I’ve exclusively fished inshore with spinning tackle. I see a lot of KZreadrs using baitcaster and was really wanting to know what the big difference was. Thanks for the vid😊

My favorite thing about baitcasters is that you have WAY more control of your bait almost 100% of the time against spinning rods. But like you said they can be harder to skip under docks and mangroves. They both have their own purposes at the end of the day

I have really put effort in using Baitcaster reels, but I truly do not feel comfortable using them. Especially on windy days on a Kayak, boat or wade fishing. I solely use Spinning reels for ease and all around reliability. Great comparison video.

@dylanp153

4 жыл бұрын

What bait casting reel is that

@CanoeKayakFishingAdventures

2 жыл бұрын

Any bait casting reel. Spoke with a pro angler about it and he said windy days do not attempt to use them unless you like removing the backlash.

The shimano dc technology was a game changer for me. You’ll still see more spinning tackle on my skiff but there’s definitely been some changes in the industry that made skipping lure much more efficient with casting tackle.

I like bait casting for close quarters, docks, mangroves and the like for its precision, anything else spinning.

Just ordered my slam shady last night now i came across few videos! 👍🏽great advice! I agree with wind and baitcast don’t go together. I waded yesterday morning and realized trout were feeding behind me so i tried casting n was having hard time against wind tried not to move towards them to not spook them. Luckily i had my spinning rigged up and i managed to limit out at that point. I would love to represent your company so im definitely going to search for products and apparel😎. Thanks!

I’ve spent a better part of 35 years with bait casters. I have moved to a different country and now I’m about to spend my time inshore fishing with 2500-3000 spinning reels. At the end of the day what matters to me is the smile it puts on my face as I’m bringing in a fish.

@Saltstrong

4 ай бұрын

Agreed!

I fish both fresh and salt and use both spinning and baitcaster. Spinning for plastics and baitcasters for metal. If I had to vote on one or the other spinning is more versatile because you can still control the line being pulled off during the cast by using your free hand index fingers to tap the spool if you feel you are over casting your intended target. I started practicing placing my hand on the bottom of the reel on every cast and it becomes habit and very effective. In fact now it seems as though I intentionally over power my casts and use my finger to stop the plastic/lure right on target.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for making time to leave the helpful comment... I totally agree with all that you said.

Good info. Definitely agree with the "pros and cons" of each. It is important to consider your target species when choosing. Here in Jacksonville I love to Target Flounder especially during the fall mullet run, then switch over to targeting Sheepshead through the winter. I use bait casters for Flounder and spinning for Sheepshead. With Flounder, I am tossing usually 3/4 oz. Carolina rig with a 4-5" mullet, accuracy is critical when pinpointing pilings or in between jetty rocks on short casts with the heavier terminal tackle. For Sheepshead I like a small, light jig head and a fiddler crab so the very light terminal tackle mandates spinning gear. I'll add that bait casting set ups get the nod for sensitivity due to the line running straight and directly to my thumb compared to spinning set ups where the line has to make a sudden 90 degree turn at the bail with no direct contact between my hand and the line. Bait casters also typically offer a bit more power with the eyelets on top versus spinning rods with the eyelets on the bottom. All that being said I personally use spinning gear most often (even for Flounder) simply because its easier to manage, especially if your loaning it out to your buddies. Either way, with a good rod , proper line and terminal tackle, you should be able to at least feel the fish. (If you're on them). The rest is up to you.

Great video! Thank you for the video👍

Baitcasting gear is slept on tbh. For sight fishing, I love baitcasters over spinning reels, but for popping corks I have to give it to spinning reels

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the helpful comment!

Think I got the first view! Also, baitcaster guy here. I like being able to press the thumb bar and let the lure fall when jigging bridge pilings

@richie2dicks468

5 жыл бұрын

I agree for vertical jigging but that's about all id use a bait caster for inshore.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the comment Byron!

I think you hit the nail on the head. I kayak fish and when I’m peddling down the side of a bank I throw a bait caster because I can throw that side arm better than I can a spinning reel. Now if I’m posted up I’ll use the spinning reel exclusively

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the helpful comment

I use both, I mainly use my casters for bass fishing but occasionally I'll use a caster for inshore fishing. I mainly use a spinning reel for all-around saltwater fishing. I like using a 4000 reel with braid.

