Rookies Question? Why Am I Not Able To Cast Far? 2025
gia.ksu.92 reply :
Hello everyone! I'm Gia. Just joined the forum about a week ago. I am not new to fishing but I have never learned how to rig my tackle properly hence my topic question about casting distance. About a month ago I was given a great setup from my mother and best friend. I have a g. loomis greenwater 7' 6" mag-medium rod and a Shimano ci4 3000. I caught two decent size bass the other week, but I noticed I could not cast out far? And I thought to myself that must be odd because I have plenty of line and my rod length is perfect for casting out far. I am confused if its because of the braid itself or could it be maybe the lure weight causing the issue. I am also new to this thing called drag and setting up the drag on a spinning reel. I've noticed when I have cast in my backyard the lure only goes about perhaps 30 feet out. Should I add more weight to my line? Right now I only have a spinning jig on it.
If anyone could give me back some feedback that would be great!
ABW reply :
What size lure were you using?
Rusty Shackleford reply :
genetics
gia.ksu.92 reply :
On 10/17/2014 at 11:15 PM, alee17 said:What size lure were you using?
I believe its a 1/8th, or 1/4th lure weight most.
gia.ksu.92 reply :
My friend also told me he put sufix 832 braided line on it, 20lb.
ABW reply :
Your rod is too stiff to throw those light lures.
gia.ksu.92 reply :
On 10/17/2014 at 11:56 PM, alee17 said:Your rod is too stiff to throw those light lures.
Do I just throw on some split shots/egg weights?
buzzed bait reply :
you just need to step up the size of the lures you're throwing on it. from what i see, the rod is rated for lures from 1/4 oz up to 1.25 oz. i would say try throwing some baits in the 1/2 - 3/4 range and see if you're casting ability improves. try tossing some 1/2 oz jigs or something like that and see if you notice a difference. you will need to have the adequate amount of weight on the lure to get the rod to cast properly.
good luck, VERY nice combo you have there....
5fishlimit reply :
On 10/17/2014 at 11:40 PM, Rusty Shackleford said:genetics
Really? Crawl back under the rock you came from.
5fishlimit reply :
As others have stated the lure you're using is too light, and the rod is not loading properly.
Find some 1/2oz spinnerbaits, jigs, etc, and your casting distance will increase noticeably.
Rusty Shackleford reply :
On 10/18/2014 at 12:26 AM, 5fishlimit said:Really? Crawl back under the rock you came from.
I think you're taking the internet a little too seriously
Raul reply :
Lure weight ?
Rod power ?
Type of line and diameter ?
Reel settings ?
If those are not in harmony you can´t achieve the distance the setup is capable.
5fishlimit reply :
On 10/18/2014 at 1:13 AM, Rusty Shackleford said:I think you're taking the internet a little too seriously
my mistake. Thought the OP was a woman and you were making a sexist remark.
RSM789 reply :
On 10/18/2014 at 2:05 AM, 5fishlimit said:...Thought the OP was a woman...
Really? I didn't think he looked too girly in that photo...
MCS reply :
On 10/18/2014 at 2:27 AM, RSM789 said:Really? I didn't think he looked too girly in that photo...
You can never tell these days 
5fishlimit reply :
On 10/18/2014 at 2:27 AM, RSM789 said:Really? I didn't think he looked too girly in that photo...
Saw the name as Gia, and thought it was female. From a phone everyone's pictures are hard to see.
Brian6428 reply :
These other guys are right (at least the ones that replied to the topic). You're not gonna get much distance if you're under the rods recommended lure weight.
FirstnameLastname reply :
I checked the bio he's a guy. Still don't be sexist, I wish more women fished. Imagine a girlfriend to fish with. Absolutely beautiful.
Ozark_Basser reply :
If you're throwing 1/8 oz, your not gonna get a whole lot of distance on that rod if it's a "mag" medium. One thing you should make sure of is you have the maximum amount of line spooled on that the reel can handle. Also lighter line will cast a little farther as well. Perhaps that is because you can spool more of it on your reel.
benthinkin reply :
On 10/18/2014 at 1:13 AM, Rusty Shackleford said:I think you're taking the internet a little too seriously
Im taking that quote
QUAKEnSHAKE reply :
Lipless crankbaits are very good for distance.
1/2 ounce Strike King Red Eye Shad will easily go 100+ feet.
Alonerankin2 reply :
Braid can also have a learning curve to it, it's a fine outfit you have.. It's going to be a rod @ 1/2 and up to begin with... Try mono or CX .. Give you're self a better/ quicker chance to hone you're skills.. You can get a spare spool and keep a braid ready spool at hand. Of course you can also just knuckle down & learn with braid... You're rod has to load to cast properly. You also need to make sure that spool is full to capacity & not over filled.. Good Luck..
