Used Baitcaster For First Time Today, Think I Am Hooked 2025
jitterbug127 reply :
Pun intended...anyways got early christmas gift. My wife is the best. Got a silver max (really wanted an h2o mettle express) but couldnt find a lefty. I was really impressed with it. Once i figured out the drag brakes spool tension this thing was a blast. It was much easier to use than i expected and casts a mile. I like having control of where i can stop the cast etc. I am going to enjoy 2015 with this reel. I have it paired up with ugly stik gx2 7 ft mh rod and 50 lb braid. I think it is a very solid combo for under 100 bucks. I am glad to join the bait caster club
Catch and Grease reply :
Welcome to the club! Before you know it'll you'll want another combo, then another, and another.....
aavery2 reply :
Congrats on the new setup, expect a visit from the Monkey soon.
jitterbug127 reply :
Monkey?
aavery2 reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 10:25 AM, jitterbug127 said:Monkey?
So you have not met the Monkey yet. Be afraid, very afraid.
HoosierHawgs reply :
The bait monkey comes and night and logs into your online retail accounts. About a week later you unsuspectingly receive a nice box of tackle along w/the BILL
jitterbug127 reply :
Oh yeah i actually have met him already. Sold a ton of extra gear already. New to baitcasters not lures haha. I have an addiction to shopping. If you guys knew the number of golf clubs ive owned it would just be scary
aavery2 reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 10:33 AM, jitterbug127 said:Oh yeah i actually have met him already. Sold a ton of extra gear already. New to baitcasters not lures haha. I have an addiction to shopping. If you guys knew the number of golf clubs ive owned it would just be scary
I think the golf club monkey is a distant cousin, if I am not mistaken.
jitterbug127 reply :
It gets crazy expensive thats for sure. I had a spread sheet going. When i got to 100 drivers i deleted it. That was in 2010 or so. I started playing in 06 and im only 24. I just try not to think about it now
aavery2 reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 10:38 AM, jitterbug127 said:It gets crazy expensive thats for sure. I had a spread sheet going. When i got to 100 drivers i deleted it. That was in 2010 or so. I started playing in 06 and im only 24. I just try not to think about it now
You may have a problem... just sayin. Lucky enough for you this is a great support group and we would never encourage you to purchase unless it was absolutely needed.
ABW reply :
Just wait until you start to buy higher end baitcasters....
jitterbug127 reply :
Helping the economy...i just got my first real job couple months ago too. Might make my wife hate me
Alonerankin2 reply :
On the clubs? Were the Shafts Loomis? Lol..
jitterbug127 reply :
I am already thinking about a boat. Priced some last weekend, golf was a cheap hobby haha
masterbass reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 10:38 AM, jitterbug127 said:It gets crazy expensive thats for sure. I had a spread sheet going. When i got to 100 drivers i deleted it. That was in 2010 or so. I started playing in 06 and im only 24. I just try not to think about it now
I have a feeling you're going to have problem, lol. I'm hopelessly struggling with the monkey myself.
Fisher-O-men reply :
What is a golf club??? What is a golf, and why does one need a club to dispatch it?
benthinkin reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 10:24 AM, Catch and Grease said:Welcome to the club! Before you know it'll you'll want another combo, then another, and another.....
i know the feeling i have way to many. and they need to be upgraded
BaitMonkey1984 reply :
I am the BaitMonkey.
Senko lover reply :
That's a great accomplishment. I've owned my first for about a month now, and am loving it. My transition was very smooth. Don't believe everything they tell you about backlashes, they're not half as bad as people make out. (DON"T try to pick out the backlash-google how to get out a backlash).
new2BC4bass reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 10:41 AM, aavery2 said:You may have a problem... just sayin. Lucky enough for you this is a great support group and we would never encourage you to purchase unless it was absolutely needed.
Which is why when you give us 2 choices on what you want to buy, we tell you to buy both....cause you need both. 
Congrats on the new outfit. I have a feeling you will wind up like i have. With about 35 more rods and reels than you NEED.
boostr reply :
And if the bait monkey gets out of hand... Just spank em'...
BassinLou reply :
Welcome to b/c club. A spinner will be an after thought soon enough. (Although they prove useful for certain applications). I have turned a few people to b/c's, at first they were reluctant after some time they could't imagine their fishing without one. 
lordpaxin reply :
On 12/12/2014 at 10:24 AM, Catch and Grease said:Welcome to the club! Before you know it'll you'll want another combo, then another, and another.....
This is the truth
I started with a lews speed spool and a cabelas Rod pro guide
150$ total
Now I have 9 reels and at least 2 rods for each
Not counting spinning things
It's a disease
Sam reply :
Remember, you NEVER have enough rods.
It is a rule of bass fishing.
The Bait Monkey loves you!
Merry Christmas.
lordpaxin reply :
Haha
Yes
And every single Rod, reel, spool of braid, whatever. That's to be had for savings must be purchased because it's too good of a deal
kingmotorboat reply :
The bait monkey is endlessly visiting me every night. Made me spend 20 at academy today. Next week he's making me get a *** and an *** black rod for my plastic and jigs
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