pitching and flipping

[hunter_man9k]

i never have pitched and flipped before what action pole do i need and gear ratio i know no that i need braided line what pound test of braided line do i need any other additional information is appreciated
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[tubeN2]

Are you planning on using a baitcaster setup or a spinning setup??

This information will help to determine the class weight and action of the rod that would be best for you.[cool]
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[hunter_man9k]

a bait caster i have only one with a 6:1 gear ratio
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[tubeN2]

That is cool.

I would match that up with a 6 to 6 1/2 foot medium to medium light rod.

What kind of rod do you have and what is the rating on it??[cool]
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[HockeyMan]

Hunter,
The purists use 7 1/2 to 7' 10" heavy casting tackle with a minimum of 17lb line. The guys on TV use the 65lb braid (14lb diameter). I have a 7 1/2 rod with 15lb Suffix Siege that I used to use for flipping jigs but now its pretty much only used for Carolina rigs. I use a 7' with 14lb Suffix Siege and it works great.

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[hunter_man9k]

its a 6'6 medium actionan fast action the reviews are pretting good on it
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[hunter_man9k]

also i say i have never pitched and flipped before i will be using jigs and plastic worms but i don't really know how to hold the lure of choice and how to cast it if this helps its always at least 100 degrees out side and i think i know where the bass are held up in this heavy cover
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[tubeN2]

The 6 1/2 foot rod should be good for you to start since you can get a feel on how to properly load up for the pitch.

Here is a You tube video that explains in more detail on how to pitch.

[url "http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXdWlBO1xe0&NR=1"]Pitching[/url]

Here is another one on Flipping.

[url "http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xELRC88UwQo"]Flipping[/url]

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[hunter_man9k]

the videos are for spinning is it the same for a baitcaster?
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[tubeN2]

Actually the techniques are almost identical. The second video just shows it with the bait caster.[cool]
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[fsh4fun05]

Pitching can be an art form, I still practice in my front yard. I'll set out some objects (whatever is in the garage) about 5' apart for 35' and practice hitting each one.
Start with something heavy and play with your brake on your reel untill you find the sweet spot. Unless you are a born pro you will probably spool out but keep at it, it only gets easier.
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