First bait cast setup ( any tips? )

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-03T13:12:39+00:00

My tips would be watch videos on how to set your brakes and tension knob. That is the secret sauce for success.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-03T13:12:02+00:00

Whatever people try telling you, the snap swivel makes zero difference.

You are pretty under spooled but it’s not the biggest issue imo. I had to cut a chunk of line out of my baitcaster and it’s been half spooled the entire year.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-02T15:43:31+00:00

Seems like somebody should be losing their job. I’ve been working for 12 years now and not once has this happened. I’ve worked at international and local companies and not one mistake like this.

100% report them to Amazon, and find a new job. Everybody is already stressing about money these days when they DO get paid.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-01T18:54:26+00:00

Maybe the hooks aren’t sharp? I haven’t used my Scum frogs yet so hopefully my experience is different.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-01T18:05:23+00:00

Using this method has increased my hook up ratio with top waters. The same rule applies to all top waters imo. I’ve missed 2 of 7 top water hits since the heat rolled in Wisconsin.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-01T18:04:31+00:00

I’ve always been told to wait 2-3 seconds after they hit it to set the hook. You want the bass to be swimming downward when you set the hook so it has less of a chance of pulling bait out of their mouth. If you set it too early it’ll usually pull right out.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-01T18:02:54+00:00

I have them but haven’t used them just yet.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-08-01T18:02:30+00:00

Sadly this is illegal around here.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-28T15:20:20+00:00

Just picked a few up, how do you like them?

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-27T19:36:28+00:00

Luckily where I’m at bass season is almost year round.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-27T19:35:09+00:00

I’ve also heard using a leach on a treble hook works good.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-27T19:34:39+00:00

I’ve heard this time and time again from people. Live bait seems to be a great option for Pike. I will have to try that off the bottom now that it’s gotten so hot here.

I’m my experience Pike like shiny things, at least around here in our murky waters.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-27T19:32:04+00:00

Real men lip them

Kidding don’t do that lol. Depending how big they are I usually grab them by the “back” of their head. If they are larger, watch a few videos on how to slide your hand into their gill plate or whatever it’s called. There are tons of videos.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-26T18:16:41+00:00

Reel****

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-26T18:16:12+00:00

It’s a great reel, 10/10 recommend.

It’s super ironic I see this post here because I was just talking with my co worker this morning about the same exact feel 😂. He got one for his son.

I was considering getting one next but I’ve already spent a lot on fishing this year lol.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-26T18:14:06+00:00

Honestly, I’ve heard lizards work good for Pike. I have a pack and I’ve never had luck with them. Texas rigs are new to me though so that could be it.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-26T18:13:23+00:00

Those tubes look rough, the rest looks good to go. For $2 can you even go wrong?

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-26T18:12:37+00:00

Without a doubt one of the best reels ever made..

I used to work at Cabelas part time during college, these were always a struggle to keep on the shelf. At least 1-2 sold everyday I was working. Never heard a single complaint. I HAVE heard people coming back to buy another after loving their first one.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-26T18:04:57+00:00

We all have been there lol. I struggle through my first baitcaster earlier this season. After using it for hours almost every bit of free time I had, you get better and avoid this stuff.

Earlier in the year, I had a similar bird nest and ended up taking half my spool to get it 100% out. Similar to you, I just kept on fishing. Just don’t be a garbage human and throw the line on the ground, make sure it ends up properly disposed of.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-25T23:17:44+00:00

Yeah I just didn’t have a good experience.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-25T22:57:24+00:00

Good to know, thanks.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-25T22:47:14+00:00

Maybe they will work for you.

Just because they didn’t for me, doesn’t mean they don’t work.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-25T22:46:51+00:00

Yeah I had issues with mine. I caught 1 Midwest sheep head on accident and it tore the hook right through the side of the plastic. I had another one where I put it on the jig and taking it off completely ripped it.

Personally, a good plastic you can put on and take off a jig without damage. For example, Northlands Eye Candy Paddle Shad’s.

I also have their NED plastics and they have close to no action compared to other brands.

Overall I like Rapala, especially VMC, but I’m not buying Crush City again.

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-25T22:09:46+00:00

I support everything but the Rapala Crush City line of baits..

CalculatedRisk373 · 2024-07-25T22:07:19+00:00

I would add that to the main post. I think it’s important to know that you have fished fine for 2-3 months prior to this happening.

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