Need Advice For Move To Baitcasting

[WSOzzie]

Had a great summer on the lake, but now facing a bit of the music with elbow tendonitis. Doing my due diligence to rectify the problem with rest, exercise, etc..., but I am thinking about trying a lighter setup for next year, and I need some advice. I have been a spinning reel guy with my revo sx and st. croix mojo bass as my go-to choice of weaponry. Primarily throw senkos or soft plastics. I think it's time that I move to a lighter baitcaster and appropriate rod. Would like to stay $250-ish.... As always, thanks in advance.

[AMAC]

I would check out Denali's line of rods and do some research on them. They are extremely light and sensitive. Hardwood foregrips and both the jadewood and kovert have eva handles. They both come well under $250 but are better than some $250 rods! You can get 2 koverts for that and will enjoy them! Give them a try and if you have any questions shoot me a pm!

[AMAC]

Oh yea check out denalirods.com

[FD.]

It is not so much a question of reel as it is rod and line combo.  I use a custom 7-11 medium and 20 lb braid to throw my light weight plastics.  I have a Revo SX paired with it and get plenty of distance out of vibe worms and small creature baits without a lot of effort.  I have a bad wing also.

[Mike L]

Get a BPS Pro Qualifier reel, and a MH/F Cabon light rod.

Or any $150.00 range rod that balances well for you and you'll be good to go.

 

I think the most should be spent on the best most sensative rod you can afford matched with a tough, reliable, easy to use reel.

 

 

 

 

Mike

[WSOzzie]

What I've researched brings me to exactly your point. Rods seemed to be Denali Kovert, *** and the Dobyns Savvy. All @ 7' (6'10" - 7'1")...great reviews for each. Obviously, pairing with balance is what we all hope for. Are you saying that a heavier line is preferable less stress on the wing?

[A-Jay]

You may want to consider learning to cast and fish with the other wing.

 

Then you'll be able to spread the work load around.

 

I do it.

 

A-Jay

[michang5]

I'm sure here are heavier spinning setups and lighter baitcasting setups, but I'd check your total weight on the desired combo(s). My Tatula and *** Black 7'1" is quite a big heavier than my Okuma spinning reel and rod.

[FD.]

What I've researched brings me to exactly your point. Rods seemed to be Denali Kovert, *** and the Dobyns Savvy. All @ 7' (6'10" - 7'1")...great reviews for each. Obviously, pairing with balance is what we all hope for. Are you saying that a heavier line is preferable less stress on the wing?

 

 

smaller diameter line with a longer more flexible rod = more distance with less effort.

 

Plus A-Jay is right on.  Learn to cast with your off hand.  When I tore my shoulder I had to learn to flip and pitch left handed so I could fish period.  

[Gaerith]

If you can get a Fenwick Elite Tech and a lew's TP (I would just get a speed spool, but if weight is paramount then get a TP) on sale you can come in under budget and have a pretty lightweight setup.  Imo don't go all out on your first BC - you may not like it.

 

One thing I like about rolling with both Spinning and baitcasting is that if you use all RH models, the types of rods are held in opposite hands.  That might help with your elbow problems.

[WSOzzie]

Thanks for the information. By setting up a RH retrieve, I will use the other arm, and at the same time expand the arsenal to at least one baitcasting rod. Right now, I am looking at either a Denali Kovert. Dobyns Savvy or Fenwick elite tech (appropriate length); Lew's bb1 (RH); 12 lb. flouro. Again, I do appreciate the input and messages.