Different Types of Fishing Reels - Something For Everyone

There are 2 main types of fishing reels although there are other subsets that are quite common. Although these are not exclusive to certain fish or conditions they level of the angler involved does play a part.

Baitcasting Reels

Baitcasting fishing reels can also be called overhead reels which is a term that refers to how they are cast. They are often quite simple in design and the line sits on a revolving spool. The crank can be left of right handed and it is the handle that the angler would turn. Newer baitcasting reels are made from aluminum or steel although some cheaper varieties are lighter and ade made from graphite. The gears are easily adjusted to the anglers needs and can vary from 2:1 up to 6:1. The most common type of fishing to do with a baitcasting reel is Bass fishing. These reel require the most skill and can take quite a bit of time to master.

Baitcasting reels are also known as a conventional reel but can be referred to as Multiplier Reels in Europe and other parts of the world.

Spinning Reel

These reels were originally designed over 100 years ago and was made intentionally for fishing small trout and salmon. They are probably the most common type of reel and are excellent starting points for newcomers. They work very well with light lures and bait so are usually excellent for smaller fish. A slight innovation to a spinning reel is a spincast reel, which does almost the same thing as a spinning reel, but does it automatically with the push of a button are are even easier to use than even the spinning reels - however they can be less sensitive.

No matter the type of fishing reel you choose, they all take some time to learn to use them properly. Even the most experienced anglers need to learn to use each reel individually as each reel seems to work in a slightly different manner. The best way to learn to operate your reel is to just get out there and use it and over time you will develop into a great angler.

I am a keen fan of baitcasting reels and you can learn to use one even as a complete novice. For more useful tops and reviews about them, please visit http://www.baitcasting-reels.com

Fishing Zebco: Shellbeds for Smallmouth Bass

fishing_tips: "Muscle beds are havens for smallmouth, which search out this obscure cover in search of crawfish. If you luck up on a shellbed, try these tips. * Fish a soft-plastic lizard or crawfish when the smallmouth are suspended over the shellbed. Fish lizards on Carolina rigs – each with a 5-foot leader and a 3/4-ounce weight. Use a 7-foot rod with a 12-pound-test main line. The slower you fish a Carolina rig, the more smallmouth you’ll catch. * Fish rough-bottom shell beds when smallmouth are on the bottom eating the crawfish and shad. Texas-rig a soft-plastic centipede in chartreuse-pepper (a bright color in a compact bait) out over the shell beds, dragging the centipede slowly on the bottom, reel-up the slack, drag the bait, and then reel it again. * Fish a 3/4-ounce spinnerbait or a Texas-rigged grub with a red hook in late-summer current. The current stirs up the bottom, causing the crawfish and the minnows to feed on the algae. The smallmouth will feed on the crawfish and the minnows by positioning themselves on the ends of humps in front of current, often in a dead spot right in the front of a stump or a log. Fish both the grub and the spinner bait on tight lines. When the bait hits the bottom, make about eight or 10 cranks to swim the bait just above the bottom. Then let the bait flutter back down. A smallmouth will hit the bait most of the time when the bait falls"

Fishing Zebco Tips: Jerkbaits The Reaction Bait

fishing_tips: "Smallmouth and jerkbaits are synonymous terms with anglers. The smallmouth is undeniably the most aggressive of the bass and its predator instinct is easily triggered by the jerking action of this “reaction bait.” Using a weighted jerkbait increases coverage of the strike zone, expanding the opportunities for using this lure throughout the year.

More than most lures, weighted jerkbaits demand the right 'cadence' (retrieve timing) to draw strikes. This is because they're being used to tempt sluggish bass in cold water. Here are some retrieves to try: Sinking Retrieve (extremely cold water): Make a long cast to the target zone.As soon as the lure hits the water, jerk the rod tip sharply so the bait dives. Stop. Hold the rod parallel to the water and to the side.Twitch the rod tip, reel up slack, and twitch again, much as when fishing a plastic worm. Repeat. When properly weighted, the lure will sink slowly between twitches like a dying shad.Most strikes occur as the lure sinks slowly. Watch your line. If it jumps, set the hook hard. Remember that bass will be extremely sluggish in cold water."

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