Jtrout reply :
what quake said I can launch a lipless crankbait so far people ask me how can I cast that far lol having the right setup
WRB reply :
First, welcome to the BR fishing forums.On 10/17/2014 at 11:05 PM, gia.ksu.92 said:Hello everyone! I'm Gia. Just joined the forum about a week ago. I am not new to fishing but I have never learned how to rig my tackle properly hence my topic question about casting distance. About a month ago I was given a great setup from my mother and best friend. I have a g. loomis greenwater 7' 6" mag-medium rod and a Shimano ci4 3000. I caught two decent size bass the other week, but I noticed I could not cast out far? And I thought to myself that must be odd because I have plenty of line and my rod length is perfect for casting out far. I am confused if its because of the braid itself or could it be maybe the lure weight causing the issue. I am also new to this thing called drag and setting up the drag on a spinning reel. I've noticed when I have cast in my backyard the lure only goes about perhaps 30 feet out. Should I add more weight to my line? Right now I only have a spinning jig on it.
If anyone could give me back some feedback that would be great!
Your greenwater series Loomis rod is intended for coastal salt water fish, hence green water.
The rods rating is rated for salt water type of use, line 10-20 lb, lures 1/4 to 1 1/4 oz would equal a heavy action fresh water spinning rod. Lures in the 3/4 oz are in the mid range and will cast better, 1/4 oz is very light for this outfit, can be cast however. The trick casting lighter lures with heavy action fresh water rod is increasing the amount of line between the lure and rod tip to about 3 feet. The second tip is slowing down your casting action and lob the lure instead of whipping the rod fast.
This rod is good for several presentations in fresh water bass fishing.
Carolina rigs with 1/2 to 1 oz sinkers.
Crank baits with 1/2 to 1 1/4 oz lures.
Swimbaits, and wake baits up to 1 1/4 oz are OK.
I would set the drag at 3 to 4 lbs with a scale or use dead weight in a plastic bag, 3 to 4 pints of water in plastic bottles works good. You tighten or loosen the spinning reel drag until it starts to slip under the weight.
Good luck.
Tom
gia.ksu.92 reply :
On 10/19/2014 at 7:04 AM, WRB said:First, welcome to the BR fishing forums.
Your greenwater series Loomis rod is intended for coastal salt water fish, hence green water.
The rods rating is rated for salt water type of use, line 10-20 lb, lures 1/4 to 1 1/4 oz would equal a heavy action fresh water spinning rod. Lures in the 3/4 oz are in the mid range and will cast better, 1/4 oz is very light for this outfit, can be cast however. The trick casting lighter lures with heavy action fresh water rod is increasing the amount of line between the lure and rod tip to about 3 feet. The second tip is slowing down your casting action and lob the lure instead of whipping the rod fast.
This rod is good for several presentations in fresh water bass fishing.
Carolina rigs with 1/2 to 1 oz sinkers.
Crank baits with 1/2 to 1 1/4 oz lures.
Swimbaits, and wake baits up to 1 1/4 oz are OK.
I would set the drag at 3 to 4 lbs with a scale or use dead weight in a plastic bag, 3 to 4 pints of water in plastic bottles works good. You tighten or loosen the spinning reel drag until it starts to slip under the weight.
Good luck.
Tom
Thank you everyone for your feedback, BR members! Also Tom, thank you for getting to the specifics, sounds like you have tons of experience! The rod was given to me so I figure I'm just going to work with what I got. I'm going to take your advices and suggestions a shot and see what works best! Again, I can't give enough thanks. It all makes sense now. I'll be coming back soon enough to post how this works for me!
Yall are the best!
-Gia
new2BC4bass reply :
Yes, welcome to the forum. Lots of good advice, but sometimes a little off topic comments get made. Some funny, some not so funny.
Good advice from those responding to your question. As you have already learned....casting with lures that don't load a rod is an exercise in frustration. Might as well forego the rod, and hand cast the lure. 
Some advice: Don't take the advice given to fill the spool to the max when using braid. It can and will (unless a stiff braid) cause more frustration. It will knot up as it comes from the spool...catching on the guides on its way through and causing a mess that needs to be straightened out before winding back on the spool. Mono is ok to fill to the spools lip. Care to know how I know? 
Well, I got into the habit of filling my baitcast reels that way so when I got some new-2-me spinning reels I filled them the same way....forgetting how I did it over 25 years ago. Tests proved it isn't a problem with mono. I didn't need a test to determine it IS a problem with braid.
related Fishing Rods Reels Line Knots topic
previous topic
most viewed Fishing Rods Reels Line Knots topic
© 2025 - fishing.qciss.net. All Rights Reserved.