Fishing - How to Cast a Baitcaster Reel

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Don't be afraid of fishing with a baitcaster. Here is everything that you need to know about casting with one. Now get out there and practice and soon you will have the confidence you need to catch fish with a baitcaster.
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@mitchellmcmahon1425 7 лет назад

1:20 war flash backs

@gaijillahimself908 5 лет назад

LMAO oh that's so good 🤣

@damenbaxter8890 5 лет назад

I laughed so hard at this comment 😂 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@familiariuss2362 5 лет назад

Lol lmao 🤣😂

@BrisbaneBones 5 лет назад

Lol yeah... what the hell was that

@bryancurtislyles12 5 лет назад

Set some buckets out in the yard. Nah.... ALRIGHT!

@frankvanco3903 7 лет назад

I thought I'd never get this down. Then I started practicing in the yard for an hour a day. Found out if I cast with 2 hands I did much better. Still get a little over run now and then, but not the kind that makes you want to drive your boat @ 50mph in to a bridge support. Thanks for your help.

@joshkendrick9468 7 лет назад

I just watched this video earlier, now I'm watching it again... And I've been fishing with a baitcaster for 30 years...lol

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

lol

@joshkendrick9468 7 лет назад

+Flukemaster Great videos, keep up the great work...

@h3adhunt3r69 7 лет назад

+Flukemaster. you were like no..... forget the buckets lmao

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

LOL. I just didn't want to mention them right then. I was rambling and had to stop myself.

@h3adhunt3r69 7 лет назад

+Flukemaster well still a great vid. always look forward to your posts man.

@iCazZiStronZi 7 лет назад

1:18 he got possessed by an alien for a second there...lol

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

Yep, It's time to replace this messy video.

@justrob2656 6 лет назад

New sub here! Please dont replace this video..its great. I get that same look from time to time...lol

@dirtremovesblindness 3 года назад

@@Flukemaster Nah....it adds character!

@steezytricks101 7 лет назад

YOU NEED TO DO A VIDEO ON ALL THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF CASTING, PITCHING,FLIPING,SKIPPING ECT!!!!

@gregkosinski2303 11 месяцев назад

I DON’T KNOW WHAT WE’RE YELLING ABOUT!!!

@gaijillahimself908 5 лет назад

7:06 is what I've been scouring the internet for

@LoganGoulet 7 лет назад

I've always used spinning rods, now I'm trying to get to using a bait caster, so thank you for this helpful video.

@Dedications4U 7 лет назад

Once you use a bait caster, you'll never wanna use a spinning reel again

@Noah-vj9vy 7 лет назад

But there are still a bunch of applications that call for a spinning reel. I love frogging and jigging and fishing worms and moving baits on casting equipment, but I would never leave home without my finesse gear on spinning tackle!

@ronin0096 6 лет назад

Dedications4U what is the difference in casting or reeling between the two? I've always used and nice Mitchell spining reel, and and don't know why that could put me at a disadvantage. Casting further? Maybe,

@ronin0096 6 лет назад

Also I mostly fish roostertails, spinners, or chatters, and a nightcrawler, for bass.

@wolfpacak47 4 года назад

I'll stick with my spinning reel lol

@housetek 7 лет назад

i watched 1:17 over and over again trying to figure why he got super depressed all the sudden lol

@kyle1562 6 лет назад

housetek hahahahaha I didn't notice that first time through!

@travisanderson8458 5 лет назад

Would of been reflecting on the practice sessions when he first started using a bait caster.... The birds nests...

@InnocentFormalities 5 лет назад

Acid reflux

@christianb8228 5 лет назад

😂🤣

@travistrent4880 4 года назад

A sharp chest pain?

@BamaBassSlayer 10 месяцев назад

You can tell Gene just flat out loves bass fishing 🎣 Even though I've been using a baitcaster for many years I still watched this video just to learn from Gene.

@Flukemaster 10 месяцев назад

Very cool! Thanks

@jesseb6045 7 лет назад

Great tip about the tape. No one wants a huge birds nest especially when they are learning.

