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Pantera61 reply :

thanks

Koop reply :

Your going to get a pretty even split between the guys who have 5+ set ups and the guys who fish with 1-4 set ups.

MattinOK reply :

I'm really in the middle. Two combos take care of all my needs.

A 6 1/2 ft. mh/f rod with baitcaster and 20 lb mono does:

Cranks

Lipless Cranks

Topwater

Spinner/Buzzbaits

and

Jigs

My 7 ft. m spinning reel with 20lb braid does

Soft plastics

and anything to small for the bc.

KYntucky Warmouth reply :

Some of my rods pull double duty but for the most part they are technique specific.

skno reply :

Hmmmmm

I have technique specific rods and they all have a reel on them. But I do use them alot of different ways. I am leaning towards adjust the reel.

jimmieO reply :

I've got a few setups but only 4 that I really like...so..i try to be technique specific, knowing that I will probably change a couple things throughout the day.

BenoBreath reply :

I usually have four setups rigged & ready :

1. jig/worm rod

2. spinnerbait/buzzbait rod

3. crankbait/topwater rod

4. finesse plastics rod

BASS2THEMAX reply :

I would drive myself crazy i think if i didn't have a rod and reel gor each lure ..i mean i get so bad to have three rods for each lure in three diffrent colors . granted i'm sponcered so the rods and reels come free but even to fish for fun i have to tske a bunch of rods and reels with me

bigtimfish reply :

I have rigs set up for specific methods. 12 of them, all different sizes and weights of lures

RoLo reply :

I own specific fishing outfit for different major tasks, but certainly not for every lure type (you cannot be serious)

I already own about 40 to 50 fishing combos, but most of them have many twin brothers.

If I needed four combo outfits for every lure type, I'd have to purchase another 40 to 50 outfits

Roger

roadwarrior reply :

I have technique specific rigs, but they handle a number of lures

within a class. As far as making adjustments, once I have a reel

"dialed in", it rarely gets any adjustment.

8-)

J Francho reply :

You forgot "adjust thumb" and "adjust cast." I fish Diawa reels, so I generally adjust the spool tension for weight, and adjust the mag brakes for conditions, casting style, or distance. My thumb handles the rest.

Grey Wolf reply :

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I would drive myself crazy i think if i didn't have a rod and reel gor each lure ..i mean i get so bad to have three rods for each lure in three diffrent colors . granted i'm sponcered so the rods and reels come free but even to fish for fun i have to tske a bunch of rods and reels with me

You must have been deprived when you were a child.

bigtimfish reply :

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I would drive myself crazy i think if i didn't have a rod and reel gor each lure ..i mean i get so bad to have three rods for each lure in three diffrent colors . granted i'm sponcered so the rods and reels come free but even to fish for fun i have to tske a bunch of rods and reels with me

Really?

Bankbeater reply :

I have six set ups, but I normally only use three of them.

crankbait/spinnerbait

heavy jig

finesse jig

carolina rig/heavy t-rig

finesse t-rig

ultralight

JellyMan reply :

I have 2 rods and reels that I use.

BPS Johnny Morris Signiature Series baitcaster 6:4:1 ratio, Shimano Carbomax 6'6 MH F -- spooled with 30lb braid and usually has a jig n trailer on it. I use this setup for fishing bottom in cover or in grass.

Other is a BPS Johnny Morris Elite 6:4:1 ratio, 12lb Trilene XL, Team All Star 6'6 MH F.----This one is used for everything else. Swimming soft plastics, spinnerbaits, crank baits, and top waters.

Then I just have a Quantum spinning reel and Lunker Stik rod I found on the shoreline of a lake with nobody around. I use that for saltwater and catfish.

As far as adjusting the reel for heavier or lighter baits... I almost always have a big ole anaconda weitless on my JM Elite and doesnt need any adjustments. Once my reel is dialed in, anything heavier than an anaconda, sours gracefully through the sky like an eagle. Then hits the tree "S***!!! lol

RhodyBass reply :

I rod set up for spinnerbaits and wakebaits and 1 for worm or lizard.

TheHammer84 reply :

I like to carry 6...

Spinning rod

Spinnerbait rod

Crankbait Rod

7' Heavy rod w/ braid'

7' Heavy rod w/ fluoro

Lipless crankbait rod

on rivers, I'll add another spinning rod and drop one of the crankbait rods

TommyBass reply :

I have 6 setups.... but I generally vary what is on each one, its more for time saving then for lure prference. I would say in most instances two setups will cover most of your needs.

