Baitcasting Combos

What is the best Baitcasting Rod and Reel Combo under $70?

Aug 02, 2006 by lefty lucky | Posted in Fishing

I was thinking of the Daiwa baitcasting combo thats priced at $60. It was given alot of good reviews on BassPro.com. If this really is a pretty good combo to buy, is there any place that sells it besides online at basspro.com? Any and all suggestions and recommendations on a baitcasting rod and reel in the price range please.

If your talking about the Daiwa Procaster, you are getting a good deal. It is a solid reel for the money. When I purchased my first baitcaster, I got a crappy combo, and regretted it later. If I was you, I would get the procaster. Daiwa is a good company, and will help you with any problems you may have with the reel. If this is your first baitcasting rig, keep with it, you will get the "educated thumb" after alot of practice. Even the pros get bird nests sometimes, they just don't show them on TV. You could also try Cabelas.com for a similar deal, or Extreme lures.com Have fun and tight lines.

BASS Fisherman | Sep 07, 1906

I bought a Bass Pro model round casting reel and they threw in a IM-7 rod free all under $70 shipping included. I love it plus I have other Bass Pro named gear that has worked out great for me.

Worm | Aug 02, 2006

I know this may sound odd, and I could not believe it when my brother-in-law called me about it, but Wal-Mart has an Abu Garcia combo for $55 it is a ambassador 5000 reel on a ambassador 1 (6 1/2 foot medium action ) rod. My opinion, that's a real good deal, but remember you get what you pay for, the better the rod and reel the higher the price....but the higher the price the longer it will last you and the easier it will make fishing. Remember you fish for fun, a bad rod and reel will make it seem like work and you will quit going. I had to try several before I found what I liked. I personally prefer a Shimano. I currently use a Shimano Citica...it's a little pricey but well Worth the money.
Hope this helps....good luck and happy fishing....get the BIG one

jbradc69 | Aug 03, 2006

before you buy your first baitcasting reel (if it is your first) then make sure it has a line guide or level wind and the abu Garcia at wal-mart is good for your inshore fishing and lake fishing. though I believe it is $69.

googlman | Aug 03, 2006

What type of baitcasting rod/reel combo will allow me to fish for bottom fish, bait fish and stripers?

Jul 09, 2008 by nhmcoba | Posted in Fishing

I just bought a shakespeare 6'6" baitcasting reel and lined it with 20#. It doesn't look to strong so my question is i know i'll be able to use it for bait fish and bottom fish, but can i use if for stripers too or is it too small?

the length of the rod is good. depending on the action of it. most rods are med action. a good rod for striper's would be 7' med-heavy or heavy action. you want the rod to have some back bone to it. so you are able to fight the fish. if your rod is a med action loosen the drag and follow the fish if its a really big one. 15 plus pounds. most of the rods i use for stripers are 6'6" med-heavy action with an ambassador 5500 c3 . I do have one 7'6" with a 6500 C4 with 30# . thats used for deep water with live baits or big top water plugs. just set your drag right if its a big fish so it wont snap your line on the hard runs it will make. to adjust the drag loosen the star to the left until u are able to pull line out using some force. if it spools off to easy tighten it till u have it set to your likings.

glock69692003 | Jul 09, 2008

You may encounter a problem with runoffs and/or a burned out drag system only because the reel does not do well around saltwater. I hooked into a forty-pound ray and was spooled before I knew it. There was no stopping it and the reel was never the same. It will handle most freshwater situations just fine, just keep it cleaned and oiled.

flounderbytes | Jul 09, 2008

What is a cheap baitcasting rod and reel combo?

Jan 26, 2009 by Hunter Justyn | Posted in Fishing

I am just looking into baitcasting reels and this will be my first one can you give me one under $60. Tell me about them too just everything i will need to know about them.

I would go to a place like a Bass Pro Shop or Cabela's if available in your area. My wife and I purchased baitcasting reels last year. We did what was said, but still ended up making birds nests with the line. I would consult an expert - good luck!

captaco | Jan 26, 2009

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