Baitcaster reel vs. spinning reel... pole?

[Rabbits]

I am wanting to get a baitcaster reel and I was wondering if there was any difference in the pole.

Does the reel go on top?

I bought a Berkeley lightning rod before doing any research on baitcasting reels. I noticed that on the lightning rod it looks like the handle is upside down, as if the reel was meant to go on top. Did I buy a pole for a baitcasting reel?

Thanks guys, hope this makes sense.

[kzoo]

Yes, the reel is on top, grip on the bottom.

[Rabbits]

sweet, thanks,

any good recommendations for a reel?

[A9]

Shimano. Can't go wrong. Although I hear good things about Plueger now, but their drags are still something that concern me...

Avoid Okuma...just my .02

[kzoo]

I agree with Sam on the Shimanos. I know he doesn't care about the Okumas, but they're very reasonably priced reels.

[bpm2000]

u can get a lot of reel for the $ these days with okuma, esp on the spinning side.

[travislikesfishing]

i have a flueger president spiining and i by far my favorite one and i have a bunch i dont know about bait casting though never had one but im looking to buy one this year to try for bass fishing

[Coastfishin]

Shimano. Can't go wrong. Although I hear good things about Plueger now, but their drags are still something that concern me...

Avoid Okuma...just my .02

I agree 100%.
I hove only owned one Okuma reel. It was the biggest piece of junk I ever strapped on a pole. It was OK for casting and retrieving but the drag sucked big time.

[WCCT]

Quantum Energy's are where it is at. The PT and the Tour Edition are both top notch reels with excellent drag systems on them. The Accurist PT is a little less money, but it is still a solid reel.

[fishunt83]

Daiwa's megatwitch reals seem to be working great for me now. Easy to use and i have no problems ever

[HillbillyGeek]

I bought the older version of the BPS tourney baitcasting reel back in February when they were blowing them out for 30 bucks. For that kind of money, I wasn't expecting much. If nothing else, I figured I could use it for flipping. Much to my surprise, this little reel is a dandy and works every bit as well as my $100 pro qualifier. The only major difference being that the centrifugal brake settings can't be changed without removing the side-cover. It's inconvenient, but I rarely adjust the settings so it is a non-issue. Mine is currently spooled with 10 lb mono and mounted on a 7' light-action ugly stik. This is a great setup for throwing lightweight crankbaits. There are definitely better baitcasting reels out there, but if you're on a tight budget, this one is great bang for the buck. :thumleft:

[Daltontribe]

As far as baitcasting reels go. I dont know your price range, but for beginners Abu Garcia Ambassaduers run pretty cheep, but go up to Revo's which are excellent quality, but a little pricey. I personally run Shimano Reels which are expensive and have EXCELLENT quality. I use a Calcutta 100B, 400B, and a Curado 200DHSV and all handle larger lures admirably, but also cast smaller lures with minimal backlashes. Of all the brands I've used these are the very best.

Daniel

[curado]

I have a shimano curado 300dsv and for the hi gh price you get alot i can cast a 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch of 1/4 " lead across the mouth of the wallace river with ease And if you are after chums this reel is good for bringing in 18lbs chums from hell

[fishing collector]

I bought a Spinning rod a few weeks ago and it is one of the best I have used in years for the money. It was purchased on ebay from a guy in Wisconson that got a bunch of rods from a maker called Quetico. It came with a case that is worth almost as much as the pole cost. I am very happy with this purchase and want to pass it on to you. Here is some of the things that are said in the description. I am going to leave an URL for one just like the one I got and hope you like it.

I am going to get a nice Teal ultralight 7 footer for my wife. Only $44 and free shipping!

FEATURES : AAA DA GAMA PORTUGUESE CORK HANDLE - CUSHIONED GRAPHITE REELSEAT -HAND WRAPPED WITH PREMIUM SILK WINDING THREAD -DIAMOND BUTT WRAP - PORTED TITANIUM BUTT PLATE WITH BLANK STABILIZER - FOLDING HOOK KEEPER - QUAD SUPPORT ARCONITE GUIDES- GUIDES ARE OVERSIZED TO INCREASE CASTING DISTANCE- 4 SECTION HEAVY WEIGHT OXFORD CLOTH TRAVEL SLEEVE - CORDURRA COVERED PVC SILK LINED HARD CASE WITH PADDED ZIPPERED TOP AND ADJUSTABLE CARRY STRAP. THESE RODS ARE ENTIRELY HANDBUILT - ONE AT A TIME - HAND SANDED AND HAND WRAPPED.

http://cgi.ebay.com/8-FT-4-PC-UL-STEELH ... dZViewItem

The name of the seller is "microjigger". The rod is a 8ft 4pc steelhead pack spinning rod. It is a im7 ultralight/lite rod. The ebay # is 320261705812 . You should at least give this guy a look.I know a 1 piece rod is better but it would be hard to go threw the woods or put in a little car. The rod I got, has NO FLAWS that I could see other than an alignment dot that is about 1/16in off. Other than that it is perfect! It has been used for trolling and casting and I have had no problems. It is as good as any $600 rod I have used. Only thing is it hasn't gone through the back car door slam test as yet. If it fails then I will only have another $64 bucks to get another one.

Hope it will work for someone, Steve:thumright