Baitcasting and spinning reels are two of the most popular types of fishing reels that are popular with anglers. Why are they favored by anglers? Comparing these two reels can help you decide which reel is right for you.
1.What is a baitcasting reel?
Baitcasting reels are also known as casting reels. The baitcasting reel is located on top of the rod with the spool parallel to the rod, and the spool is rotated by turning the handle on the side of the reel. Most baitcasting reels feature a brake system, which can adjust the rate at which the spool spins.
2.What is a spinning reel?
Spinning reels are also known as open-faced reels. The spinning reel is located on the bottom of the rod with a non-spinning spool. It has a bail arm that rotates around the spool, thereby spools line onto the spool. Spinning reels also feature other components such as anti-reverse levers, ball bearings, and line drag adjustment knobs.
3.What’s the difference?
1）Reel position
The baitcasting reel sits on top of the rod, which spins in the same direction. The spinning reel is located on the bottom of the rod and is attached by an extended handle and is oriented in the opposite direction to the fishing rod.
2）Spool
The baitcasting reel has a revolving spool that turns when cast. On the other hand, the spool of a spinning reel has a fixed spool, which is held in a fixed position.
3）Casting qualities
Baitcasting reels have better casting quality than spinning reels. Spinning reels rely on fixed spools, while baitcasting reels rely on spinning. The baitcasting reel needs to use spool tension (controlled by an adjustable magnetic tension system) to slow down the spool rotation during casting or control the spool by placing your thumb on the spool during casting.
4.Which reel to choose？
There are factors to consider when choosing a baitcasting reel and spinning reels, such as lure weight, size of target fish, casting distance, and experience. This allows them to work best in different scenarios.
1）Lure weight
Baitcasting reels are usually used with heavy lures while spinning reels are better for use with light lures. For example, when fishing for bass, a baitcasting reel is appropriate when using heavy baits such as swimbaits, frogs, or heavy jigs. While using lighter lures, such as micro jigs or drop shot rigs, spinning reels are suitable.
2）Size of target fish
Baitcasting reels are generally suitable for catching large fish while spinning reels are suitable for catching smaller fish. For example, when your target fish are largemouth bass, catfish, or muskfish, a selective baitcasting reel is suitable. When your target fish are crappie, rainbow trout, or panfish, a spinning reel is suitable.
3）Casting Distance
The baitcasting reel is suitable for anglers who want to cast farther and more precisely. The baitcasting reel has a revolving spool that is slowed or stopped with your thumb during the cast. As a result, baitcasting reels can cast longer distances than spinning reels with fixed spools.
4）Experience
Baitcasting reels tend to tangle easily and take a lot of practice to use, so baitcasting reels are suitable for experienced anglers. Spinning reels are relatively easy to use and are suitable for beginners or those looking for a versatile reel system.
Post time: Nov-11-2022