SPINNING vs. BAITCASTING Reels! - DON’T Choose the Wrong One!

Spinning vs. Baitcasting reels which is the right one! Today we will talk about how to choose between a baitcaster and a spinning reel. I talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each reel style! While using a spinning reel and baitcasting reel is the ideal scenario for most bass fishing situations if you only want to choose one this video will explain how to choose spinning reel or baitcaster.

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[mch.l.trecords]

I tried baitcasters before but I just don't like them I can cast them just fine but they just seem too specialized for my taste. the reason I actually prefer spinning reels is simply for the fact that they are way more versatile. baitcasters are more for when you want a very accurate precise cast that's really the only benefit that I can see with baitcasters personally.

spinning reels can use heavier line as long as you use braid so ever since the invention of braid that excuse goes out the window for baitcasters. also spinning reels have a far superior drag system, they have more casting distance, as well they're easier to use for most people.

and if you use heavier braid you can cast heavier lures so that excuse goes out window the list goes on etc ect. overall spinning reels are just way more versatile either way even with BFS baitcasters they have a limited casting distance compared to spinning reels, they also have a way more limited line capacity even with braid.

I think the highest I've seen for a BFS baitcaster was 100 yds of 65 lb test braid and even with a 3000 series spinning reel you can get way more than that. there's also a few other downsides but I'm going to stop here because I'm just tired of typing even though I could go on forever about this.

[johnarcher]

Great video. Of course, everyone is going to have different opinions.
For me, a spinning rig can do most anything.
We would chuck 1oz lures or 1oz bottom rigs with another 6’ leader after that with 4-6” shad on the ends.
We did that with #10 mono and caught 25lb+ salmon.
That’s where those nice drags really pay off.
Even my Musky rig was a spinning rig, as well as our old “snagging” rigs, running #20-#30 mono (yes, those were on the bigger reals LOL!).
Now with braided lines, there is almost nothing I can’t do with a spinning rig.
But that’s my upbringing. You are probably right for most people. Not disagreeing, just offering another opinion.
Tight lines!

[mikko-]

Thanks for a great video. Though I would like to mention one thing: one can do very accurate casts with spinning reel too. You can either slow or stop the lure anywhere you want with your index finger touching the line. No difference in accuracy, except you can do longer casts. Done it last fifty years.

[markmitchell]

Excellent video and very well presented, thank you Nathan!

[ukstorm]

Although I love my baitcasting gear I still love my spinning gear, caught a 5.3 largie today on my Cashion Icon medium lite ned rig rod, what a blast

[ToddLewman]

The one a fisherman is most comfortable fishing with is the best that fisherman could use. For some spinning reels and for other’s baitcasters

[mastermouaable]

Each one has its place. I’ll go spinning for finesse/slow presentation. Baitcaster for power fishing like reaction, swimbait and topwater.

[gerhoefsmit]

Hi There, another advantage for spinning reels is the possibility to buy extra spools for different lines, One can use the same reel say a 4000 and have three spools, one with mono 6 lbs, one with 10lbs and one with braid, how is that for versatility ? nice video. Peace

[ceedsnuts]

I live in Florida I take a bait caster and a spinning reel and I switch between both all day lol I like them both

[leepao]

I've been using BFS (Bait Finesse System) for years now and it has replace a lot of my spinning applications. Although if you going to try BFS remember that the rod spec it's very crucial thing you'll have to follow. FYI, just because you're using BFS reel doesn't mean you're gonna cast a 1/8oz weight if you're pairing with a Medium Power rod, you'll have to pair up with the rod that allow you to load that weight size like a Light - Med-Light Power rod.

[MrFishBlood]

I'm a spinning reels only type of fisherman, and I have to disagree with you on the range of what you can do with spinning gear... I have a Phenix Feather Heavy spinning rod, it'll throw baits up to 1.75 oz. I use it for frogs, punching, glide baits, etc.

Spinning gear does not have to be finesse only anymore. I even have a spinning rod for Muskies!

[oldeschoolbob]

Thank you! For me, it comes down to "Right tool, right time." I'm in Florida and grew up fishing inshore saltwater, so I am very comfortable with spinning gear. Even so, there is clearly a time when it's time to switch to baitcasters: namely, heavier baits and / or thicker cover. One thing I will add, for those familiar with spinning gear who are seeking to learn baitcasting: I don't think there is a "right" and "wrong" when it comes to which side your reel handle is on. Most right-handers fish with their reel on the right...but, back in the day, that style was really (no pun intended..ok, maybe it was) all that was available....so right-handed anglers familiar with spinning gear (reel typically on the left side) adapted to switching hands when using a baitcaster. I am right-handed, and fish with my baitcasting reel handle on the left; it feels more natural to me, so that's what I go with. If you're exploring baitcasting, I suggest you try reels with the handle on each side before making your purchase decision.

[richardporter]

With BFS now I use a spinning reel less than l used to but they definitely still have a spot in the arsenal.

[runjosh]

I have a bunch of fly fishing rods of different weights and an UL spin rod. I plan to get a BC eventually. I used to try choose one system only to keep it more simple and that was fly fishing but now I realise it depends what mood I am in and trying to limit myself is more frustrating so my new philosophy is to just have all systems.

[normchristopherson]

Bate Caster for trolling and Spin Casters for everything else. A nice heavy line (20 lbs or greater) on the batecaster for trolling and anywhere between 4 to 10 lbs on the spincaster. Line weights to vary depending on what we want to accomplish.

[drevil]

I'm not a fisherman per se. Hell I cannot even claim to be average but just from an agronomical point of view the spinning reel seems to make more sense especially if you plan on holding the rod and reel in your paws most of the time. The fact that the weight is distributed to hang off of the rod should make the ergonomics more comfortable. Imagine holding a big baitcaster where the weight is lying on top off the rod. I just cannot see how it can be balanced as well as a spinning reel that does the balancing for you

[MrJohnB-qsdp]

Great video!!! Very good explanation on the differences between spinning & baitcasting and when to use them!! Stay Safe & God Bless!!!

[Lock]

Started out using Zebco reels as a kid got older thought my father's bait casters looked cool and he is always catching bass and rarely has backlash so i want an bought myself one and i absolutely hated it constantly dealing with backlash gave it to my father went and bought a spinning reel and fell in love I can do everything my father can do with his bait casters plus more I'll never use a overrated bait caster again.

[Brunnen_Gee]

Definitely give BFS a shot. It'll be like learning baitcasters all over again, frustrating, but it's worth it. You'll have to learn a different style of casting if you want to do the really light stuff.

I don't really have a preference for baitcasters or spinning, I use both, and I use both for pretty much everything. I do ultralight with both, I have both set up with 50lb braid for catfishing or punching, and everything in between.

[ZeEbstar]

Thanks! This was informative and helpful for a newbie. :)