02-26-2003, 07:41 PM
[cool][blue][size 2] Hey P-Kid, I transitioned about 2 years ago. It can get a little pricey. I would start out with medium action fast tipped rods 6 to 7 feet in length. You are looking at weights from 1/32 to about 3/8 to start. Cranks/spinnerbaits will weigh heavier. This will mean going to med-heavy or heavy duty rods. [/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]Reels, I would now go with size #2 reels(2000 or 2500 shimano, 20 or 2 in quantum,...) in spinning gear. I have a few size #4's and a lot of size #3's. They tend to take up too much line that won't get used. Try backing or leave older line on for backing. With 250 yard spools, I like to put about half of a spool on at a time(this is about 375 feet). This will save you money when you start setting up a dozen rods every time out(lol). Baitcating reels, rule of thumb is anything under a $100.00 is a piece of crap. If you cast righthanded, you should get a lefthanded retrieve reel. Always use the same casting and retrieving hands. You'll get a third more casts then switching hands(read this in Bassmaster). Baitcasters should be spooled with 10lb line and heavier, and spinning reels 10 lb line and lighter(10lb can go both ways depending on the situation and how many outfits you have rigged).[/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]Oh btw, a real fishing boat can be more expensive than a fish and ski. I traded in my fish/ski last summer for a Ranger [
].[/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]I hope this helps... [/size][/blue]
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[blue][size 2]Reels, I would now go with size #2 reels(2000 or 2500 shimano, 20 or 2 in quantum,...) in spinning gear. I have a few size #4's and a lot of size #3's. They tend to take up too much line that won't get used. Try backing or leave older line on for backing. With 250 yard spools, I like to put about half of a spool on at a time(this is about 375 feet). This will save you money when you start setting up a dozen rods every time out(lol). Baitcating reels, rule of thumb is anything under a $100.00 is a piece of crap. If you cast righthanded, you should get a lefthanded retrieve reel. Always use the same casting and retrieving hands. You'll get a third more casts then switching hands(read this in Bassmaster). Baitcasters should be spooled with 10lb line and heavier, and spinning reels 10 lb line and lighter(10lb can go both ways depending on the situation and how many outfits you have rigged).[/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]Oh btw, a real fishing boat can be more expensive than a fish and ski. I traded in my fish/ski last summer for a Ranger [
].[/size][/blue] [blue][size 2]I hope this helps... [/size][/blue]
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