I have two rods and (spinning) reels. Last weekend I found that Rod A (8lb mono on a 7ft. 12lb rod) was casting more than twice as far as Rod B (15lb fluro on a 7ft. 14lb rod), both with a 1/4oz. jig. I thought perhaps Rod A was just better, but when I switch the 8lb reel to Rod B (and the 15lb reel to Rod A) the same result! The 8lb reel still cast twice as far as the 15lb reel.
So... The casting was dependent on the reel set up, not the rod.
Does line weight really make that much a difference? It seems by my experience it does. Can any one confirm this? If so, how do I get a heavier line to cast further?
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Casting Distance
Started by Allen, Jul 20 2012 03:58 PM
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Posted 20 July 2012 - 04:39 PM
LINE WEIGHT is the SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT FACTOR in casting distance! PERIOD.
The rod type (Fiberglass vs. Carbon Graphite, length, guides etc) , the type of line (Braid, Floro, Mono, Hybrid) the reel (Spinning, SpinCast, Bait Caster, Centre Pin, Fly)
all play significant roles of course, so does your experience in handling each given variable and situation.
HOWEVER, in DIRECT response to the BASICS of your question. It is the LINE WEIGHT.
The less weight = MORE DISTANCE
* In general, so many people will go OVER WEIGHT with their line needs. There are always exceptions and sometimes, I know I may sound like a broken record ... but:
I use 6lb Mono 60 % of the time (Even 4lb alot)
I use 8 -10 lb for my Carp & Pike Fishing
and I use 12- 14 Lb for SALMON PIER FISHING
With the salmon (Their size, fight and weight of the lures) I go a little heavier.
With Pike and Carp, I need the little extra of 8- 10 lb ... or else I will lose fish (their size) sometimes on the intial take. I also dont want to wear them down fighting for 1 hr with too light line.
With 6lb mono - I can successfully catch pretty well anything else in exsistance (Ontario fishing)
Trust your skills, Trust learning to FEEL THE FISH, Trust the rod & Reel .....
Over Kill on Line weight offers 10X more NEGATIVES then it will EVER HELP in a POSITIVE.
Just my opinons, based on many years of Use and Experience.
The rod type (Fiberglass vs. Carbon Graphite, length, guides etc) , the type of line (Braid, Floro, Mono, Hybrid) the reel (Spinning, SpinCast, Bait Caster, Centre Pin, Fly)
all play significant roles of course, so does your experience in handling each given variable and situation.
HOWEVER, in DIRECT response to the BASICS of your question. It is the LINE WEIGHT.
The less weight = MORE DISTANCE
* In general, so many people will go OVER WEIGHT with their line needs. There are always exceptions and sometimes, I know I may sound like a broken record ... but:
I use 6lb Mono 60 % of the time (Even 4lb alot)
I use 8 -10 lb for my Carp & Pike Fishing
and I use 12- 14 Lb for SALMON PIER FISHING
With the salmon (Their size, fight and weight of the lures) I go a little heavier.
With Pike and Carp, I need the little extra of 8- 10 lb ... or else I will lose fish (their size) sometimes on the intial take. I also dont want to wear them down fighting for 1 hr with too light line.
With 6lb mono - I can successfully catch pretty well anything else in exsistance (Ontario fishing)
Trust your skills, Trust learning to FEEL THE FISH, Trust the rod & Reel .....
Over Kill on Line weight offers 10X more NEGATIVES then it will EVER HELP in a POSITIVE.
Just my opinons, based on many years of Use and Experience.
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Posted 20 July 2012 - 10:02 PM
Over Kill on Line weight offers 10X more NEGATIVES then it will EVER HELP in a POSITIVE.
Thanks for explaining that to me. I think I'm caught up on the whole fantasy of being prepared for "the big one", and loosing sight of basic physics! I'm going to re-spool my reel that had the 15lb line. Thanks for the advice!
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Posted 20 July 2012 - 10:08 PM
No worries, BEEN THERE, DONE THAT!
Look at it this way, with ALL the MORE FISH your going to catch ... you will have built the experience (The "Eye - hand" memory actions) to handle the BIG ONES when they come.
And they will, they always do.
Dont sweat what hasnt happened yet (or on a daily basis), enjoy Living the Moment and then your READY for the rest.
How you like those words? lol
Best to you, I think your decision is a wise one
Look at it this way, with ALL the MORE FISH your going to catch ... you will have built the experience (The "Eye - hand" memory actions) to handle the BIG ONES when they come.
And they will, they always do.
Dont sweat what hasnt happened yet (or on a daily basis), enjoy Living the Moment and then your READY for the rest.
How you like those words? lol
Best to you, I think your decision is a wise one
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Posted 22 July 2012 - 02:40 AM
Thanks Blair
It is one of the most common mistakes of beginners, line overkill. I think almost everyone starting off fishing does it not realizing lighter line=more fish. Worried about losing your fish? Well that's what the drag on your reel is for and the backbone of your rod. All parts work in unison to make fishing challenging.
I have 7 ultra-light spinning rods from 5'6" to 10'6" spooled with 4 or 6lb line. I just got a baitcaster and that's spooled with 14lb line, my heaviest to get bass in thick weeds. When I was going after salmon I'd only use 8 lb and never had a problem landing 20 or 30 lb fish.
Heavy line, I won't waste my money on it to catch less fish.
It is one of the most common mistakes of beginners, line overkill. I think almost everyone starting off fishing does it not realizing lighter line=more fish. Worried about losing your fish? Well that's what the drag on your reel is for and the backbone of your rod. All parts work in unison to make fishing challenging.
I have 7 ultra-light spinning rods from 5'6" to 10'6" spooled with 4 or 6lb line. I just got a baitcaster and that's spooled with 14lb line, my heaviest to get bass in thick weeds. When I was going after salmon I'd only use 8 lb and never had a problem landing 20 or 30 lb fish.
Heavy line, I won't waste my money on it to catch less fish.
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Posted 22 July 2012 - 02:30 PM
Blair, Grubman, thanks for sharing your experience. I need the sage advice of the wizened ones. I do get caught up in the "heavier line heavier fish" menatlity. Also, thanks Grubman for stating " use 8 lb and never had a problem landing 20 or 30 lb fish." - I seriously would have got 20lb line to catch fish that size! Many thanks gents!
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Posted 22 July 2012 - 02:49 PM
if you want distance and sensitivity go with braided line. don't throw away 15lb mono, take off half of it off the spool and use it as backing, use uni knot to connect to 10lb braided line. do you "experiment" again and post the results. good luck
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Posted 22 July 2012 - 06:21 PM
Line diameter seems to be the major factor. I think it's worth comparing boxes from different brand names.
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