KYntucky Warmouth reply :

I think the majority of people here, unless new to fishing, are going to have a rod setup for certain techniques that they can go to and change without adjustment. That could mean just two rods 1-t-rigs and jigs and 1-hardbaits (spinnerbaits, cranks, topwater). You can have just two rods and they could be technique specific, depending on what you fish. I'm not gonna have a rod for each color and size of bait but I have a shallow crank/jerkbait rod, deep crank rod, small t-rig rod, larger t-rig and jig rod, spinnerbait rod, tube rod, swimbait rod, and flipping stick.

Pantera61 reply :

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I have technique specific rigs, but they handle a number of lures
within a class. As far as making adjustments, once I have a reel

"dialed in", it rarely gets any adjustment.

8-)

Is the adjustment by bait, weight of bait or fishing condition? Sorry for the ultra-specifics but this is the springboard answer.

Thanks

JellyMan reply :

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I have technique specific rigs, but they handle a number of lures
within a class. As far as making adjustments, once I have a reel

"dialed in", it rarely gets any adjustment.

8-)

Is the adjustment by bait, weight of bait or fishing condition? Sorry for the ultra-specifics but this is the springboard answer.

Thanks

Dial it in with a "highly used" bait. Favorite worm or whatever. Once you fine tune your reel for that specific bait, anything similar weight or heavier should work just fine.

Only thing would be a lighter bait than you normaly use. THEN you would need to drop the spool tension down just a bit.

BASS2THEMAX reply :

I WAS NOT DEPRIVED AS A CHILD I JUST WANT A ROD AND REEL FOR EACH LURE AND SOMETIMES THREE OR FOR FOR EACH LURE OF DIFFRENT COLLORS OR I RUN THREE RODS WITH THE SAME CRANKBAIT ON THEM EACH IN DIFFRENT DEPTH . SPINNERBAITS IN DIFFRENT WEIGHTS FOR EACH DEPTH . EACH MIN I SPEND SEARCHING FOR BAITS AND RE TIEING IS A MIN THAT MY LURE ISNT IN THE WATER AND IM NOT ABLE TO CATCH A FISH. IN A TOURNEY THAT GET IMPORTANT IM SURE I DONT HAVE TO TELL YOU GYES THAT . FOR THE GYES THAAT CANT AFFORD THAT MANY RODS AND REELS I WOULD SUGGEST SAVING YOUR MONEY AND GET AS MANY AS YOU CAN IM SURE EVERYONE WILL AGREE THE TIME YOU SAVE I WORTH THE 500 DOLLARSIS PRITTY CHEEP FOR A NEW ROD TO SAVE YOU TIME

mrlitetackle reply :

i use spinning gear......

no "dialing in" found here........

....and love light tackle,

so 1 or 2 setups do me just fine on every outing that i have!!!!!

(one light, and one REALLY light)....

and, yes, i even through large swimbaits on them.....

call me crazy,,,,,,

but its fun!!!!

I.rar reply :

im down to two setups.

on my light/UL spinning rig , i throw anything under 1/4oz. 1/4oz+ goes to the M action baitcaster.

islandbass reply :

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I have technique specific rigs, but they handle a number of lures
within a class. As far as making adjustments, once I have a reel

"dialed in", it rarely gets any adjustment.

8-)

That's because they're shimanos for sure, right?. Just set it and practically forget it. My sentiments precisely. 8-)

FishDontLikeMe1301600221 reply :

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Some of my rods pull double duty but for the most part they are technique specific.

x2..i need to start weeding through the collection its getting a little out of hand ....god bless the baitmonkey.

Incheon Basser reply :

CASTING GEAR

Cranking stick 5.2:1 10-14 # Floro

Pitching stick 6.3:1 50 # Braid

Spinner Bait stick 7.0:1 15 # Floro

Top water stick 6.4:1 20 # Mono

Soft plastic stick 6.3:1 17 # Floro

SPINNING GEAR

Finnese Stick 6-8 # Floro

Incheon Basser reply :

Mine are associated around line... I fish certain lines for certain situations... if the bait can be fished on this line then I'll switch it... how can you tie on a top-water plug to reel with Fluoro on it?

FishDontLikeMe1301600221 reply :

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I WAS NOT DEPRIVED AS A CHILD ODS WITH THE SAME CRANKBAIT ON I JUST WANT A ROD AND REEL FOR EACH LURE AND SOMETIMES THREE OR FOR FOR EACH LURE OF DIFFRENT COLLORS OR I RUN THREE RTHEM EACH IN DIFFRENT DEPTH . SPINNERBAITS IN DIFFRENT WEIGHTS FOR EACH DEPTH . EACH MIN I SPEND SEARCHING FOR BAITS AND RE TIEING IS A MIN THAT MY LURE ISNT IN THE WATER AND IM NOT ABLE TO CATCH A FISH. IN A TOURNEY THAT GET IMPORTANT IM SURE I DONT HAVE TO TELL YOU GYES THAT . FOR THE GYES THAAT CANT AFFORD THAT MANY RODS AND REELS I WOULD SUGGEST SAVING YOUR MONEY AND GET AS MANY AS YOU CAN IM SURE EVERYONE WILL AGREE THE TIME YOU SAVE I WORTH THE 500 DOLLARSIS PRITTY CHEEP FOR A NEW ROD TO SAVE YOU TIME

a rod/reel for each lure and lure color...im going to assume you dont have to many lures then cause otherwise youd have 200 setups (that sponser of yours must be pretty ligit huh :

