04-10-2008, 04:22 PM
[black][size 3]Hey RyanCreek,[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]As was mentioned, that reel is one of the "lesser expensive" reels - which could equate to quality as well. Although I confess, that I am not familiar with that particular one.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]I can cast my trolling reels (even linecounter reels) as well as my baitcasters, so that is not really too much of an issue for me. [/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]On thing that might help, is to start out with a heavier line than 12 lb. Try 20 lb. - buy some cheap line for practice. Only put on enough line on the reel for a medium cast - about 25 yards should be sufficient - this will make any birds nests easier to handle. Also, make sure you are casting a heavy enough weight - Start out with 1 oz and work upwards to 2 oz. With one of my reels (a Penn 209), I have to have more than 1.5 oz of weight on it to get a good cast. My trolling reels also require more weight to cast as well.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]Another thing already mentioned, is to make sure your reel brake is set properly to begin with (sometimes the brake is a little knob next to the cranking handle). To do this, attach the weight you will be using to cast. Hold your rod at a 45 degree angle and release the line. While the weight decends, adjust the brake until the weight falls slowly to the ground and the reel stops turning on it's own when the weight touches the ground.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]When casting, You need to train your thumb to feather the line as it goes out. Before the weight hits the ground you need to use your thumb to stop the rotation of the reel.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]Did any of that make sense ? If not, go ahead and ask for clarification.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]As was mentioned, that reel is one of the "lesser expensive" reels - which could equate to quality as well. Although I confess, that I am not familiar with that particular one.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]I can cast my trolling reels (even linecounter reels) as well as my baitcasters, so that is not really too much of an issue for me. [/size][/black]
[black][size 3][/size][/black]
[black][size 3]On thing that might help, is to start out with a heavier line than 12 lb. Try 20 lb. - buy some cheap line for practice. Only put on enough line on the reel for a medium cast - about 25 yards should be sufficient - this will make any birds nests easier to handle. Also, make sure you are casting a heavy enough weight - Start out with 1 oz and work upwards to 2 oz. With one of my reels (a Penn 209), I have to have more than 1.5 oz of weight on it to get a good cast. My trolling reels also require more weight to cast as well.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]Another thing already mentioned, is to make sure your reel brake is set properly to begin with (sometimes the brake is a little knob next to the cranking handle). To do this, attach the weight you will be using to cast. Hold your rod at a 45 degree angle and release the line. While the weight decends, adjust the brake until the weight falls slowly to the ground and the reel stops turning on it's own when the weight touches the ground.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]When casting, You need to train your thumb to feather the line as it goes out. Before the weight hits the ground you need to use your thumb to stop the rotation of the reel.[/size][/black]
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[black][size 3]Did any of that make sense ? If not, go ahead and ask for clarification.[/size][/black]
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