Are baitcasters good for jack of all trade fishing?
Aug 20, 2021 11:05:17 #
I usually just fish in Lake Erie so I was wondering if a bait caster would be good for this any species?
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by breadal
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by breadal
Aug 20, 2021 21:36:08 #
My opinion is no, use a M action spinning rod/reel combo and you should be able to handle most everything that swims in Erie.
Aug 21, 2021 14:42:37 #
BILLBYRD1
Loc: Prattville Al
I use them for everything. Different strength for the lure/bait I am using. H to MH to M to L action on the rod. I do use spinning tackle but I can use bait casters due to how long I have fished. You need to adjust the reel to the lure weight and use the corresponding rod.
Aug 21, 2021 15:33:05 #
No, and I say that from a purely maintenance view. Reels require a certain level of maintenance, especially if you fish salt water, although I recall when I lived in Wisconsin that algae was as hard on reels as salt. To really get into a baitcaster you're going to have to get into both ends of the reel and some pretty intricate parts. If you have the time and can keep up a schedule, they will be fine, but neglect them and they will fail in a heart beat.
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