)uhh not to be an ahole but the fine ppl here at bassresource have outfitted the text boxes with a spell checker...

and btw going out and buying as many rods and reels as you can..whats that gonna do for you??? besides make your boat probably take on water and you look like the local moron lugging your entire garage to the lake? or is this one of those competitions to see who has the biggest,best and most of ?i wouldt brag on here most of these fellas on here that help everyone out can probably out fish ppl on here with a zebco,much respect to those guys....its not what you got,but how you use it

The_Natural reply :

I have 13 reels for every bait, and you can't fish unless you have at least that many. Seriously....don't make excuses....you NEED 13 reels per bait to even be considered a decent bass fishman.

FishDontLikeMe1301600221 reply :

u do know 13 is unlucky right....better jump up to 14 lol

Shimmer reply :

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I WAS NOT DEPRIVED AS A CHILD ODS WITH THE SAME CRANKBAIT ON I JUST WANT A ROD AND REEL FOR EACH LURE AND SOMETIMES THREE OR FOR FOR EACH LURE OF DIFFRENT COLLORS OR I RUN THREE RTHEM EACH IN DIFFRENT DEPTH . SPINNERBAITS IN DIFFRENT WEIGHTS FOR EACH DEPTH . EACH MIN I SPEND SEARCHING FOR BAITS AND RE TIEING IS A MIN THAT MY LURE ISNT IN THE WATER AND IM NOT ABLE TO CATCH A FISH. IN A TOURNEY THAT GET IMPORTANT IM SURE I DONT HAVE TO TELL YOU GYES THAT . FOR THE GYES THAAT CANT AFFORD THAT MANY RODS AND REELS I WOULD SUGGEST SAVING YOUR MONEY AND GET AS MANY AS YOU CAN IM SURE EVERYONE WILL AGREE THE TIME YOU SAVE I WORTH THE 500 DOLLARSIS PRITTY CHEEP FOR A NEW ROD TO SAVE YOU TIME
a rod/reel for each lure and lure color...im going to assume you dont have to many lures then cause otherwise youd have 200 setups (that sponser of yours must be pretty ligit huh : )uhh not to be an ahole but the fine ppl here at bassresource have outfitted the text boxes with a spell checker... and btw going out and buying as many rods and reels as you can..whats that gonna do for you??? besides make your boat probably take on water and you look like the local moron lugging your entire garage to the lake? or is this one of those competitions to see who has the biggest,best and most of ?i wouldt brag on here most of these fellas on here that help everyone out can probably out fish ppl on here with a zebco,much respect to those guys....its not what you got,but how you use it

Owned =)

I.rar reply :

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i use spinning gear......
no "dialing in" found here........

....and love light tackle,

so 1 or 2 setups do me just fine on every outing that i have!!!!!

(one light, and one REALLY light)....

and, yes, i even through large swimbaits on them.....

call me crazy,,,,,,

but its fun!!!!

if you dont mind me asking , what do your two setups consist of?

grimlin reply :

I notice it just on reels...so IMO....

I care more about the rod than i do of the reel.The rods define which type of fishing i plan to do.The reel doesn't.

Light/finesse -spinning reel

Everything else-Baitcaster reel

I do have one reel that's 4:7.1 that's for crankbaits and only crankbaits.Everything else works both ways.

You also want your reel to balance out....you don't want to put a big size spinning reel on a ultra light combo.It's going to be very unbalance and hard to fish with through out the day.

Under the Radar reply :

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I do have one reel that's 4:7.1 that's for crankbaits and only crankbaits.Everything else works both ways.

Hey Grimlin, did you mean 4.7:1 ratio on that reel?

Just checkin'

grimlin reply :

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I do have one reel that's 4:7.1 that's for crankbaits and only crankbaits.Everything else works both ways.

Hey Grimlin, did you mean 4.7:1 ratio on that reel?

Just checkin'

Oops...yup...

The_Natural reply :

I forgot to mention, that along with 13 reels per bait, you also need 45-50 Carrot sticks to be taken seriously as an angler. Otherwise...you aren't a threat.

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