@todd5198 7 лет назад

If your new to baitcasters like I am, watch this video more than once and use the tape trick for sure, I was ready to throw my rig till I tried with the tape. The tape trick will allow you to practice casting rather than spending so much time trying to respool the line. If you use the trick and your patient you will get better, I am not good at it yet but I know I can learn it now using Gene's tips. I was casting from my canoe yesterday with tape in place, then removed the tape and only had to deal with small backlash, I will get better.

@jimmatt8005 9 месяцев назад

I find all of your videos very helpful. I'm 73 years old and been fishing all my life fresh water and salt. I recently began devoting more time to fresh water because I feel it offers more challenges . One challenge being the bait casting reel. Your video makes it perfectly understandable. I do have one question. Do you or any subscriber know where to fish for mermaids? For me they have been very elusive. LOL

@danielmalone9742 2 года назад

Just bought a baitcaster and your video was useful to me. Thank you.

@LadyBass 7 лет назад

Killer video! Wish i had this when started using a bait caster

@BertCotton 6 лет назад

I’ just got a baitcaster and the tape idea is fantastic! Thanks for the tip. It makes cleaning up the overrun a lot easier.

@iaindayz 7 лет назад

i learn how to use a bait caster in 2 days your first baitcaster video is what taught me so thanks

@scottb8252 7 лет назад

Thanks fluke for the tips, never would of thought of the tape idea! Also for keeping your videos clean, and kid friendly!

@anthonyglover1320 7 лет назад

Great videos Gene. You've taught me a lot & I'm still learning. I looked for you at ICAST but always just missed you. I was with the McCain camp. You are wonderful at what you do, I always look forward to your videos...

@KDubTwin2 6 лет назад

I'm getting my first baitcaster today. I've been watching this video a few times now. You are very good at explaining things. Thanks! Karen, Ponder, Texas

@eder4yamaha798 7 лет назад

This guy knows his stuff

@johnunderwood3132 5 лет назад

I’m so happy I didn’t buy a baitcasting rod. I had no idea that it was hard to master. The pros make it look effortless . Thanks for the info. I enjoy your videos. Fishing is what brings me n my son together. We are still learning but it is well worth it.

@irish0663 7 лет назад

Well, Gene, from your video on bait casting, I ID'd three critical mistakes I'm making as I try to learn how to use a bait caster. MANY thanks - you've saved me hours of trial and error (mostly error!) Your vid is terrific!

@nikestand5671 6 лет назад

Usually use a spinner, but I went out and bought a bait caster and rod as well. Thank you for the video! It really helped my out a lot because I’ve never used one, but this is a killer guide for baitcasters! Thank you. Will definitely be watching more of your videos sir!

@logankopazna2931 6 лет назад

I just got a baitcaster for the first time and I was trying to watch other videos and I just couldn't learn. Your video helped me so much and now I can cast further than I thought I could have. Thank you for the very descriptive video. You definitely got a like and a subscribe from me.

@Ephem13 6 лет назад

Gotta say, I've avoided baitcasters my entire life, I always ended up spending more time fixing bird nests than fishing. After watching this, I was able to spend a part of the afternoon working out all the issues I've always had with them. I'm by no means perfect but I can at least spend the day fishing and not fixing the spool. His beginner tackle video is outstanding as well.

@theEsturm1990 4 года назад

Just got my first bait caster today! Literally went on amazon and got one of the cheapest they had. It’s a 6’6” Shakespeare Alpha medium action combo. Picked it up for $35. Your videos are definitely helping me learn to cast it! Set it up and practiced for about 30 minutes or so with only a couple minor back lashes. Really enjoy the videos! They’ve helped me tremendously.

@vegasvato55 2 года назад

The Spool Tension Control Knob is the single most important braking control of the three until you learn how to use your thumb...

@donsgotmoney 6 лет назад

Gene, as far as removing the birdnest from over run, if you place your thumb on the spool while cranking the handle and applying medium pressure to the spool, make a couple of turns, then hit the spool release button and pull out the line, do this over a couple of times and you will master the birdnest. I have been using a baitcaster for 20 years and still manage to get overun, even with a magnetic brake.. Once I learned this simple trick of removing the backlash,,,it was even more enjoyable....Thanks for the tips!!

