05-08-2014, 11:57 AM
Stefan,
I wouldn't switch to baitcasting gear if the only value add you are looking for is accuracy. If you'll just practice with what you have, you'll get plenty accurate enough. A good practice routine is to lay a couple 5 gallon buckets down in the yard, and practice tossing a weighted line into the bucket from varying distances. I have the same philosophy with lure casting as I do shooting, aim small, and you'll hit big.
Baitcasting gear can be finicky and become frustrating for anglers new to them. I actually started out using baitcasting gear, and migrated over to spinning tackle. There are a few reasons for this, but the biggies are the drag is stronger, and they are superior in regards to using light terminal tackle. I also feel like I can get more torque on the handle when i'm dealing with larger fish, and I just over all like the feel better. But that's me, you may feel differently about it.
[quote stefan_1]Hey, I am in need of some recommendations for baitcast gear. I currently fish trout with a spinning setup, with bait, at a lake. I currently fish from shore tossing a 3/4 oz egg weight torwards a hole.
Would upgrating to a baitcast allow me to toss a 1 oz+ weight straight into the hole? If so, I would like a quality beginner rod and reel (under $100?). Also what lb line would I need? I currently use 6lb mono. Would I need to upgrade to braid?
I would highly apreciate any info and recommendations. Thank you.[/quote]
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I wouldn't switch to baitcasting gear if the only value add you are looking for is accuracy. If you'll just practice with what you have, you'll get plenty accurate enough. A good practice routine is to lay a couple 5 gallon buckets down in the yard, and practice tossing a weighted line into the bucket from varying distances. I have the same philosophy with lure casting as I do shooting, aim small, and you'll hit big.
Baitcasting gear can be finicky and become frustrating for anglers new to them. I actually started out using baitcasting gear, and migrated over to spinning tackle. There are a few reasons for this, but the biggies are the drag is stronger, and they are superior in regards to using light terminal tackle. I also feel like I can get more torque on the handle when i'm dealing with larger fish, and I just over all like the feel better. But that's me, you may feel differently about it.
[quote stefan_1]Hey, I am in need of some recommendations for baitcast gear. I currently fish trout with a spinning setup, with bait, at a lake. I currently fish from shore tossing a 3/4 oz egg weight torwards a hole.
Would upgrating to a baitcast allow me to toss a 1 oz+ weight straight into the hole? If so, I would like a quality beginner rod and reel (under $100?). Also what lb line would I need? I currently use 6lb mono. Would I need to upgrade to braid?
I would highly apreciate any info and recommendations. Thank you.[/quote]
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