On Freshwater Reels and Rods... Types There are basically three types of reels baitcasting, spinning and spincasting. Baitcasting reels Baitcasting reels work with the weight of the bait or lure as it pulls on the line and turns the spool to release more line. The heavier the lure, the longer the cast. With practice, this style of reel also will allow you to cast more accurately These are typically preferred by more experienced anglers, especially when using heavier lures and lines designed for bigger fish Most baitcasting reels now incorporate a drag system designed to adjust the resistance--or drag--on the spool to control how much resistance is needed to pull the right amount of line off the spool. Star drags or a simple drag knob is common. You can also select a baitcasting reel for your style of fishing Offshore reels are designed to fight large fish from a boat Trolling reels allow you to drag live bait or a lure as you troll in a boat Casting reels give you the benefit of precision casts. These even come in casting styles, with pitching to cast overhead or sidearm and flipping to cast underhand in tight situations such as underneath tree branches Spinning reels Spinning reels are open-faced Your line is released from a stationary spool by flipping a bail wire, a piece of metal wire across the spool called a bail . This stationary spool keeps the line in place and helps prevent snarls and tangled line. The weight of your lure or bait propels the line forward Spinning reels can handle smaller bait but today's spinning reels are designed for light to heavier fish. You also need to ensure that your reel is a left- or right-hand retrieve, or can be adapted for either hand Spinning reels use an anti-reverse, a simple mechanism you set by letting go of the bail wire after casting. This keeps your line from spooling off once you get a strike from a fish. The anti-reverse lock is usually a lever mounted on the gear housing cover. It prevents the reel handle from turning in reverse when you hook a fish and it runs or when you are trolling. Automatic anti-reverse requires no manual settings Spincasting reels Spincasting reels are closed-faced, and combine spinning and casting. The spool remains stationary until you use a thumb button to cast. When you release the button, your bait or lure propel your line. The ease of spincasting reels make them a good choice for beginners both for the in ease of casting and their reliability, with few bells and whistles that cause problems while your fishing. The closed face does limit line capacity, but you can still find models that will handle light to medium fish Materials/Construction Spools The spool is the part of the reel that holds the line. It is a detachable component of the reel. Spools are made of either graphite or aluminum. Graphite spools are designed to be lighter than aluminum spools. Aluminum spools generally cost more and some consider aluminum to be more durable Either material is designed to resist corrosion from the water Frames The frame is what gives a real its shape Frames can also be either made of graphite or aluminum. Once again, this is a question of weight and the price you are willing to pay for a reel Line capacity Line capacity is a key consideration in selecting a reel. Reels can handle as little as 15 yards to as much as 900 yards The amount of line you'll need depends on your fishing. For example, fishing in your favorite pond or park will probably require only minimal line capacity. If you plan on fishing in the Great Lakes, though, you may need more line capacity to handle the water's depth and the type of fish that may run with your line. Gear ratio Gear ratios tells you how quickly a reel will retrieve line per revolution of your reel's crank As a guide, lower ratios provide more power for bringing fish from deeper depths, while higher gear rations benefit when pulling fish from closer to the surface Ball bearings Ball bearings are used to help reels work more smoothly by supporting the moving parts. Generally speaking, the more ball bearings, the smoother the reel works, especially under pressure. As more ball bearings are added to a reel, the cost goes up. How to buy combos If you are new to fishing, combos are a great way to start because manufacturers match the right reel with the right rod. They usually even put the right line on the reel for you. All you need to do is determine the type of fishing that you want to do and then find the combo that best suits your needs Like anything else, the more features in a combo, as well as the more quality components, the more you will pay. A good combo, though, can provide a lifetime of fun. Types -baitcasting and spinning. The type of rod you buy depends as much on the reel you buy as the type of fishing that you plan to do. Materials/Construction Most rods today are made from either graphite or fiberglass, or a composition of these two materials. Graphite Graphite has been refined over the years to provide lighter, more flexible rods that give you "sensitivity," a big plus in feeling when a fish begins to nibble on your bait This material is also strong enough to land a larger fish Fiberglass Fiberglass provides more durability than graphite but sacrifices some sensitivity and is heavier than graphite Composites New composite rods give you the best of both graphite and fiberglass--the durability of fiberglass combined with the lightweight, power and sensitivity of graphite Guides In casting rods, line guides are positioned on top of the rod. They are smaller to reduce the play in the line and allow for easier casting and quicker retrieve. Spinning rods place the line guides on the rod's bottom. These guides get larger toward the base of the rod. The number of line guides is determined by the rod's length To Read More Regarding Freshwater Fishing Rods Click Here |