@unolove 7 лет назад

Just got my first baitcaster and I got it on a No.8 Tackle Blackout rod and its awesome....just learned a lot more watching this video...thanks!

@dylanwaters9054 7 лет назад

Best Baitcaster video ever

@5.56Chronicles 7 лет назад

got my first baitcaster yesterday. Man what a learning curve! Grew up using a spin cast and wanted to try something different. So I went to Gander and got a Lew's American Hero speed spool im6 graphite combo. Thanks for these videos I'll be studying all the baitcaster ones.

@TheMikeyB917 7 лет назад

Thank you. New to baitcasters, and this info has helped me incredibly. Tight lines

@mrdilligaf1968 7 лет назад

Great video. I've been using bait casters for a while now and mostly for the barramundi. I like the idea of the electrical take to stop the birdnests. Wish someone had told me that then. Now I've mastered a baitcaster, I love using them and so much better with better accuracy and alot less fatigue. Thanks for the video :)

@techknowgeek85 7 лет назад

Excellent video Flukemaster. Watching what to do with your thumb, took all the over thinking out of it.

@simonhenhoeffer8934 7 лет назад

I think im pretty good at fishing, but I always seem to learn something new when watching your videos! Keep it up dude!

@tablerockkid8237 7 лет назад

Outstanding video. You're a great teacher. Thanks.

@quinn54321 6 лет назад

I just bought a 13 fishing inception reel as my first bait caster this video helped a lot thanks

@billytrenary4114 7 лет назад

Tks,,so much for this video. U r the one who show me how to set up my bait caster. And I love it.!!😁😁😁 From Nashville Tn.

@american_chevy616 7 лет назад

you always put out great video's, and I thank you for it! keep up the great work

@hansg6336 5 лет назад

From the king of bird's nests, I thank you. Tape on the spool- brilliant. Obviously when you have more confidence in your casting you can remove the tape.

@calebbell6974 7 лет назад

very concise and educational video. btw the bass are schooling in the grass on chickamauga right now on shad. I have had an awesome couple of days catching nice ones on topwater and swimbaits

@LawnGone 7 лет назад

Thanks for the motivation to give baitcaster reels another try!

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

+Lawn Gone you're welcome

@zacharycropper5532 7 лет назад

Thanks for this man. I used spinning rod/reel setups for the 20 years I've been fishing dating back to when I was a kid. I JUST now started getting into bait casting because my buddy said it was the way to go. Now when I go out all i wanna do is practice with the bait caster and my spinner doesn't get touched unless I'm running a rattle trap or something.

@great207 7 лет назад

Nice video. I just received my first baitcaster yesterday, abu garcia silver max3. I'll be trying it he first time today (I only have experience with spinning gear). This video is very informative. hopefully I don't get too many backlashes!

@magicman6583 4 года назад

Thanks! Just ordered my 1st baitcaster after only using Zebco 202s, 33s and such. This eased my nerves some. Lol

@rrayjay5171 7 лет назад

Very helpful thanks Gene!

@livebaitfishing5423 7 лет назад

Thanks, gonna use the tape trick once I get my gear back to NM. Until then I will just have to fish Lake Eufaula the way I'm set up.

@bicali_pierfishing1567 4 года назад

Hello my friend I just bought my first shaksper durango 2 piece medium action baitcaster rod and a abuugarcia black max for the first time and I wanted to know more about how to cast a baitcaster for the first time thank you so much for the video👍

@jda3comics693 Год назад

I’ve used a spinning rod for the past ten years so it will be a new experience for me with a Baitcaster

@adrianponce3489 7 лет назад

I actually watched all your old vids from 2012 on how to use a Baitcaster reel and I can say all I use now is a Baitcaster even for light lures

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

Awesome.