Thanks so much! So helpful!

Loved it, great video

I tend to use my baitcaster for topwater and target casting and spinning rods for everything else. I also run mono on my baitcaster as it seems to outperform braid (on baitcasters) in my experience.

Hey Luke: It made me so happy to hear your revelation. I stumbled into spinning gear with braided line, after refusing to waste money on two types of gear. The first time I converted from mono to braid on my spinning reel, it was amazing. I do all my freshwater kayak bassin' that way now.

@alabamasmokeywilson6818

5 жыл бұрын

I'm old school got 2 up date what's best braid heavy freshwater light salt

@Larry77777

5 жыл бұрын

@@alabamasmokeywilson6818 The braid I luckily chose and love on my spinning reels is www.tacklewarehouse.com/Spiderwire_Ultracast_Invisi-Braid/descpage-SWN.html

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

@@Larry77777 Hey Larry, have you tried traditional PowerPro? I did a casting test on PowerPro and this Ultracast a while back (www.saltstrong.com/articles/spiderwire-ultracast-invisi-braid-vs-powerpro/), and the Ultra beat it by a slim margin while brand new. But after using them for a few months, I noticed that the PowerPro performed much better than the Ultracast. I'll be making a video soon to show the actual casting difference... just wanted to see if you've tried PowerPro too in case my finding was an isolated issue.

@Larry77777

5 жыл бұрын

@@Saltstrong Hey Luke: Looking forward to your 4th video in the series. I commented in Sep'18 on your 3rd one. Due to the precious few hours I have bass fished (living and working in Canada) I have not noticed the Ultracast wearout factor you are experiencing. This coming summer will be my best yet (since I just retired in Nov'18). I seldom use PowerPro; just some 50lb on a 40 size spinning reel for hollow body froggin' in lily pads.

Any Norwegian or Finish guy would look to it as a natural thing! Just you US guys finding America again here:-) Great video!

This is going to help me out a lot I go saltwater fish and a good little bit but I did use my bass fishing rods and now I really want to buy to salt water set ups Specifically for saltwater meaning a spinning set up and a Bait casting set up

Hi Luke, I love my baitcasters for bass fishing, great control even with weightless flukes; but for inshire saltwater I stick with my spinning reels because of all the reasons you have mentioned. Great job.

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

Hi, I have both and live in Texas. The problem with the spinning tackle is they don’t wade fish well in waist to chest deep water well because of those long handles dragging the water. When working super spooks and Corkies it is very difficult from my perspective to get the same action while wading in deeper water. I use a Scorpion DC , Lew’s Custom Inshore bait casters and a Shimano Sustain 2500HG Spinning feel for super windy days. Both have their purpose that’s why it’s great to have both, but for wading, I will take the bait caster.

@devonm301

3 жыл бұрын

Bait caster all day wading the surf

@sean9267

Жыл бұрын

You haven't had issues with baitcasters corroding while deep wading? The baitcasters I've dunked, it happens while wadding in deeper water or surf, will end up failing in the year. Never had problems with sealed spinning gear. They are far more robust and built to handle getting dunked.

@kelley71

Жыл бұрын

@@sean9267 #1 Rule for us, don’t take pricey gear to the surf. But to answer, no, I maintain all my equipment religiously afterwards. I seldom fish in water over bottom of sternum.

Overall I agree with you. I can cast more accurately with a bait caster most of the time and prefer one when I'm fishing in a grass flat and need to cast into sand pot holes. Also I prefer to have a bait caster for fighting upper end slot and bull reds. I usually carry one of each.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the helpful comment Jerry!

I rarely use spinning gear. The majority of the bits I get(So Cal bay) are on the fall, so having my thumb on the spool of the BC to fell the bits is paramount. The only time I use spinning gear is very light lures, or hucking some bait with the surf rod.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the helpful comment!

