5/18/2023 0 Comments Cabelas castmaster reel parts![]() ![]() The line guide serves to ensure that the line is spooled on to the baitcaster spool evenly, by moving back and forth from one end of the spool to the other as you turn the handle. Because of this, you’ll need to re-adjust spool tension every time you change a lure. The spool tensioner serves to fine tune the spool rotation speed, so always start by adjusting the brakes first, and then move on to the spool tensioner.Īn important detail to keep in mind is that lures of different weight will perform differently with respect to the spool tension. Unlike the centrifugal and magnetic brakes, the spool tensioner slows down spool rotation more towards the end of the cast, when the lure is about to hit the water, and stops pulling line off the spool. The second way to adjust the speed of spool rotation is with the baitcaster spool tension knob, which is a round knob located on the same side as the reel handle. If you’re a beginner, and not sure how much magnetic brake to use, turn the dial about half way and test how that works out for you. If your baitcaster has magnetic brakes, these can usually be adjusted externally with a dial on the side of the frame (on the side of the reel which is opposite to the handle – see photo above). Many baitcasters have 6 centrifugal brakes, and setting them to maximum would mean sliding all 6 to their active position. If you’re a beginner, we suggest setting the centrifugal brakes to maximum. In order to adjust the centrifugal brakes, you have to remove the side panel of the reel, which is best done before you start fishing. ![]() Many baitcaster models nowadays have both of these braking systems, and both the centrifugal and magnetic brakes are essential slow down spool rotation during the initial part of your cast. There are two types of baitcaster brakes: centrifugal and magnetic. The braking system is an essential feature of baitcasters, which h elps to slow down spool rotation during the casting process in order to avoid backlash. Braking systemĪ question I often get is, “what does the brake do on a baitcaster?” Because of this it’s essential to learn how to use the star drag knob to adjust the drag pressure as needed. If the drag is set too tight, on the other hand, it’s possible that a strong fish can break the line. If your drag system is set too loose, this will allow fish to pull line off your reel quite easily, which is a problem if you’re trying to steer them away from cover. This configuration makes it very convenient and easy to adjust drag pressure when necessary, if you’re fighting a strong fish, for example. The drag control of baitcasters is usually located right next to the handle, in the form of a star shaped knob between the handle and reel body, which is why it’s usually referred to as a star drag. ![]() Make sure the reel foot is fastened tightly to the reel socket (also called reel seat) of the rod before you start fishing. Unlike spinning reels, baitcast reels sit on top of the rod, facing the angler during the cast. This helps to make it extremely ergonomic, and easy to handle for long periods of casting. In the case of low profile baitcasters, the foot is recessed, and as a result the reel body nestles right on top of the rod, without sticking out. Reel footĪ baitcasting reel is attached to the rod via its foot. You can start by spooling your baitcaster with line correctly, which helps to avoid backlash. We’ll cover the different ways to control spool rotation in more detail below. The problem with this is that the spool continues to rotate rapidly even when the lure slows down and is about to hit the water, which can cause backlash and birds nest creation. When you cast with a baitcasting reel, the weight of your lure causes the spool to rotate, which essentially ‘unwinds’ the line during the cast. Refer to our guide on how to spool a baitcasting reel in order to put line on the spool correctly.Īn essential feature that you need to master on baitcasting reels is controlling spool rotation during a cast. This mode of operation is in contrast to spinning reels, where a bail arm wraps line around a stationary spool that doesn’t rotate. This serves to spool the line on to the reel, and thus to retrieve your lure. One of the key characteristics of baitcasting reels is that the spool rotates when you turn the handle. The baitcaster spool is housed inside the reel frame, but is open in the middle. ![]()
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