Fishing Frenzy

The reel is perhaps one of the most important components in your fishing tool kit. There are many different kinds of reels and having one that does the job will benefit any fisherman greatly. It is not hard to learn about reels and learn how to use the right reel for the job. The three main reel types are the casting reel, the fly casting reel and the spin casting reel. This article will set out and examine every type of reel to give the reader an understanding of how they work and what they are for.

The Bait Casting Reel is a reel for more advanced fishermen. It is for those who already have some experience fishing. It is a demanding reel because it lets the line go very easily just by using the weight of the lure. When you are letting the lure go when casting the reel follows that movement. The mechanism of most bait casting reels consists of a device that lays the line evenly across the rotating cylinder. To use a bait casting reel one needs to have a very smooth cast in order to avoid tangling mishaps.

Fly fishing reels are somewhat complex reels as well. Not as complex as bait casting reels however. The one thing you should always keep in mind when using a fly fishing reel is to be certain that it has responsive drag. When buying a fly fishing reel you should make sure that it can withstand the tension a large fish would cause to it. In general, fly fishing reels are bit more expensive than other kinds of reels. They have more moving plastic parts that you should also make sure they all are in place and sturdy. A reel with metal parts should be preferred.

Spinning reels are another category of reels. Spinning reels are used by beginners because they are much easier to use and have a simple construction. Spinning reels release the line with the push of a button. The line comes out from an opening at the top part of the reel.

Mounting a reel on a fishing rod is the next step you should take after you purchase your reel especially when it comes to open face spinning rods. Once you decide what you want to fish for you should buy your fishing rod accordingly. Larger rods should be used for larger fish.

Regardless of what kind of reel you choose, select one with a medium speed. If you are going to equip yourself with two reels then get a slow and a high speed one. Another thing you should keep in mind is the weight of the line itself. The lighter the line the smaller the reel you will need. As you can see there are a few types of reels.