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3 ways to stop getting birds nests using a baitcasting reel

March 4th, 2011 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Low Profile Baitcasting Reels

birds nests on your baitcasting reel is no fun

When using a baitcasting reel, the main issue that newcomers have is casting – if you dont do it right, you might get some backlash which in turn will lead to birds nests in your line.

There is a lot to learn about casting and bird nests happen due to a problem in your cast. Usually, it is where there is too much line coming off the spool. Quite simply, you want the spool to stop with the lure and you will learn this with experience.

There are a number of things you can do to prevent birds nests from happening;

1. Use your thumb to control the spool Learning how to control the spool is a big part of casting. You can practice casting in a field or other large area and dont need to be where there is water. You should start by making sure that the tension is set so that when the lure hits the ground, the spool turns no more than a quarter turn. Keep on casting to learn how to control your spool – use your thumb to stop it feeding the line by pressing down on rim once the lure has stopped.

2. Buy a reel to fit your hands, good thumb control is highly important so you should take some time to buy a good quality baitcasting reel. A higher price doesnt always mean better and ergonomics will play an important part in your decision. You can always look at upgrading once you have mastered this.

3. Make sure the rod tip follows the lure

After casting, you should keep the rod tip pointing in the trajectory that the lure is following; if you drop the tip before or when the lure hits the water then you might find that extra line is being spooled off, even though the lure has stopped. This can also cause bird nests. This can also happen if you move your wrist too much after you have cast.

Using a baitcasting reel is a fun and rewarding experience With a some practice, you can easily avoid the problem of birds nests when you cast. You shouldn’t let this put you off and these 3 tips should serve as a good starting point.

Say goodbye to Birds nests on your Shimano low profile baitcasting reel.

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How to Spool a Baitcaster Reel

December 14th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Low Profile Baitcasting Reels

Best way to spool a baitcaster reel

If you are in the market for or have recently received your new baitcaster reel you will no doubt be over the moon with it.

Fishing reels and especially baitcasters have gained much popularity recently despite being thought of more difficult to fish with, mainly due to how fast the line is released compared to other makes of reel, such as spincasters.

Knowing how to spool your line onto a baitcaster reel though is often an altogether new challenge for you.

Putting the line onto a baitcaster reel is certainly a requirement as you may need to do this as you first purchase your fishing reel and of course you are almost certain to be in a situation where you need to do this on a fishing outing. But dont be worried, it isn’t too difficult if you read these straight forward steps below.
To start with, you have to get some suitable line to spool. The type is up to you and probably most important is what you are fishing for although in a lot of cases 10lb test line will be best. With that said, if you are trying to catch bigger fish then be sure to use a stronger line or you may end up with no fish and no line left either!

At first it might be a bit hard to do when on a fishing trip, a neat trick to make it easier is to put the line first in hot water for about 30 minutes and it will help to stop the line getting knotted so much as the curl will be a lot less stiff. This is worth trying if you experience any problems doing it, but be sure to let it dry first before putting it on your fishing reel.

Feed the free end of the fishing line through the rod eyes that you can see on the rod – these appear to be small metal circles. Start at the tip where the circle should be smaller than the others. You should see they get larger at the other end. Continue threading through the guides until you reach the baitcaster reel end of the rod.

When complete, wrap the line around the spool a single time and tie a knot in it. This is used to start rewinding the line onto the baitcaster reel spool. Put the new fishing line on the floor as you wont need need it for the next part. While you are standing place the tip of the rod so it is close the the new line which is on the floor – This means the rod is now facing the ground. Try to close the distance between the new line and rod tip as much as possible.

Turn the fishing reel handle so it loads the new line onto the fishing reel spool and keep going until it is full. As you are done, simply cut the line at the rod tip and you’ve now spooled a baitcaster reel.

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Shimano Core

August 24th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Low Profile Baitcasting Reels

The Ultimate Lightweight Shimano Core.

The new Shimano CORE reels are designed to be the ultimate, lightweight (This brand new Core reel weighs only 173 grams on the scales) baitcasting reels. Made with magnesium frames and sideplates, and featuring Magnumlite spool construction, the standard version for all around fishing, weighs in at 6.1 ounces with a 6.2:1 gear ratio. The series consists of a left and a right-handed version and a version with a faster transfer. The FV flipping version, equipped with Instagage II, comes with oversized PV paddles and a 7.0:1 gear ratio to move fish out of cover fast. These reels both come with HEG, feature Shielded A-RB bearings and are designed to be as compact as possible for a comfortable, lightweight and maneuverable fishing experience.

Shimano describe their new Core baitcaster as the ultimate compact and light-weight baitcasting reel, and with plenty of magnesium evident in its construction, that’s pretty darn accurate. In addition to its outrageous looks, it’s packed with features to make your fishing more enjoyable, the long list of features include a Cold Forged Aluminum Drive Gear Star Drag Dartanium, Magnesium body, Double Paddle Handle and 4 Shielded A-RB bearings.

When Shimano improves an existing range or creates an entirely new one, industry benchmarks are continually being set without precedent. Anything less – simply isn’t good enough. And when Shimano wanted to make the lightest baitcast reel on the planet – they weren’t joking around.

Shimano Core Details

Ultra-Lightweight Magnesium Frame and Sideplate
Super High Speed 7.0:1 Gear Ratio (100MGFV Only)
Magnumlite Spool Design
Cold Forged Aluminum Drag Star
Cold Forged Aluminum Handle
Drilled Handle Shank
Septon Handle Grips
Tapered Ti Levelwind Insert
Instagage II (100FV Only)
PV Power Grips (100MGFV Only)
High Speed 6.2:1 Gear Ratio (100MG Only)
Lightweight Aluminum Drive Gear (100MG Only)
Paddle Grips (100MG Only)
Heavy Duty Brass Drive Gear (100MGFV Only)