HenryG Loc: Falmouth Cape Cod Massachusetts

UGLYSTIK

BassmouthRick Loc: So. California

In answer to the question
It’s like golf clubs! You wouldn’t use a sand wedge to hit a 200 yard fairway shot, and you wouldn’t use a driver to chip to the green.
Different rods for different kinds of shots or baits and different reels for different kinds of shots or baits
I carry 10 spinning setups and 12 bait casting setups in my Z20 Ranger
Last comment
1. Buy what you can afford ( not what people are telling you to buy)
2. Buy what you are comfortable fishing now,
You can usually get an old baitcaster from someone and practice until your comfortable with it then your ready to buy one
Hope this helps

signessx1 Loc: Tolland, CT

I have used spinning reels my whole life. I bought the hype and got some baitcasting set ups this winter and spring. I have found that at my age of 52, it is very challenging to become as proficient at using a baitcaster as a spinning set up. Can't quite cast as far or as accurately and get more tangles...I am sure with a lot more practice, it may get better but as someone else said...why change what works. Been using my old set ups.

HenryG Loc: Falmouth Cape Cod Massachusetts

Wow Bass mouth you bring 22rods and reels with you when you go fishing I'd hate to ask ya how much tackle you bring I'm jealous😁👍

BassmouthRick Loc: So. California

More then my wife would like to know about, yes when I tournament fish there are that many in the box on the boat, sometimes when the bite is tough or I’m trying to figure them out. I will have as many as 12 on the deck

BeaverTooth Loc: Branson, MO

Native wisdom says that the way to go for beginners is a Spinning Combo. There is basically no learning curve, just flip the bail and cast. Baitcast reels on the other hand can become frustrating when learning how to adjust your reel perfectly for the bait you are casting to avoid the dreaded "backlash". So unless you are really interested in getting into Baitcast fishing (personally...Baitcast is my #1 choice, but I have been using them for decades!), I would recommend you go with a Spinning set up...and to be honest, there is nothing wrong with a good Spincast push-button reel as well...I have a buddy that catches more bass than anyone I know, and he uses Spincast exclusively. Go figure! I have recommended this before, but if you do not want to spend allot of money, then go to Walmart and pick yourself up a nice combo that feels good in your hand. Walmart offers some nice gear from major brands that I believe you will be happy with for a while, then later you can update when you become more discerning. You do not have to spend allot of money to enjoy yourself when fishing. If you have $100 to spend, you can pick yourself up an ultra-light and a medium combo for a $100 bill at a good Walmart store. This advice is coming from a regular guy who kyack fishes for enjoyment and loves to have a good ole fish fry. And by the way, please know...if you have your own private pond, then you are truly "blessed!" Can I be your friend? I think it is time to go drown a worm!

Girlsfish2

Girlsfish2

I agree with others about using the spinning reel vs. the bait caster. Most of the newbies I know have trouble with the bait caster getting tangled up and that takes time to deal with not to mention the frustration! Go with what you know.

Grizzly 17 Loc: South central Pa

Hi Henry. I have 1 Shakespeare UL 2 Uglys UL 1 med n 1mh both uglys. Used them alot fir trout panfish n cats. 👍👍

Roger Renne Loc: Washington state

I agree with outfit you sent a photo of but I would buy a two piece reel rather than one piece. Easier to carry in your rig. Have fun with whatever you choose and send photos.

Catfish hunter Loc: Riggins idaho (Paradise)

If you long cast it’s a baitcaster hands down.

pete mustfish Loc: Oregon

What you propose looks great and I agree with others that if something works for you, why not stick with it. I do have a personal opinion though on the finer details. I use both types and think a spinning combo a little more versatile in terms of size of lure cast. But I use bait casts for bass always and bigger fish like northern pike or bay or offshore fish. When you have your thumb on a baitcast reel a strike is felt immediately from lure to your hand. For a spinning reel the line has to go around a corner first, the bail, then wind on a spool "sideways". It may be my imagination, but I feel that setup to be looser - more slack in line than with baitcast. Baitcast reels are usually more expensive going to the better quality, but I feel them to be "stronger" too. And although they take some getting used to in terms of avoiding backlash and bad casts, the modern reels are so much easier than my old standbys the Abu Garcia 5500cs. ( which I still use because it's caught so many fish with me). But I like all new Shimano baitcasts and most well- known brands make comparably smooth, hassle free reels. Experiment - you will really enjoy that, I believe! - pete from Oregon

HenryG Loc: Falmouth Cape Cod Massachusetts

I agree I use both but the baitcaster serves more like a winch which I personally feel more comfortable about reeling that fish in