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Forum name | Freshwater Fishing in California |
Topic subject | RE: BAITCASTING REEL? |
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6570, RE: BAITCASTING REEL? Posted by Leapin Bass, Thu Oct-31-02 10:47 AM
When I was first learning I brought my setup to a pier. The longer "dropping distance" made it easier to control the backlash - longer time to react? I don't know - it worked for me.
Once I had that down I got a practice plug and a box and "target practiced" in the back yard. Not only did that help me learn to cast the reel but it also improved my aim.
I also spent a lot of time at a local pond (a few blocks from my house) casting a 1/4 oz. crankbait from the shore. One of those casts produced a 24 inch (~7.5 lbs.) largemouth - I was stoked! 2nd fish on a baitcaster.
It's a little tough at first but WELL WORTH THE EFFORT!
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