How does that Omen Black treat you? I recently got myself a Omen Green spinning set up with the prototype TX, and I absolutley love it so far. Any who, I haven't ever owned a bait caster setup, and it's been chewing at me lol. You convinced me that I do actually need one. Great video.👍👊

Great Videos hopefully will be helpful to beginners I guess I will have to get with it & swap to braid&give up mono! Used it 49 years

@alabamasmokeywilson6818

5 жыл бұрын

What's the best braid heavy freshwater light salt Water fishing

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

I dragged my feet for many years before switching from my beloved mono to braid as well... but I never looked back once I felt the difference.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

@@alabamasmokeywilson6818 Tradional PowerPro is tough to beat.

Me too I first used baitcasters and I thought it is good but I have to put my thumb on the spool but spinning you just open the bail and cast and you do not need to stop the spool.

I would agree with you some years ago, but with the current braking/spool technology of baitcasters like Shimano DC, SVS infinity, Shimano MGL, Daiwa Mag-Force Z, Daiwa SV spools it's hard to choose spinning reels over baitcasters

You guys really need to make more videos of you guys actually fishing i would find that enjoyable

@zachpeterson1871

5 жыл бұрын

That gets boring super fast. I like the tips and tricks these guys offer more.

@TCampbell1990

5 жыл бұрын

I like both, a good happy medium for a wide range of people is best and they do pretty good at it. Tight lines

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

We publish multiple on-the-water fishing videos per week, but most are reserved for our Insider Community members because we show both what was caught (like a traditional fishing show) along with the exact location details on google maps so that our members can know exactly what to look for when looking for spots to fish on their next trip (WAY more helpful than any fishing show or any of these videos you see on our KZread channel). Here's a link to learn more about that program: www.saltstrong.com

Hi great video thanks 🦐

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I learned saltwater when I lived in Florida with a penn battle 2 with my dad and spinning is better for a lot of saltwater but I use a lot of baitcaster too for jerkbait for snook and swim baits

In the north east we basically exclusively surfcast with spinning gear. theres a few conventional dudes from time to time but not many. i have a 10 ft surf rod i use in spring and fall and an 8 f i use all summer. My right shoulder is a wreck from all the casting and jigging. I actually feel that its the constant repetitive movement messing me up. I want to learn a baitcaster to switch things up a bit . i think since you hold it different you'll use slightly different muscles while fishing.

I personally like using a bait caster for soft baiting and slow jigging. For me it just seems easier to use.

Love baitcasters especially here n the everglades, you have alot more control while getting under mangroves. Something spinning reels dont.

@drk4698

3 жыл бұрын

@Emmanuel Goldstein really not but ok

@devonm301

3 жыл бұрын

@Emmanuel Goldstein baitcasters > spinning.. and thats coming from someone who owns multiple stradics

@fuq584

2 жыл бұрын

@@devonm301 if you think owning a few cheap 200$ stradics is a flex I mean I guess 🤷‍♂️ Stradics are the bottom of the barrel for cheap saltwater gear. They don't even touch: Saltigas, Stella's, Van Staals, Certates, Tsunami Saltx or other spinning reels for the salt. Spinning reels can do everything. When was the last time you could dunk a baitcaster in saltwater like you can waterproof spinning reels and continue using it? When was the last time you could cast tiny lures on one? When was the last time you could cast perfectly into the wind with a baitcaster? Try casting a baitcaster in the dark without any issues 🤔 Put more time on a good spinning reel and you'll see how superior it is.

@devonm301

2 жыл бұрын

@@fuq584 i've been doing it for the past 10 years with my curados bud

@devonm301

2 жыл бұрын

DC braking reels have been out for quite some time now. Do your research

It’s also a lot more fun with spinning reals and a light rod.

I use both! Plenty of vids on KZread skipping with a bait caster! Finesse fishing, light baits, is easier with a spin rig. Corks are not the main reason anglers in LA. And TX use bait casters!

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the comment!

I came to the same conclusion myself. After years of using a baitcaster i saw the light. Spinning reels are more user friendly than baitcasting reels. Its nice to be able to pick up your rod at a moments notice and cast than to lose the fish because you were fiddling with the magnet setting and line tensioner. Thats why now i despise baitcasters

great video, i love my baitcaster for bass fishing, but for salt water inshore fishing spinning reel won't fail.

