Diawa baitcaster Strike Force SF150

[mpwallace94]

I just got a Diawa Strike Force baitcaster as a gift. I noramlly fish spin casters, but now that I have a baitcaster, I need some advise on how to cast correctly with this type of reel. I normally use an overhand or semi-side arm cast with my spin cast reels and that works well. The one time I took the bait caster out, I wasn't very successful with distance, accuracy, or backlash issues. I use a light (8 lb) test monofilament line and normally fairly light (1/8 oz. and up) set ups. Any suggestions on how I can get the most out of this new reel??

Thanks in advance!
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