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I found out recently that using braid with spincast reels is possible - even casting light jigs + plastic. There are guidelines that must be followed or casting problems become a big pain. Can share them if anyone is interested.
It never hurts to have more information, so share away.Senkosam said:I found out recently that using braid with spincast reels is possible - even casting light jigs + plastic. There are guidelines that must be followed or casting problems become a big pain. Can share them if anyone is interested.
Use a clove hitch tighten with two half hitches. clove hitch acts like a gripper hitch in fact pass the line under the cross couple three times OR just use an Arbor Knot for under 5lb fish. TonyNKlamerus said:I didn't know either but I guess it never crossed my mind, I bet you could really launch some baits
The only thing I recommend is the usual basics, wet the line with warm water before spooling, spool it tightly, better to be tighter and too loose, you will regret it
Suffix 832 is my go-to, softer than powerpro and lasts much longer
Not sure if most spin casts have a line tie knob? If the spool isn't rubberized the braid can actually spin around the spool as a whole unit, or back with some mono
First off, plastic line works okay with spincast reels as long as there's no line memory (coils coming out of the cap) or line twist.plumbertom said:It never hurts to have more information, so share away.
Just knowing what's needed may help some decide whether to pursue purchase of a spin cast reel for use with braid.
I have a couple of Zebcos in my arsenal that I mostly keep for people that are not ready for a casting reel. Adding braid would be a possible option.
My mother loved to fish and all she ever used were Zebco reels. She even landed a 35 Lb Striped bass using a big Zebco reel.
I learned how to tie the FG during COVID. Now it's my favorite braid to mono/fluoro connection. About as thin as a connection knot can be and almost 100% strength.Cooper said:As noted above, only certain knots are reliable when tying mono to braided line.
I find it easier to cast light lures under overhanging tree limbs and under docks using spincast same as for baitcast. For pitching lures in tight spots, spinning seems better.bubs said:The question I have is why would you use a spin cast reel over any other type of reel? All I see are disadvantages.
I have been using braided line on a pen reel for a couple of years. Not an expert but caught some 9-20 lb salmon on lures and jigs last year and so far one 10 lber this year.Senkosam said:I found out recently that using braid with spincast reels is possible - even casting light jigs + plastic. There are guidelines that must be followed or casting problems become a big pain. Can share them if anyone is interested.
FG???? I am but a rookieSnopro said:I learned how to tie the FG during COVID. Now it's my favorite braid to mono/fluoro connection. About as thin as a connection knot can be and almost 100% strength.
Your mom had it right. Use the reel's your comfortable with. I wouldn't have a closed face reel, spinning or casting. That doesn't mean squat! Just one mans opinion on the type of reels he likes.plumbertom said:It never hurts to have more information, so share away.
Just knowing what's needed may help some decide whether to pursue purchase of a spin cast reel for use with braid.
I have a couple of Zebcos in my arsenal that I mostly keep for people that are not ready for a casting reel. Adding braid would be a possible option.
My mother loved to fish and all she ever used were Zebco reels. She even landed a 35 Lb Striped bass using a big Zebco reel.