@johnstaley5671 6 лет назад

i have a baitcaster and ive had it for about years and i still backlash about 10 times each times i go fishing, this video has helped me alot and i have been practicing

@skatzie3675 5 лет назад

Thanks because now I get 50% less backlashes you earned a subbed from me

@jcnpresser 7 лет назад

Love your vids man. I think you should have also talked about rod selection. The rod also has a great impact on your cast, distance, and accuracy.

@froggytmvr2595 6 лет назад

So happy I subscribed to your channel the other day! Learned so much in just 48 hours. I bought a really expensive Shimano baitcaster the other day, I couldn't get it to cast senkos without getting the worst birds nest. I was ready to exchange it I thought it was the reels fault lol. After this video I'm casting them 30-40 yards with ease! 🙌🏼

@Flukemaster 6 лет назад

That's awesome Matthew. I'm glad I can help.

@MrBoondaba 7 лет назад

Went fishing with a baitcaster for the first time today, used this and your older vid as resource material. It went great. Only been fishing for a week (haven't fished since I was 12, which was 25 years ago). The garage sale spinning reel I had was driving me crazy, so the g/f and I picked up combos at Dick's. Pulled a decent largemouth and a steelhead in the first couple hours. And I only bird-nested it on 12 of my first 20 casts! Got to watch a bass tease my g/f the entire time. Would snatch up bugs only a few feet from her frog, or inhale and immediately spit it out (there's probably a technical term for this). Every time she wanted to leave it it would do a majestic leap out of the water to lure her back into fishing for him. HOLY CRAP the fish caught my girlfriend. Anyway, yours were good starter vids.

@joerhoads2899 6 лет назад

Paul Nardini ll

@MarxHaven 7 лет назад

What you said about starting with braid is so true. I tried flouro months after learning with braid and I hated it and switched back asap.

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

Yep, I've heard your story a hundred times.

@BlueRedGooGoo 4 года назад

I gotta save this video to watch a couple times.

@jda3comics693 Год назад

I really enjoy your videos

@brazywhight 5 лет назад

Thanks for the video it really taught me the break system because I’m a beginner and every time I casted it wasn’t going far

@croomrider9785 7 лет назад

This video will help a lot! I've used a baitcaster before but I ordered a 13 fishing concept a in 7:3:1 ratio, can't wait to get it! I also got a g.loomis e6x rod!

@plank2x429 7 лет назад

come back and tell me if those gloomis rods are worth it because I personally think that there over priced

@croomrider9785 7 лет назад

+megahertz XV I already have a g.loomis e6x rod but I ordered another one, they are mostly the only ones I use now, they are the best for that price. I have had no problems with them. Even if you look at the reviews on tackle warehouse they are all good.

@garymeierhenry3223 7 лет назад

What I use to practice with is a rubber LJ bouncing Bettys and you can get them in different weights. The cost of buying them I consider a learning/practice tool so I am less likely to loose far more expensive baits in the trees later. And hey you can even bounce them off of things. I liked starting off with 3/4 oz got the hang of it then went to 1/2 and 1/4 oz.

@murphfee5334 7 лет назад

Thankx Dude Super helpfull ,completly Educational and easy 2 grasp Im subscibing

@damien381 7 лет назад

Made it out to the lake tonight jus to try that electrical tape trick. That is just brilliant! It works great!

@brittdillard4782 7 лет назад

Great video thanks so much

@kiki2boys 7 лет назад

Great vid

@sentineldrak8825 7 лет назад

im new to fishing im excited to try this. my friend gave me 2 casting reels. im going to practice. BC it is so difficult

@motownman52 7 лет назад

A great follow up video would be how to fix those backlashes! I haven't really used my bait casters since that 4 hour ordeal I went through getting out a particularly nasty backlash on my reel with the braided line haha. I managed to get the backlash out after about an 45 minutes but when I was trying to reel back in the line had tangled up on itself and then I spent quite the bit of time un-knotting probably 100 yards of braid that I didn't want to waist and cut off

@jakodiakoutdoors2835 6 лет назад

Thx so much for the facts. I can cast a bait caster know. My dad told me we can go Muskie fishing this Sunday know

@Flukemaster 6 лет назад

That's awesome

@kameronmartin4449 7 лет назад

I got a giant backlash yesterday so when I saw your video I was like "maybe I'm not hot stuff let's see what gene says"😂

@austinsill2907 7 лет назад

very helpful, thanks

@marshall4494 7 лет назад

I like how you explain how two cast iv bean using spinning rod but I tried the cadtbait for the first time I got it the same day love it.