@thecomedyside2526

5 жыл бұрын

Catch N Cook Angler what is the spinning reels name

@regzfishingtv

5 жыл бұрын

@@thecomedyside2526daiwa revros

what spinning reel do you have in the video ?

"This is only my $.02 from TX" I bought my first reel as a youth in 1976, a Garcia 5000 and have only owned 2 spinning reels in my life and one was bought yesterday at the Houston Fishing Show, gonna try a real light rig. To me it seem your whole video is spot on including the last seconds... y'all use more spinning rigs down yonder than we do. I can be honest in saying I haven't seen a Mangrove 'round here to skip a lure under... Just pokin fun at ya Luke. Thank you for all your informative videos. Tight Lines and Full Limits to Ya.! Ps: I'll take the Spinning Rig, but the Casting Reel... I Don't Leave Home Without It.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the helpful comment! I hope you enjoy the spinning rig. I highly recommend going with no more than 10 lb test to really see and feel the difference when slinging lures long distances with minimal effort... you may even end up with of bunch of baitcasting setups collecting dust in the corner like I did over time:)

@bigk3381

5 жыл бұрын

@@Saltstrong Luke I just walk in with a spool of 10# SPIDERWIRE EZ BRAID, and the reel holds 240yds of 10# braid. As for dust on my baitcasters, I received a Concept Z for Christmas and the new hasn't worn off of it yet, but only time will tell. However I'm making room for the Spinner.

what bait casting reel do you have ?

What rod did you use for your bait caster

Baitcaster are real nice. Only have one that I use offshore and for targeting bigger bridge fish or tarpon. I want a lighter weight one for fishing around docks and structure. like they said the underhand flip cast is very easy but also, the retrieve rate is better so you can get fish away from the structure easier.

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight!

I only really ever use spinning gear in saltwater if I’m using a popping cork or live/dead bait. Baitcasters are just more comfortable to use for extend periods of time for me.

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making time to leave the comment.

Hello...which is the lure?

What pound pest is best for distance with a bait caster?

I only use baitcaster inshore when casting a top water plug. By far the best walk the dog action don’t @ me

I have a baitcaster and 4 spinning rods I switch between, depending on the situation. 7' light, medium and medium heavy Ugly Stik spinning rods and a 5' ultralight, and a 7' medium Ugly Stik for the baitcaster. With those I can catch just about anything inshore that I fish for.

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Great set up!

Do you use a leader with the 10lb braid?

Hello there! Thanks so much for sharing your experience. However, I do not agree with you. I understand it is your personal experience. I have about a year going out to fish with my friends. I'm a baitcaster and for me the baitcasting is perfect and Great. I have a lot to learn about fishing but so far i would no change my baitcasting reel for spinning reels. it is a good video and thanks for sharing.

What do you think of the calico jack rods?

@SuperJox

3 жыл бұрын

Best budget rods imo

@SaltStrong What 13 omen model and power is that casting rod?

I prefer spinning for bigger fish, and baitcasters for smaller fish, like trout or smaller drums. I also like baitcasters when I'm flipping in the marshes.

Love my Shimano stradics! Have the regular stradic and the ci4(3000&2500)I have the ci4 on a 7ft. Shimano Teramar inshore series rod and the regular stradic on a Lews Blair Wiggins edition rod 7.6ft. I like both rods as well and I’m looking to go with another stradic reel. Could you PLEASE possibly do a review for the Shimano Durado spinning rod so I could watch and decide if that’s the next setup I’ll be going with? THANK YOU for all your videos and look forward to becoming a member sometime in the near future! Tight lines!

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

I'll be sure to keep an eye out for the Curado rod on my next shopping spree. But seeing that it's ~$150, I'll be shocked if it beats the $100 rod that I featured in the cross-brand analysis review that I created for Salt Strong Members. Here's a link for whenever you decide to join: www.saltstrong.com/fishing-tip/fishing-rod-review-insiders/

Its definitely better to have the tool for the job that you can cast for the job . Sometimes you have a small window to make it happen . Good review , I like both reels

@Saltstrong

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Richard!

