baitcasting setup

[kerryd15]

just looking at some baitcasting setups on the net. I did not notice anything rated for less than 1/4 oz. Is this the smallest to effectively cast. I am new to baitcasters but would like to set one up. Am I going to gain or lose something by going to a medium light rod versus a medium? Would I be able to cast smaller jigs, say 1/8oz, with a ML rod? Or am i better off sticking to a spinning reel below 1/4 oz?

Thanks

[goose89]

Or am i better off sticking to a spinning reel below 1/4 oz?

Thanks

IMO, yes. ML, XF tip spinning rod would be might choice for jigs in that size range. Good luck......

[Deitz Dittrich]

What is the reason for wanting a baitcaster? The reasons would be to manage heavier lines, more power. But if your goal is to cast lighter lures, then your far better off sticking with spinning gear.

[NCLaker]

What is the reason for wanting a baitcaster? The reasons would be to manage heavier lines, more power. But if your goal is to cast lighter lures, then your far better off sticking with spinning gear.

+1

If you plan to go with 1/8 oz jigs, spinning setup would be the way to go imo.

[blakjack23]

Spinning rods will be easier for most people. But they do make baitcasters capable of tossing 1/8 ounce baits, although most of them are spendy. Do a google search for Daiwa Pixy. A Steez or Core 50MG will also be able to toss 1/8 ounce. Pairing them with the right rod and line is also key. I don't use any spinning gear anymore and toss everything on baitcasters.

[bASS_BLASTER]

I've used 1/4oz jigs with a small trailer on a Steez 103SHA and 6'6" GLX. Yes, works great, feels great, casts great but any wind and you'll find yourself undoing a bird nest. I don't care what anyone says, stick with a spinning combo when casting 1/4oz or less.

[My_Key]

Not to hijack this thread, but why are left handed retrieve baitcasters so hard to find unless I want to order it online? I don't get to the C-store, the MTN or Mills frequently enough that I've looked for one there.

I'm not left handed or anything, but I am so used to casting right handed and retrieving with my left that it feels unnatural to retrieve with my right. Especially at the time of the hookset.

[slipperybob]

Backlashing comes more frequently with weights of 1/4 oz or less on baitcasting gear. You should be able to cast well enough with one of the Shimano 50 size reels. I've tossed Spro BBZ baby shads of 1/4 oz on my Curado 50E on my Avid medium crank rod.

[MN BassFisher]

I'm not left handed or anything, but I am so used to casting right handed and retrieving with my left that it feels unnatural to retrieve with my right. Especially at the time of the hookset.

Last year I bought my first bait casting setup and I thought the same thing! I normally reel with my left hand on spinning gear and it was tricky for me to set the hook while reeling right handed. I have 3 baitcasting setups this year, so I'm just hoping that I'll get used to it.