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10-06-2017, 02:53 PM
dhdr24

Crappie Reels

Okay, I got great advice here and purchased the spyder lock rod holders and ez poleholder was a great guy to deal with. Now I am looking for reels to purchase for slow drifting, possibly trolling, maybe even pulling cranks BUT SPECIFICALLY FOR HOVERING OVER DEEP BRUSH and maybe even a cast or two with a floater tied on. Now, I know I have listed a large area to cover, but I am checking to see if anybody has found one thing that will do. I have used the president phleuger reel, but line twist on a spinning reel gives me trouble no matter what. I like them and still use them, but line twist is just a pain.
10-06-2017, 03:14 PM
Mac Daddy

I use bait casters now because of the line twist and other benefits. Academy from time to time will have them on sale for about $15 each. They aren't high dollar reels but they have served me well so far. I haven't used them for trolling crank baits though, so I couldn't say about that. For trolling cranks I use line counter reels, to me it almost a necessity.
10-06-2017, 04:58 PM
Boa3

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Originally Posted by Mac Daddy

I use bait casters now because of the line twist and other benefits. Academy from time to time will have them on sale for about $15 each. They aren't high dollar reels but they have served me well so far. I haven't used them for trolling crank baits though, so I couldn't say about that. For trolling cranks I use line counter reels, to me it almost a necessity.

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10-06-2017, 05:05 PM
dhdr24

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Heck I am losing
My feeble mind. I have line counter reels as well. Old is not good sometimes, but I can still go fishing

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10-06-2017, 08:55 PM
MEATGETTER

Try Gliss Line on spinning reels no more twist !!!

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10-06-2017, 09:15 PM
dhdr24

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Try Gliss Line on spinning reels no more twist !!!

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Wow looking for that right now. Never heard of it

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10-07-2017, 01:33 AM
canebreaker

Academy Sports has been good for great clearance prices. Check their online site clearance from time to time. Buy enough for free shipping.
Here's another site to go to.
Buy Discounted Fishing Rods, Reels, Line and Tackle | Fisherman's Factory Outlet
10-11-2017, 10:55 AM
Takeum

I found some kastking orcas for like 30 bucks a reel on EBay when they were on sale,,, Great reel, super quality
10-11-2017, 11:54 AM
canebreaker

Get to an auction early to check out what the seller has before bidding starts. Never know what they have. At one auction the seller had the candy apple cast combos. The bidding didn't go very high, he sold one to the highest bidder, needed $50. His next trip he sold them for $30.
Candy Apple Casting Combo 7' - FRESHWATER COMBOS - ROD/REEL COMBOS - Reels
10-11-2017, 01:09 PM
Lloakley930

I use line counters on my spider rig poles. It’s easier on my kids to keep up with a number once they are zeroed out at water line then drop to what depth I tell them.
10-11-2017, 01:56 PM
chippo

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Originally Posted by dhdr24

Okay, I got great advice here and purchased the spyder lock rod holders and ez poleholder was a great guy to deal with. Now I am looking for reels to purchase for slow drifting, possibly trolling, maybe even pulling cranks BUT SPECIFICALLY FOR HOVERING OVER DEEP BRUSH and maybe even a cast or two with a floater tied on. Now, I know I have listed a large area to cover, but I am checking to see if anybody has found one thing that will do. I have used the president phleuger reel, but line twist on a spinning reel gives me trouble no matter what. I like them and still use them, but line twist is just a pain.

Mr Gene also makes awesome rod transfer racks

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10-21-2017, 11:39 PM
chippo

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Rod transfer racks kept your long rods stay secured and organized going 70 down the interstate and at the ramp and sitting in your chair while grabbing your rods and putting them in or out of your spider lok rod holders. If interested. These guys on here can get you in touch with Mr GeneAttachment 277717 Attachment 277718

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10-21-2017, 11:47 PM
chippo

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10-22-2017, 06:56 PM
Xpressboater

Bait caster reels on all mine. Also I spool them with color coded line so when pulling cranks I know how much line I have out. Power pro braided line.
10-22-2017, 10:27 PM
bird down

I like the president reels you mentioned. Line twist and line memory has a lot to do with the quality of line you are using and how long it's sat stationary. Spinning reals are very popular for spider rigging. In most cases the reels only purpose is to hold the line but having a quality reel like the president has a lot of positives. The drag system, smoothness of the reel, and the overall life of the reel are a few that have me sold on them. In my opinion i would rather have my eyes on the pole down than I had up. I know jigging you can feel the bite better with the eyes down and that's the way I have fished my whole life. The rods sensitivity is one of the most important things crappie fishing. You have to see that bite. There are so many different opinions on this I hesitated to even respond, but as I stated it's only my opinion. Good luck and have fun
10-22-2017, 10:48 PM
Hillbilly4949

Bait Casters
10-23-2017, 05:33 PM
grizzrider09

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These are the rod holders that I have been looking for. How do I get in touch with Mr Gene

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10-23-2017, 05:42 PM
"G"

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These are the rod holders that I have been looking for. How do I get in touch with Mr Gene

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Gene Johnson 16017503519

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10-24-2017, 10:32 AM
canebreaker

Griss, I like them better than the ones I have now. Start collecting material to build me a pair.
11-19-2017, 09:44 AM
Yonder

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Originally Posted by bird down

I like the president reels you mentioned. Line twist and line memory has a lot to do with the quality of line you are using and how long it's sat stationary. Spinning reals are very popular for spider rigging. In most cases the reels only purpose is to hold the line but having a quality reel like the president has a lot of positives. The drag system, smoothness of the reel, and the overall life of the reel are a few that have me sold on them.

6900 series. Arbor style will also help you with twist, and shootin docks, as it's a larger spool, and come with an extra spool. but I haven't found twist to ever be an issue.
On sale at BPS this month, 1/2 price.
11-19-2017, 10:27 AM
arkcrappie

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Originally Posted by dhdr24

Wow looking for that right now. Never heard of it

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Gliss is an Ardent product, www.ardentoutdoors.com There's a tab at the top of the page for Lines/Lures.