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Baitcasting Reel!

    Hello there! In this blog post, we'll discuss baitcasting rods and reels, their history, cast, components, prices, and much more.



History

    The baitcasting rod first appeared in the early 19th century in the US due to inventors and fishing enthusiasts' plan, to create better rods and reels.

     First of those incredible reels had appears in watch companies, yes the watch that shows when you are late for your job.

     Normally, they wouldn't add a watch to the rod, but more exactly they would use the mechanics of the clock for creating the baitcaster.

    After the invention of baitcasting rods, the search for them was so big that companies started to choose, the best material for the rod, and they came to the conclusion that the best was bamboo, because of its flexibility and strength, that was almost 100 years ago.





    Nowadays we rarely use bamboo baitcasting rods, because of 20th-century innovations, like fiberglass and graphite.




Casting 

    Unfortunately, the baitcasting rod is not just known for its great accuracy but for the annoying bird nest too. Let me explain. When you cast out,  the line has a tendency to jump from its place, creating a,, bird nest''. That's why people put their finger on the line before and at the time of casting. But because you're here, I will teach you how to be sure you won't create a bird nest without putting your finger on the line when casting.



1. Adjust the Brake System and Tension Knob

    - Start by adjusting the brake system on your reel. This controls the speed of the spool and helps prevent backlash.

    - Adjust the tension knob, this will control the lure's drop speed

    - We want to set the tension so that when you release the spool, the lure drops smoothly without causing spool to overrun (backlash)



2. Free Spool Test

    - Release the spool with the lure attached. If it drops to the ground smoothly and without creating a backlash, you're on the right track.

    - If backlash occurs, tight the tension knob or brake slightly. Keep testing until you find the right balance.



3. Test Casting

    - Begin with a basic overhead cast. Focus on controlling the spool and maintaining smooth line flow

    - If the cast feels too short or if there's backlash, adjust the brake and tension further. You may gradually loosen the brake for more distance once you're comfortable




4. Use your thumb to control the spool

    - As you get more experienced, reduce the brake setting and use your thumb to control the spool's speed. This gives you more freedom to adjust on the fly.





5. Practice with heavier lures

    - Heavier lures are easier to control and help you gain confidence before moving on to lighter or trickier setups.

    - As you gain more control, adjust the reel setting and practice with lighter lures that require more finesse.


 
 

    Now, that you know how to cast without a problem, let's talk about the difference between a spinning and a baitcasting rod.


    The main difference between a spinning rod and a baitacsting rod is the line guide. The line guides are the rings along the length of the rod. On a spinning rod those guides are under the rod itself, but on a baitcasting reel the guides are exactly opposite.



Pros and Cons

    Every single thing has its own pros and cons, that's why I choose to talk about them.


    Pros:


    - Great Accuracy -  Because the reel will allow you to control the spool, meaning you'll have a much better accuracy, being ideal for fishing in tight areas such as structures, docks and vegetation

    -  More Power - Baitcasting rods and reels are mostly designed to handle heavier line and lures.

    -  Casting heavy lures - This reel exceeds at throwing big amount of weight in the water.

    -  More control over the lure

    -  Reduced line twist



    Cons:


    -  Backlash (Bird Nest) - I don't think you really want to know more about this problem.

    -  Less effective for lighter lures

    -  Higher costs - They tend to be more expensive because of their quality.

    -  Requires more maintenance

    -  Heavier setup



    Alright!!!!!!!! That was something. The conclusion is that everybody has it's own preference, but let's be honest, baitcasting reels are great, not just for their accuracy but for the mechanics too.


    I really hope you enjoyed the content and learned something from it! 

                                                                                                                               

 


    

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