@charliewerner3197 6 лет назад

Great video the issue I have is release point on side arm, it goes way to the left and I'm right handed. Been practicing for 1 1/2 months. Will continue to practice. Thanks

@MonsterBNH 6 лет назад

I have this issue as well, and believe it has to do with the release point. Still trying to figure it out.

@MonsterBNH 6 лет назад

Great vids, subscribed.

@SouthernReelsFishing 7 лет назад

Very informative!

@keneasley33 5 лет назад

Thanks for being human brother. Very informative.

@JM-zp1il 7 лет назад

Great vid thx Eugene!

@LadyBass 7 лет назад

its gene!

@Dedications4U 7 лет назад

Eugene, lolololololol

@scaff1080 7 лет назад

Gene, I took your "don't go from braid to fluorocarbon" as a challenge. I just started using a bait cast rod about two months ago and was using all braid. I watched this video and immediately the next morning re spooled my curado with fluoro and went to work. Zero backlashes!

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

That's great man.

@jda3comics693 Год назад

Thanks for the video I want to get a Baitcaster next

@Flukemaster Год назад

Good luck!

@jda3comics693 Год назад

@@Flukemaster thanks

@CoastalGX 4 года назад

I feel ya at 1:17 brother. Lol. I think you meant to edit right there.

@atlfisherman3413 7 лет назад

The best baitcaster video I've seen. You really broke it down. I went out and purchased one last year(and it wasn't cheap) and it is sitting in my garage. After this video I will do some practicing. Although you did loose me on the electrical tape part.

@atlfisherman3413 7 лет назад

Ok, I watched the taping part again. It looks like you are saying the stickiness of the tape will stick to the line and help when casting. I will try that too now.

@MrTegidTathal 7 лет назад

No, he's taping the line down below one good cast so that if you birdsnest, it can't be half way down the reel. He's basically making only one cast worth of line (plus the 4 arm lengths of slack) as usable line each cast. If you fish with a leader, you shouldn't have to move it. If you don't use a leader, you'll have to move it as you trim down the line for new lures (you should have some slack. You'll know when to adjust it because the tape will stop your cast mid-flight.

@atlfisherman3413 7 лет назад

Great. Thanks for the clarification.

@WiredSolaris 7 лет назад

I know you have done some, but would you mind doing more bank fishing videos? A LOT of us have to fish from the bank. :)

@snellshell 7 лет назад

Thanks really helped.me a bunch and you are a lefty like ne

@DeltaF508 7 лет назад

I'm so donig that tape trick. Ive been bird-nesting somethin fierce!

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

Cool. Thanks

@aaron22778 7 лет назад

Awesome dude

@coast2coast00 6 лет назад

So far I only had one big backlash on mono that went back to the tape on the spool, I had to cut it out. I spooled on 50 yards of braid and only have had one more big backlash, But I was able to just reel up my line and go home, at home(with the frustration passed) I was able to easily pick it out again. Use tape, cast heavier lures, don't try to cast far but smooth, cast across or with the wind, and all works well.

@TheDukeduke5 7 лет назад

Very informative

@jj61051 7 лет назад

Like the tape trick although nothing like picking the like out when you get it down to the spool. Kinda like solving a rubrics cube. Love the videos keep up the good work.

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

lol

@plank2x429 7 лет назад

so are you telling me there's a secret formula to do it right every time?

@jj61051 7 лет назад

+megahertz XV I have better luck when it is brade 40 or 50 lb but fluorocarbon works to. The trick I have found is not to pull it till the backlash is tight keep it lose. Also a small crochet needle works well. And when all else fails get the clippers and learn how to tie a blood knot or double uni.

