Need for spinning gear? 2024
RobbyZ5001 reply :
I am getting to the point where I don't even use a spinning setup. Is there a legit use for spinning gear that you wouldn't feel comfortable doing on a baitcaster? How many of you stick to using only baitcasters?
Dan: reply :
I'm getting to the same point. I think I'm just going to leave a dropshot tied on. I really even pick it up for anything else.
bigtimfish reply :
IMO no need for spinning gear. I can do everything I need with a BC just fine.
NBR reply :
I use spinning outfits for lures less than 1/8 ounce, skipping and drop shots everything else is bait casting.
Dock Master reply :
I only use spinning rods for dropshotting, shakey heads, and Senkos.
Jake. reply :
I don't think there is a need for them unless you skip docks all day.
RoLo reply :
The only time I use spinning gear, is when I go fishing 
Most of my spinning tackle is 15-lb class (30-lb braid), which is great in heavy cover and ample for trophy pike.
I also own about 25 casting outfits, but they usually watch the house while I'm fishing. 
Roger
MitchIsFishin reply :
RoLo said:
QuoteThe only time I use spinning gear, is when I go fishing
x2. Two BC's for topwaters only. Everything else: Spinning.
Grey Wolf reply :
QuoteRoLo said:QuoteThe only time I use spinning gear, is when I go fishingx2. Two BC's for topwaters only. Everything else: Spinning.
x3
Quitlimpin reply :
QuoteI only use spinning rods for dropshotting, shakey heads, and Senkos.
I'm exactly the same way. Except most of the time I throw Senko's on BC. I have one spinning setup that usually stays home.
strick9 reply :
I carry two spinning setups, one for shakey head and wacky rigging and the other for skipping tubes.
fathom reply :
panfish is the only reason i use spinning anymore.
mrlitetackle reply :
QuotePosted by: RobbyZ5001 Posted on: Today at 5:34pmI am getting to the point where I don't even use a spinning B/C setup. Is there a legit use for spinning B/C gear that you wouldn't feel comfortable doing on a baitcaster spinner? How many of you stick to using only baitcasters spinners?
fixed.....
to each his own my man!!!
i love my spinning gear,
and i can understand how others love their B/C's as well.
its all in what you want to use,
and how you feel using it......
they both catch fish equally as well in the right hands.
grimlin reply :
I've been favoring my spinning gear this year.
Sure beats trying to pick out those occasional backlashes those baitcasters are famous for.My baitcasters are 2nd option right now. ;D
SirSnookalot reply :
I'm swimming against the current here, I use nothing but spinning in freshwater and have given my b/c equipment away. Only exception is ocean offshore and I use 2 conventionals, no doubt larger than a bass or redfish outfit but used for trolling or drifting. Depending on the hot bite, offshore spinning gets my first look.
dan1942 reply :
Well I just got a finesse BC setup so hopefully I will get to use it this weekend and see if it will replace my spinning setup.
Hammer 4 reply :
Spinning rigs are da bomb yo... ;D
I can do anything with a spinning rig, you can do with a BC..I own both types and use them regularly..
Jeff H reply :
QuoteIs there a legit use for spinning gear that you wouldn't feel comfortable doing on a baitcaster?
Yup. Lightweight Sliders. I fish them a LOT. 1/4oz I can do on baitcast but under that (1/8 or 1/16) I'm way more comfy with spinning gear. Most all of my finesse fishing I much prefer spinning gear.
Muddy reply :
Hey Rob; when we fished together the other night, you saw my four BC outfits. I have decided to add one spinning back into the line up for
Smaller Rapalas
Smaller plastics
Shore fishing some of the Ponds and Rivers; makes things easier for me
Blues19 reply :
QuoteI only use spinning rods for dropshotting, shakey heads, and Senkos.
As do I
adclem reply :
I use my spinning setup for all of my soft plastics fishing. Tubes, lizards, creature style baits, wacky rigging, shakey head etc... Everything else is on BCs.
Later,
RoLo reply :
Which do you think is more conducive to back issues & elbow problems,
50 years of spinning or 50 years of casting?
(food for thought)
Roger
burleytog reply :
QuoteWhich angler do you think is more likely to end up with back issues & elbow problems,
the spinning enthusiast or the casting enthusiast?
(food for thought)
Roger
The idiot that doesn't know how to cast.
phisherman reply :
I use spinning gear and 6-pound test mono when targeting Smallmouth with soft plastics, and also for drop shotting for Large/Smallmouth.
Other than that, baitcasters all the way.
For me nothing beats pitching lures into cover and around docks like a baitcaster. I know some ppl are probably great at pitching with spinning gear, but it's not the same feeling for me when I pitch w/spinning gear. I don't have as much control over the lure as I do when pitching with a baitcasting outfit.
Jeff H reply :
QuoteQuoteWhich angler do you think is more likely to end up with back issues & elbow problems,
the spinning enthusiast or the casting enthusiast?
(food for thought)
Roger
The idiot that doesn't know how to cast.
Geez Burley, you're just a rude sumbit sometimes. Not that there is anything wrong with it, I guess. I'm probably not the only one thats enjoyed it at times.
Roger, what are you thinking here? I can't derive a solid answer to that from my own thoughts. Back and elbow, I'm unsure about. Wrist might be easier to figure out?? I know my back gets tired and cramped by days end but I will lay that on my beer gut more than anything else at this time
RoLo reply :
QuoteRoger, what are you thinking here? I can't derive a solid answer to that from my own thoughts. Back and elbow, I'm unsure about. Wrist might be easier to figure out??
I didn't mention wrist problems because I personally don't know any anglers with wrist issues (casters or spinners).
However, a high percentage of the elderly anglers I know in Florida, cannot stand and cast for more than a couple hours
without lower back pain. Three gents in particular, blame their years of casting on their back problems,
are all three predominantly use baitcasting tackle. On the other hand, I cast exclusively with spinning tackle,
and though I'm closing in on 70, I will cast for 12 hours if need be without sitting down.
I believe the difference has a lot to do with the difference in the tackle we've been using for the past 50 years.
Although I've used a truckload of revolving-drum tackle in saltwater and live-bait fishing for bass,
I used it for everything "except" casting. That is, drift-fishing, bait-fishing, wire-lining, fishing at anchor, trolling, et al.
Of course, I may well be wrong, but that's why I merely offered this as "Food for thought" (draw your own conclusion).
While spinning is more a flip of the wrist, casting is more of an explosive chopping action (times 1,850,000).
There's another fine Floridian gentleman whose handle is "Avid", and if he get's to read this perhaps he'll chime in.
Don has undergone one or probably two elbow surgeries, and has since switched from casting to spinning.
I could go on, but I'm sure you get the picture by now.
Roger
BIG M reply :
I only use spinning gear and I throw cranks 85% of the time. It's the tool that works for me and I really suck with bait casting gear. To each his own and I'm sure the fish could less.
Jeff H reply :
My wrist gets beat up if I'm doing a lot of pitching, but I've got arthritis setting in on them thats a large part of that problem. Right now, I'm fortunate not to have back or elbow pain and lightweight, balanced rods have helped a ton with the wrists.
SirSnookalot reply :
In total agreement with Rolo and I use nothing but spinning, except when trolling or drift fishing in the ocean.
I do get sore elbows on occasion but not from tossing bass gear, only when I'm using a heavier outfit like a 25lb class rod with a 8000 spinning reel.
We have some decent sized bass here in Florida and I never use anything more than a 2000 spinner and a medium rod.
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