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On Freshwater Reels and Rods... Types There are basically three types of reels baitcasting, spinning and spincasting. Baitcasting reels Baitcasting reels work with the weight of the bait or lure as it pulls on the line and turns the spool to release more line. The heavier the lure, the longer the cast. With practice, this style of reel also will allow you to cast more accurately These are typically preferred by more experienced anglers, especially when using heavier lures and lines designed for bigger fish Most baitcasting reels now incorporate a drag system designed to adjust the resistance--or drag--on the spool to control how much resistance is needed to pull the right amount of line off the spool. Star drags or a simple drag knob is common. You can also select a baitcasting reel for your style of fishing Offshore reels are designed to fight large fish from a boat Trolling reels allow you to drag live bait or a lure as you troll in a boat Casting reels give you the benefit of precision casts. These even come in casting styles, with pitching to cast overhead or sidearm and flipping to cast underhand in tight situations such as underneath tree branches Spinning reels Spinning reels are open-faced Your line is released from a stationary spool by flipping a bail wire, a piece of metal wire across the spool called a bail . This stationary spool keeps the line in place and helps prevent snarls and tangled line. The weight of your lure or bait propels the line forward Spinning reels can handle smaller bait but today's spinning reels are designed for light to heavier fish. You also need to ensure that your reel is a left- or right-hand retrieve, or can be adapted for either hand Spinning reels use an anti-reverse, a simple mechanism you set by letting go of the bail wire after casting. This keeps your line from spooling off once you get a strike from a fish. The anti-reverse lock is usually a lever mounted on the gear housing cover. It prevents the reel handle from turning in reverse when you hook a fish and it runs or when you are trolling. Automatic anti-reverse requires no manual settings Spincasting reels Spincasting reels are closed-faced, and combine spinning and casting. The spool remains stationary until you use a thumb button to cast. When you release the button, your bait or lure propel your line. The ease of spincasting reels make them a good choice for beginners both for the in ease of casting and their reliability, with few bells and whistles that cause problems while your fishing. The closed face does limit line capacity, but you can still find models that will handle light to medium fish Materials/Construction Spools The spool is the part of the reel that holds the line. It is a detachable component of the reel. Spools are made of either graphite or aluminum. Graphite spools are designed to be lighter than aluminum spools. Aluminum spools generally cost more and some consider aluminum to be more durable Either material is designed to resist corrosion from the water Frames The frame is what gives a real its shape Frames can also be either made of graphite or aluminum. Once again, this is a question of weight and the price you are willing to pay for a reel Line capacity Line capacity is a key consideration in selecting a reel. Reels can handle as little as 15 yards to as much as 900 yards The amount of line you'll need depends on your fishing. For example, fishing in your favorite pond or park will probably require only minimal line capacity. If you plan on fishing in the Great Lakes, though, you may need more line capacity to handle the water's depth and the type of fish that may run with your line. Gear ratio Gear ratios tells you how quickly a reel will retrieve line per revolution of your reel's crank As a guide, lower ratios provide more power for bringing fish from deeper depths, while higher gear rations benefit when pulling fish from closer to the surface Ball bearings Ball bearings are used to help reels work more smoothly by supporting the moving parts. Generally speaking, the more ball bearings, the smoother the reel works, especially under pressure. As more ball bearings are added to a reel, the cost goes up. How to buy combos If you are new to fishing, combos are a great way to start because manufacturers match the right reel with the right rod. They usually even put the right line on the reel for you. All you need to do is determine the type of fishing that you want to do and then find the combo that best suits your needs Like anything else, the more features in a combo, as well as the more quality components, the more you will pay. A good combo, though, can provide a lifetime of fun. Types -baitcasting and spinning. The type of rod you buy depends as much on the reel you buy as the type of fishing that you plan to do. Materials/Construction Most rods today are made from either graphite or fiberglass, or a composition of these two materials. Graphite Graphite has been refined over the years to provide lighter, more flexible rods that give you "sensitivity," a big plus in feeling when a fish begins to nibble on your bait This material is also strong enough to land a larger fish Fiberglass Fiberglass provides more durability than graphite but sacrifices some sensitivity and is heavier than graphite Composites New composite rods give you the best of both graphite and fiberglass--the durability of fiberglass combined with the lightweight, power and sensitivity of graphite Guides In casting rods, line guides are positioned on top of the rod. They are smaller to reduce the play in the line and allow for easier casting and quicker retrieve. Spinning rods place the line guides on the rod's bottom. These guides get larger toward the base of the rod. The number of line guides is determined by the rod's length To Read More Regarding Freshwater Fishing Rods Click Here |
SHIMANO CALAIS - Puts you in complete control with Shimano's Variable Brake System which uses six adjustable brake weights that you can adjust to your casting preference. Other features include a Dartainium drag. Super Stopper one-way roller bearing for zero handle back play; calibrated cast control cap to fine tune spool speed and one-piece aluminum frame with aluminum side plates for lightweight dependability. Greased bearings in all critical support areas. *Denotes Magnesium Spool |
