04-01-2003, 10:18 PM
[blue][size 2]Hey Chef, the biggest problem with spinning reels is line twist. Just casting and reeling in a few times introduces some serious line twist with a spinning reel. With a baitcaster, the line comes off the same as it goes back on. So you can cast all day without twisting the line.[/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]As you know, a spinning rig is simple to cast and is ideal for light baits. While a baitcaster takes some finesse and lots of practice to minimize rat's nests. And lighter baits and casting into the wind only exacerbate the problem.[/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]I keep both in my tool chest, since they both excel in different fishing techniques. Baitcasters are great for casting, trolling, bottom bouncing, etc. Spinning rigs are ideal for jigging, lindy rigging, live bait fishing, etc. Though there is plenty of overlap in their use.[/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]As you know, a spinning rig is simple to cast and is ideal for light baits. While a baitcaster takes some finesse and lots of practice to minimize rat's nests. And lighter baits and casting into the wind only exacerbate the problem.[/size][/blue]
[blue][size 2]I keep both in my tool chest, since they both excel in different fishing techniques. Baitcasters are great for casting, trolling, bottom bouncing, etc. Spinning rigs are ideal for jigging, lindy rigging, live bait fishing, etc. Though there is plenty of overlap in their use.[/size][/blue]