I mainly use spinning but I've been getting into casting reels. I recently ordered a Daiwa Caostal 200 TWS inshore baitcasting reel for inshore and bass fishing in Florida. I've read some really good reviews on it for inshore fishing. Do you have any rod suggestions for an inshore/bass rod that would pair well with that reel?

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

I am definitely not the best source for recommendations on bait casting rods given that I very rarely use them anymore.

I have the same bait caster the smoke s3 and it backlashes 4 out of 10 times it's most definitely not like the video of KVD the way he was using it ! ...how do you feel about it and like it ???

@myungkwak0311

5 жыл бұрын

U need to adjust your brakes

Hi I can use conventional tackle but iam more comfortable with spinning tackle it works better for me 🐟

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

I total get how bass fisherman who use baitcaster "look down" on spinning gear users. This applies to many different aspects of life, it's a total shortcoming on those people's part. I've always found a use for both and enjoy both.

What spinning setup is this in the video rod and all buddy PLEASE!?

@Saltstrong

4 жыл бұрын

That was a TFO rod: www.saltstrong.com/articles/temple-fork-outfitter-spinning-rod-review/ With a Daiwa Fuego LT reel: www.saltstrong.com/articles/daiwa-fuego-lt-reel-review/

Baitcasters are impractical for saltwater. I have both but use the spinning reel more than my baitcaster in the salt. Sometimes I do use the baitcaster for short precise pitches between mangroves, boat docks, or off a pier. That's about it

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Personal preference!

What lb braid do you recommend for baitcasters

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

That all depends on what you're targeting. I like 20 lb best for targeting reds, seatrout, and snook up on the flats.

I get too much line twist on spinning gear which makes it impossible to work the bait slow because the line starts rolling up on itself. I use it, reluctantly when I have a strong head wind on a pier, but it is frustrating for me.

@bigfatfish4148

4 жыл бұрын

Barry Wuthrich use braid it won’t twist up on itself

@barrywuthrich8530

4 жыл бұрын

@@bigfatfish4148 Thanks. I have braid on a few of my spinning reels. I often work baits slowly on bottom and often in a cross wind, so I am reeling in a lot of slack line. After doing this for 5 or 10 casts, the line wants to come off the spool 4 or 5 wraps at a time in a wad. I found this to be true with braid as well. It can be worse than a backlash. I own about 6 spinning reels, but I keep coming back to my Shimano Citica or Curado. I have no problem throwing them into the wind.

@bigfatfish4148

4 жыл бұрын

Barry Wuthrich when reeling in the slack line use one of your hands to lightly pinch the line so it goes on to the spool tight keep doing this to build up a habit then you’ll do it without thinking about I rarely get wind twists and this is what I do

@barrywuthrich8530

4 жыл бұрын

@@bigfatfish4148 Each to his own, I guess. I just buy a used shimano citica for $50, spool some 30lb power pro braid on it, and relax.

Hi great video thanks I will take spinning tackle over that baitcaster any time

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

You can skip and be as accurate with a spinning reel, thing is alot of people are just used to baitcasters and put less time on spinning reels 🤷‍♂️

I cant find a pure white saltwater in shore spinning rod. Any suggestions? Thanks.

@aerialsiteservices3759

4 жыл бұрын

st croix legend extreme inshore rod. both spinning and casting options available.

Lol that was you the guy who caught the fish from the balcony LMFAO I seen that a long time ago I didn't I seen it on Facebook or something cool bro LOL!!!!

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

Haha! Yes, that was me... I'm still shocked that it both ate and stayed hooked long enough for us to actually catch it:)

@joeyjoe8892

5 жыл бұрын

@@Saltstrong ur awesome my bro!!!!

I like spinners but man that's a big debate

I prefer bait casters because I can manage my braided line better, it comes off straight and goes back on the same way. Line twist is not my friend

I wish I had seen this 2 reels ago.

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Let us know if you have any questions!

What baitcaster is that

I prefer the spincast no matter what..that's 1) because I am still a newbie and 2) because I want to relax and not get frustrated by birds nest in the real..

