***ZERO LINE TWIST*** How to Spool a Spinning Reel (No BS)

In this video, we'll be discussing the importance of avoiding fishing line twists and how to prevent them on spinning reels. Fishing line twists can be frustrating and lead to decreased casting distance, decreased sensitivity, and even lost fish. We'll go over a few simple steps you can take before, during, and after your fishing trip to prevent line twists. We'll also cover some common mistakes that anglers make that can lead to line twists, and how to correct them. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, this video will provide you with valuable tips and techniques to help you avoid fishing line twists and improve your overall fishing experience. Don't let spinning reel line twists ruin your next fishing trip. Enjoy ***ZERO LINE TWIST*** How to Spool a Spinning Reel (No BS) and of course, reach out if you have any questions. -Daren

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0:00 Why Line Twists Happen
0:55 What Does and Doesn't Work
1:55 How to Avoid Line Twists When Spooling
3:42: Tip #1: Line Quality
4:00 Tip #2: Tension When Spooling
4:19 Tip #3 Don't Pack Your Line to The Edge
4:44 Tip #4 Manual Bail
5:14 Tip #5 What Do You Think of Line Conditioners?

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[jeffreaverscrazyfunnydogpe]

Great video. 53 yrs old, fishing since I could walk. Finally know wth I was doing wrong!!! Thank you!! 👍🐟

[HomesteadOnThePreserve]

I am very glad you covered this topic. It's one of those things that a lot of people likely don't think about yet the results of improper spooling can have you seriously frustrated with your reel. Spinning reels inherently already produce twist so following your tutorial is a must.
Excellent job indeed, I can't think of even a minor detail that you forgot to cover.

[BucktailFishing]

I'll have to give this a try. I can't say I've had too many issues, but if I can improve it by doing something that simple, I'm on it!

[wallacefrey]

I have been watching all the old videos with the most views up till now for how to string a spinning reel properly. This is the stopping point for me since you nailed it with this one, and have another sub to boot. Looking forward to the new videos, and browsing around your library.

[wakou]

Wow.. So direct and to the point! (so American!) Thank you... I have just spooled six spools, with the bulk spool rotating, thinking that this was the correct way! Guess what? First day out, bird's-nest central! An another evening "spooling" in front of You-Tube is in order!

[floridatabdigger]

I have an electric line spooler where I can mount the spinning reel spool in it and have zero twists on the spool. You don't want it that way because when you make a cast the line will twist 1 time for each loop that comes off the spool leaving you with a couple hundred twists between the spool and your lure. Then when you reel it back onto the spool those twists come back out...mostly. Every time you lift your lure out of the water to cast you loose a couple of those twists and if you get a line break you lose them all. In short order, the first hundred foot that comes off your spool ends up twisted on the spool anyway. I prefer to have my twists on the spool and not between the spool and my next PB. Tight lines!

[mikewebb]

If you get line twist after trolling you can take your lure off and let out a bunch of line into the water and troll it bare for a 100 yards or so. You’ll be surprised how much drag you can still feel without a crank bait on it.

[jeffreya.greene]

Thanks Again Boss!!! Couldn't Never Figure That Out on my Spinning Reel!!! Thank You Again!!! Landed 6 Walleye Over 26" at Merritt State Lake with my PB @ 28" !!!

[nnamrehck]

Excellent explanation. I find KVD Line Conditioner works great. I saturate the spool and allow to dry 2X after putting on new line. I usually fill about half of my reel with mono to save money on expensive fc. When knot between fc and mono gets close to coming off spool, then its time to re-load.

[alfredburgess]

We had trouble with line rolling off our spin cast reel after spooling. The counter clockwise tip for less line twist is something we will try. Thanks!

[Ianbond]

Great tips, thanks. I bought one of those reel spoolers because I had a boatload of reels to deal with. They work really well.

[vernonray]

I go to the center of a bridge over a moving stream or river, let out your lines and let the current take it. When I get to the end I put it through the first eye and with moderate pressure reel the line with nothing attached at the end. It will naturally untwist in the river and untwist as you reel it in, plus getting the line wet helps a lot

[RocketDaryl]

I had an adaptor made (nice to have a friend with a machine shop) for my dremel tool. I take the spool off and attach it to the dremel. I got the idea one day while I was taking old like off with my Berkley line remover. And, yes, I use reel magic. I don't know if it improves distance, but I do feel like it helps condition the line. YMMV.

[sikamoreify]

Very informative video. I just bought my first higher end rod and reel and wanted to make sure I was spooling it correctly. Seems like I’ve never had any issues before but I guess I just got lucky. Thanks for the info!

[AtomicOverdrive]

I have had people mention to have the line come off the spool like you did at 2:00, the only problem is after about 10 meters or so the line always starts to wad up on me. I however have never had an issue with any line wad ups happen by just having it come off the spool as by spinning on a shaft. At least not after I stopped using old reals and went to spinning or bait casting. Though I always do what you mentioned in tip #2. So thats likely why I never have issues.

[steveg]

Good advice, also passing the line through a cloth saturated with Armor-All aids in casting.Positively essential for fly lines if you also fly fish.

[Ductdog]

I had such problems with this till I learned to do it how you said. The line spooler worked this first time but never again.

[kerryparks]

Hi, yes and line conditioning spray. It's just help lubricant the line that helps with casting. It won't help braided lines. I've been fishing for 50+ years and it's proven it's usage! 👍🏻

[bluegrassfan]

Great video! Not only for the good information but no annoying music and good sound quality. Need more videos like this! God bless

[danielguilfuchi]

That sounded like a good idea I never thought of it that way.
Thank you I'm gonna give it a shot.