough to use them in tournaments. Just when I thought I had it down, then came the casting into the wind thing .... I wasn't ready. LOL Now I'm pretty good with it and I know that the casts are going to require more power behind it so I have to adjust the main brake on the spool to accommodate for it. There is alot of adjustments with one BUT ... again, you have to put the time in to learn it. After 35+ years of using only spinning reels, it is quiet a different world but one I really like now that I have the knowledge and experience with them. I wouldn't care if I had to use the spinning reels though.

If YOU are going to get one Clarence, I HIGHLY recommend the Abu Garcia Black Max. It's actually the most user friendly baitcaster I've ever used. I can switch from a worm to a crankbait and not have to worry about it much. I rarely get a backlash when switching and not adjusting as well. Adjustments are easy and straight forward and they run around the $40 or under price. You can get them at Walmart as well. If you decide to go that route, you'll need a baitcasting pole as well. I know that they are offered as a combo at Wally world too but I'm not sure on the price of the combos although I do know the pole that comes with it is a really nice one. Very useable pole and rugged.

Thanks,I definitely would like to at least try one so I will look for the one you mention at Walmart for the combo one..now if I do get one and do not care for it I just hang it on the wall with the other poles and reels,I think what I will do is practice in the back yard until I think I got the hang of it especially in the wind as the wind seems to blow everyday here..lol

Clarence

[Cgrutt]

I'm just a nuub with baitcaster but definitely like it. Backlash can become frustrating after a while but its really not that difficult once everything is set. Definitely feel you can get better control with baitcaster and like how it feels overall better than spin rod. Spinner better for kids don't ask me how I know lol...

[camper4lyfe]

I'm a spinner, but most of my fishing is done straight down off the boat in 30'+ of water, or casting into the current a little to get to the bottom (small mouth)