It’s your own preference I prefer Baitcaters

I think baitcaster reels are best for any lure you need a strong side sweeping hook for. Forem everything else use spinning.

@Saltstrong

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

It's been a long time since I used a bait caster. I mostly used them in Fresh and Rarely in salt, but after all the BS about baitcasters being better I eventually switched to Spinning reels only. For beginners I hand them a Zebco spincaster and you'd be surprised how well they work on fish under 10 pounds.

I just use both of them

the only real baitcasting advantage in inshore application is casting accuracy...?

Main difference is people being to impatient to master each reel. I have less patience with my baitcasters because i dont need to use them,ive mastered my craft for inshore spin fishing. Not enough versatility in casting reels for me to switch. Wind knots are easy to avoid,and you can get pretty damn accurate after thousands of casts.

hi which lure best fishing in night top water

@Saltstrong

5 жыл бұрын

I just use my favorite topwater for daytime fishing... go with whichever one you are most successful with during the day, and it'll surely work at night too.

Braid doesn’t brake down in the Environment like mono. Just hangs around, snagging things forever. Bad, Bad.

@christophersalice4917

3 жыл бұрын

Huh, hadn't thought of that but it's an interesting point. Thanks.

Which one will last longer if used the same

U get a better lift and pop off the bottom with baitcasters fishing the power prawns

@Saltstrong

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Spinning reels have issues that level wind reels do not have. Bail spring failure, Bails break and bend, uneven line lay on spools caused by different sizes of line diameter, crank breakage, spools bend from being struck or dropped. Weak drags designs. Powerful spinning reels are powerful big and powerful heavy. Spinning reels cast lighter lures further and work fine for this purpose. They are easy to use making them a good choice for anglers that lack the skill to use level wind reels. If you happen to have a crazy Snook, Bull Red, Tarpon or many other saltwater fish grab your lure 150 feet out get ready to lose all your line or hope the big motor lights up real fast. If they run at you or away from you, you are pretty much screwed like the farmer’s daughter on Saturday night. Getting a solid hook set way out there is almost impossible braid or no braid. Fish tight to cover are there to take a little bubble nap or to kill anything that swims by. Swimming you lure parallel to the cover catches more fish than hitting fish on the head skipping under overhanging limbs. Being stealthy and getting close is a much better plan for success. Long casts don’t catch fish accurate casts catch fish. I like casting reels and spinning reels. Long casts are of no significance.

@chris73brown

3 ай бұрын

Yes. Spinning reels have so many more issues. As u said. I may switch from using a spinning real due to lm sick n tired of line roller issues. With a conventional reel, thats never a problem cause simply dont have one. I constantly have line roller problems on spinning reels even w me maintenancing them regularly

you forgot to say in cons of spinning reels the fact that weights much more than a baitcasting reel, so you get more tired because the need to make bigger efforts to cast

guys who use baitcaster for inshore because it's cool and they spend 4/5 of their time on water straightening out their birdnests

Wait is this the same guy with the beard ?

@SuperJox

3 жыл бұрын

Yes lol

The bait caster is the same design as a winch, no 90 degree gears...if you like all spinning you just ain’t catching big enough fish.

@rectodeath

5 жыл бұрын

Is this Eric Oakley the professional disc golfer?

Sounds like you were using the wrong rod and reels for baitcasting. Light lures are easily thrown with a casting rod. Baitcasting rods are typically shorter, lighter, and more accurate. A ML casting rod at 6' 6" or so does what a M or MH 7' plus spinner does. That makes wading, kayak, and bank fishing much easier. Typically they are lighter too. They are more accurate. When sight fishing thats important

@Saltstrong

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback!

I’m way late on comments but I can’t stand spinning reels. I have never been freshwater fishing and the only bass I’ve ever caught lived in saltwater. I’m addicted to casting gear whether it’s inshore baitcasters, lever drag conventional surf reels, to level wind boat reels. I have nothing against spinning gear and more power to everyone using them but I struggle even with expensive ones. I’ll put casting/round reels up against any of my spinning reels anytime.