So, I took my new rod out yesterday. I was fishing from the bank with my new rod that I got for Christmas. It was the rod that I wanted, but after using it i move have made a mistake.
Now, I know that I may catch some flack, but I love my 6' m ugly stik so I requested a 7'6" ml ugly stick. Either I'm casting wrong, which could be the case I'm new to baitcasting, or i have the wrong weight of bait (1/8 spinner). When I was test casting I was able to cast a hookless spoon about 30 yards (3/8 oz.). But at the lake 10 to 15 yards was the best i could get. The rod seemed to be very sloppy on the release and I think the wobble was hurting my distance. Throwing a jig of similar weight on the 6' was producing close to double the distance with half the effort.
My question is this. Should I throw light or heavier baits before I give this rod up for just a back up? Is there a technique I should try to get better payout from the lighter rods load up? Or am I just doomed to look on in envy of the guys that throw 200$ rigs and just be happy to be fishing. (I'm always happy to be fishing).
Thanks for the advice in advance. I can't afford to step my rod collection up in price point at the moment so advice on what I have is all I'll be able to use for this season.
