It's about time!

[Ridx]

So ive been saying it for a few years now that i want to start float fishing for steelhead, Ive always stuck to bottom bounce and only really fished the Notty for them. I broke down and bought myself and Okuma Aventa VT1002 float reel and a Raven 13'6" IM6 float rod. I have no idea the quality of this equipment but i got some pretty decent prices on them. So now for the fun part. Ive watched some instructional videos and plan to attempt to start to learn casting in my backyard tomorrow. Was wondering if there is anyone here that wants to go float fishing sometime soon and maybe pass on some knowledge as well!

 

[DEVIN]

So ive been saying it for a few years now that i want to start float fishing for steelhead, Ive always stuck to bottom bounce and only really fished the Notty for them. I broke down and bought myself and Okuma Aventa VT1002 float reel and a Raven 13'6" IM6 float rod. I have no idea the quality of this equipment but i got some pretty decent prices on them. So now for the fun part. Ive watched some instructional videos and plan to attempt to start to learn casting in my backyard tomorrow. Was wondering if there is anyone here that wants to go float fishing sometime soon and maybe pass on some knowledge as well!

hey there and congrats!! its alot of fun to float fish.. but one thing i can tell you since your just starting is DO NOT let the frustarion the the best of you. juat keep calm and everyhitng will work out. i wouls get agrivated and noticed that it effects my casting big time. well good luck

dev

 

[salmonkid]

Lol i tried using my dads float reel even though he said it was hard did pretty decently than screwed it up so bad my dad had to take it apart

 

[Dozer]

You got yourself quite the setup. The Raven rod is great, very good quality product. I have an Okuma Aventa and its a great reel, I am certain you will enjoy center pinning. I bring my center pin everywhere I go and use it on all species. Best of luck

 

[Blair]

Okuma Aventa Center Pin Float Reel
[size="-1"]The Okuma Aventa Center Pin Float Reelis a great entry level center pin reel that offers quality construction at an affordable price. The Aventa features a 4.5" spool diameter making it the perfect size for trout and steelhead applications.

Features of the VT-1002 Center Pin Reel include:

• Precision machined aluminum one-piece frame and spool
• Stainless steel shaft
• Two stainless steel ball bearings
• Ported spool with exposed rim for easy control
• On-off ratchet
• Twin removable wooden handles

The manufacturer rates the capacity of this reel at 275 yards of 8 pound line with 50 yards of 20 pound backing.

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RAVEN[sup]®[/sup] IM6​

RAVEN[sup]®[/sup] IM6 float rods provide traditional action that delivers smooth hook sets and plenty of reserve power when it is needed. The 11’ and 11’6" rods combine smooth, crisp action with loads of power.

Matte burgundy blank​

Black PacBay TiCH high frame guides ​

Exclusive RAVEN[sup]®[/sup] tip top guide​

Premium Portuguese cork handle​

Convenient hook keeper​

Burgundy protective cloth bag​

Custom rosewood reel seat and cap​

Sliding rings with black finish aluminum butt cap​

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Glad you got some real nice HARDWARE!
Congrats...


The very first fish you catch, is gonna be the "Bonding Moment" lol
Right now it's all about the shine, curves and lines...

Shortly, it will be all about you and the fish .. on the end of your line!
Best to your new season..

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[RiverNinja]

What would you do without Google, Blair?
:lol:

 

[Blair]

I use GOOGLE to make posts more informative - enjoyable for myself and others.

 

[Rain-Bow]

What would you do without Google, Blair?
:lol:

lol. There would be one good option: to get an actual centerpin and actually learn how to use it, then give true advice?

 

[Blair]

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[Klamp]

lol. There would be one good option: to get an actual centerpin and actually learn how to use it, then give true advice?

There was a guy at TED few years ago who conducted a study at his university. He found that the Internet is about 3% factual. The other 97% consists of hearsay, conjecture, and bullsh!t.

Now, could you live with an Internet only 3% of it's current size??

Carry on Blair. :mrgreen:

 

[Blair]

 

[rocheleauc]

So ive been saying it for a few years now that i want to start float fishing for steelhead, Ive always stuck to bottom bounce and only really fished the Notty for them. I broke down and bought myself and Okuma Aventa VT1002 float reel and a Raven 13'6" IM6 float rod. I have no idea the quality of this equipment but i got some pretty decent prices on them. So now for the fun part. Ive watched some instructional videos and plan to attempt to start to learn casting in my backyard tomorrow. Was wondering if there is anyone here that wants to go float fishing sometime soon and maybe pass on some knowledge as well!

Congrats on the new setup, you'll love it. I recommend you start with the side cast as its easier. The more weight you have the easier it makes it to cast. The Aventa is a great reel to learn with, I used one for a few months when I first started pinning and I'll admit it was difficult at first. I experienced the "knuckle busting" power of the reel on my first fish hooked with it. Once you learn how to use it you'll never want to put it down.

Get down to your local trib and practice fighting some chinnies it's a total different experience on the pin . It will be a nice warmup before the bows get in!

 

[stdavidsboy]

A good outfit to grow into, and something you don't necessarily need to grow out of any time soon.... fought lots of nice 'bows on the same gear in NW Ontario and Niagara. I really think you're going to enjoy yourself. I jumped into centerpin about 5 years ago and I put my fly rod down (gasp! call a doctor!) for steelhead season in favour of what you have. I think you'll enjoy casting on an empty stretch of water more than on the lawn, and you might even catch something on the water.

 

[stdavidsboy]

And although the Raven is not cheap, you wouldn't be overcome with tears of grief or need to take out a new line of credit as you might for other brands, if you accidentally trip and smash your raven during your first season. That never happens anyway... at least not to me.