new to jig fishing i use spincast reels which arnt the best for casting far i know but was curous if using a weighted cork will be ok with a jig underneath to get my bait out far
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new to jig fishing i use spincast reels which arnt the best for casting far i know but was curous if using a weighted cork will be ok with a jig underneath to get my bait out far
Sure would be ok. Just try to keep the cork as small as possible and still cast well.
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Yep. Only disadvantage to a weighted float is that you can't see a "lift" strike (where a fish grabs it and swims up). That's where the waggler styles come in handy.
... but all of my wagglers are weighted. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Atimm693
Yeah, but aren't they weighted to a specific jig weight ... so even on a lift bite, the waggler will rise higher above the surface, indicating a lift bite ??Quote:
Originally Posted by deathb4disco
I’m not sure I’m completely following you, but a waggler will rise when a fish takes the bait from below and then moves upward in the water column.Quote:
Originally Posted by CrappiePappy
Yeah, but it's not "weighted" with any lead wrappings, like the weighted foam bobbers ... right ?? Wagglers are weighted with splitshots on the line & close to the waggler (in accordance with size/type waggler used) and the "bait" on the end of the line cannot be heavier than the waggler can hold up (counting it and the splitshot weights together vs size or capacity of the waggler float).Quote:
Originally Posted by deathb4disco
You were saying your wagglers were "weighted" ... but the wagglers don't have added "weights" on THEM ... the line has the weights on it. I was using "weighted" in a different definition ... thinking only of the weight of the jig vs the size of waggler (and incorrectly thinking of them used like a slip float). :Doh:
OK, I understand what you’re saying. Some wagglers do have the weights built into them. They are called “loaded” wagglers. I use ‘em both.Quote:
Originally Posted by CrappiePappy
(Thank goodness for halftime shows that give you time to do important stuff — like post on CDC). :)
i went out today to try it out in a lake beside my house and i kinda fear the weight of the cork scaring off fish as it makes a good plop when hits the water
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thats the size i had maybe should use the slender cigar shaped ones instead but do you think the on i have on now will work ok
Sometimes the "plop" splash will spook them, and sometimes it draws their attention/curiosity.
If you can, cast sidearm .... it will produce a little less "plop" than a high arching overhead cast. :twocents
Going lighter on your line # test, longer with your rod length, or both, will likely add more distance to your cast ... even without the weighted float.
I don't know if they've changed, but seems like I remember many pre-spooled spincast reels coming with 10# test mono on them. And not always a major brand of mono, either. You really only need 4-6# test mono for most Crappie casting techniques. IMHO
yeha i prefer no larger than 6 pound test i like 4 i wana learn how to use spinning reels but a decade ago i got a cheap 10 dollar one and it somehow got all knotted up in the spool so i said forget it after my first day of fishing with it guess i ened someone t show me some things about themQuote:
Originally Posted by CrappiePappy
i think the splash it makes is to much even with a sidearm cast i should tyr n use one of the plastic longer corks but god they cost like 2 dollars a pop ohh well guess it will make it work
Hands down "Rocket Bobber " . Cast a mile lol very sensitive .
As stated, lots of spin cast reels come with 10# line and not premium line either. To overcome some of the shortcomings of casting a spin cast, use one of the better monos in 4 or 6 Lb test. Berkley Nanofil is supposed to cast really well but I have not used it myself.
I get really good distance on Berkley Fireline 6# on my spinning reels but I'm not sure how well braided line would work on a spin cast.
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Originally Posted by SeaRay
i once tried t do braidedline on my zebco 888 catfish reel it didnt work lol
i usually get the cheap 2 dollar line tbh cause most lines r like 10 buks im gonna re spool all my rods with 6 pound test just n case i get me a catfish on one
Consider this : Vicious Panfish 6lb Hi-Vis Fishing Line 2360 Yard Spool .... not necessarily from this particular place, but the length of line vs price on Vicious lines in the 1/4lb spool are usually fairly reasonable.Quote:
Originally Posted by matt1991
And if you should decide to purchase from this place, be sure and contact them FIRST ... just to make sure you're buying what you want, since there is a discrepancy in their description. Picture and title say "hi-vis" .... but, other places on the page say "lo-vis clear".
I like pinch on quill floats myself and have converted quite a few other float fisherfolks to them .
smallest that will stay above the water line with the jig weight you chose and typically 6 lb mono for me .
a slightly larger open faced spinning reel than most use for crappie will also help in line capacity and casting …..
my 2 cents
i took all 6 f my spincast rods i ahd and added 4 pound line to them just gotta really watch my drag incase i catch something big so it wont break off
If you decide to try a spinning reel again make sure it’s spooled with good quality line... it will make all the difference... of your lookin to fish with a jig and cork you should always carry the round ones, the pear shaped ones and cigar shaped ones each one will give that jig a different action! We use em all the time in the spillways around here and I prefer to use the smaller cork possible to float the jig....
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I don’t cast much. I just walk on top of the water to where the fishies is. My pole conjures up the fisies.
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