@williambutler4965 7 лет назад

I agree with the braid, but more in the fact that when you get a bad backlash on braid, you will not get it out. Great video! I have a request for a video. Post one showing some ways to get a really bad backlash out. I've had some good ones in the past and that would help a lot of people trying baitcasters out for their first time.I've used baitcasters for a while now and I still backlash after changing to heavier or lighter lures, forgetting to readjust my knobs.

@Henry-rc6nq 6 лет назад

I picked up a bill dance Quantum EXO reel off of eBay for 30$ now im using an abu garcia black max 3

@jacobwilliamson3683 7 лет назад

Thanks a lot! The tip about electrical tape will come in handy. I just got my first baitcaster so I'm still learning.

@FishingFrenzy135 7 лет назад

What brand of baitcaster is it

@kidbehindbars484 7 лет назад

+Fishing Frenzy what brand do you use?

@FishingFrenzy135 7 лет назад

+kidbehindbars Lews and quantum

@FishingFrenzy135 7 лет назад

+kidbehindbars go with Lews 99$ speed spool lfs it's the best search up reviews on it

@kidbehindbars484 7 лет назад

+Fishing Frenzy quantum smh....

@Mike-kg4eh 7 лет назад

One simple rule of a baitcasting reel. If your reel is backlashing during the cast adjust your magnetic or centrifugal brake. If its backlashing when your bait hits the water adjust your spool tension and use your thumb like Gene said.

@patrickdevereaux4735 Год назад

Have you considered doing an advanced bait caster video that focuses on hand, wrist, arm and body positioning/movements. Traditional casting and side casting ? How its different than how you cast a spinning rod ? How have the new braking systems changed your technique ? Thanks for considering.

@DylanTheVylan117 7 лет назад

I still would rather fly fish over any other type. But I'm excited to get into bait casting! Thanks for the informative video!

@Flukemaster 7 лет назад

I completely understand. I grew up with a fly rod in my hand.

@zanewright8696 5 лет назад

Gene, would you say more about putting electrical tape on the spool of the reel to prevent major backlash. Thanks Zane

@tylerdavisremax 7 лет назад

can you do a video specifically on setting up for pitching and flipping

@davejeon02 7 лет назад

hey Gene, great vid but still confused about one thing -- what effect does lure weight have on setting your brakes, if any? As of now, I just set them in relation to wind speed and the spool tension/cast control knob, but does casting a heavier lure in general mean a higher brake setting than a lighter lure or vice versa?

@jamison8868 4 года назад

Thank you bro

@RunningRooster 7 лет назад

Can you do a detailed video on skipping with a baitcaster? Like what your settings are and what you do with your thumb?

@LivingLifeOurWay365 7 лет назад

Can you do a video on when braid, mono, fluoro, has a place and time to be used? Reason being many videos seen only talk really about why but not truly when atleast in my opinion. But I want to use primarily braid for 90%-95% except for when using my spinning reels for ultra light fishing due to confidence reasons.

@jeffdeal4681 7 лет назад

i enjoy my abu silver max and lew's medium heavy lightweight rod, fishing with that combo makes me feel like a pro. however when it's dark and i'm fishing damn near blind, i always fall back on my spinners. i'll get one of those fancy 13 fishing concept reels in the next year though. gotta master my 50 dollar abu first. been using 15 lb fluoro with good results after i burned though some 12 lb mono learning how to cast.

@richardbotellio1095 7 лет назад

I usually add a bit more spool control ( magnets or pins) at night. It'll limit your distance a bit but you aren't usually going to be chucking for the horizon at night and it'll help keep bird nests away.

@davejeon02 7 лет назад

Coincidentally, casting with nicer reels is a lot easier than learning to cast with cheaper, lower quality reels like the Abu Garcia SilverMaxx (I had one too, it's not terrible but.....). The Daiwa Zillion TWS is on sale from $299 to $180 right now, it's one of my favorite reels and just picked up another 3 last week (one in each gear ratio). Daiwa's T-Wing System (TWS) makes casting an absolute dream