Braid With Baitcaster Question

[DILLY07]

I have been looking into getting a braid but thing is it harder to cast it with a braid? I just want to switch to braid and Ill use mono on the other set up.

[BASSclary]

Very much easier to cast on baitcasting than mono

[Delaware Valley Tackle]

Braid is very easy handling, especially 50-65#. If you do backlash be sure not to yank it though or you'll likely be cutting & respooling.

[LgMouthGambler]

Just like anything, it has its ups and downs. Once you get used to handling it, it is pretty easy to work with. Just make sure you ease into it with the braking system on the reel so you dont cause a major nest.

[Jig Man]

Just be sure to put some backing on the reel to keep the braid from slipping. You also don't need a full spool of braid just more than you can cast.

[webertime]

When I started using baitcasters I started with them spooled up with braid. I find that as long as you spool it up with nice even tension it handles (easier to get back lashes out) better than mono or fluro.

[B@ssCrzy]

This year I experimented with braid for the first time after reading a lot on this site about it. I have actually come to like it a lot better due to the sensitivity and hook setting power it offers you. For me there is just too much stretch in regular mono line for most applications, fishing cranks excluded. Some things I would suggest....get at least 50 lb in whatever brand you choose, learn the "thumb" technique for getting out backlashes, and learn how to join leaders to the braid. 50lb will keep the braid from digging into itself on the spool causing serious problems when you cast. I have been able to get all of my backlashes out up to this point using the "thumb" technique which can be viewed on youtube (it works!!). If you don't know how to do this you will probably be cutting your new braid off your reel the first time you go out. Being able to add a leader gives me the confidence that I can catch fish in any water clarity situation I find myself fishing. As previously stated I would also use a mono backing. Saves you money in the long run. Hopes this helps.

[Long Mike]

With the exception of my ultralight rod, I use braid on all my spinning and baitcasters; usually with a flouro leader. Generally, I will use 30# on my spinning reels and 40 or 50 on the baitcasters, If I'm fishing in slop I will use 60# with no leader. In addition, I use KVD line conditioner on all reels.