gia.ksu.92 Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 Hello everyone! I'm Gia. Just joined the forum about a week ago. I am not new to fishing but I have never learned how to rig my tackle properly hence my topic question about casting distance. About a month ago I was given a great setup from my mother and best friend. I have a g. loomis greenwater 7' 6" mag-medium rod and a Shimano ci4 3000. I caught two decent size bass the other week, but I noticed I could not cast out far? And I thought to myself that must be odd because I have plenty of line and my rod length is perfect for casting out far. I am confused if its because of the braid itself or could it be maybe the lure weight causing the issue. I am also new to this thing called drag and setting up the drag on a spinning reel. I've noticed when I have cast in my backyard the lure only goes about perhaps 30 feet out. Should I add more weight to my line? Right now I only have a spinning jig on it. If anyone could give me back some feedback that would be great! Quote
gia.ksu.92 Posted October 17, 2014 Author Posted October 17, 2014 What size lure were you using? I believe its a 1/8th, or 1/4th lure weight most. Quote
gia.ksu.92 Posted October 17, 2014 Author Posted October 17, 2014 My friend also told me he put sufix 832 braided line on it, 20lb. Quote
ABW Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 Your rod is too stiff to throw those light lures. 1 Quote
gia.ksu.92 Posted October 17, 2014 Author Posted October 17, 2014 Your rod is too stiff to throw those light lures. Do I just throw on some split shots/egg weights? Quote
Super User buzzed bait Posted October 17, 2014 Super User Posted October 17, 2014 you just need to step up the size of the lures you're throwing on it. from what i see, the rod is rated for lures from 1/4 oz up to 1.25 oz. i would say try throwing some baits in the 1/2 - 3/4 range and see if you're casting ability improves. try tossing some 1/2 oz jigs or something like that and see if you notice a difference. you will need to have the adequate amount of weight on the lure to get the rod to cast properly. good luck, VERY nice combo you have there.... Quote
5fishlimit Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 genetics Really? Crawl back under the rock you came from. 3 Quote
5fishlimit Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 As others have stated the lure you're using is too light, and the rod is not loading properly. Find some 1/2oz spinnerbaits, jigs, etc, and your casting distance will increase noticeably. Quote
Rusty Shackleford Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 Really? Crawl back under the rock you came from. I think you're taking the internet a little too seriously 5 Quote
Super User Raul Posted October 17, 2014 Super User Posted October 17, 2014 Lure weight ? Rod power ? Type of line and diameter ? Reel settings ? If those are not in harmony you can´t achieve the distance the setup is capable. Quote
5fishlimit Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 I think you're taking the internet a little too seriously my mistake. Thought the OP was a woman and you were making a sexist remark. Quote
RSM789 Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 ...Thought the OP was a woman... Really? I didn't think he looked too girly in that photo... 1 Quote
Super User MCS Posted October 17, 2014 Super User Posted October 17, 2014 Really? I didn't think he looked too girly in that photo... You can never tell these days Quote
5fishlimit Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 Really? I didn't think he looked too girly in that photo... Saw the name as Gia, and thought it was female. From a phone everyone's pictures are hard to see. 1 Quote
Brian6428 Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 These other guys are right (at least the ones that replied to the topic). You're not gonna get much distance if you're under the rods recommended lure weight. Quote
FirstnameLastname Posted October 17, 2014 Posted October 17, 2014 I checked the bio he's a guy. Still don't be sexist, I wish more women fished. Imagine a girlfriend to fish with. Absolutely beautiful. 2 Quote
Ozark_Basser Posted October 18, 2014 Posted October 18, 2014 If you're throwing 1/8 oz, your not gonna get a whole lot of distance on that rod if it's a "mag" medium. One thing you should make sure of is you have the maximum amount of line spooled on that the reel can handle. Also lighter line will cast a little farther as well. Perhaps that is because you can spool more of it on your reel. Quote
benthinkin Posted October 18, 2014 Posted October 18, 2014 I think you're taking the internet a little too seriously Im taking that quote Quote
Super User QUAKEnSHAKE Posted October 18, 2014 Super User Posted October 18, 2014 Lipless crankbaits are very good for distance. 1/2 ounce Strike King Red Eye Shad will easily go 100+ feet. 1 Quote
Super User F14A-B Posted October 18, 2014 Super User Posted October 18, 2014 Braid can also have a learning curve to it, it's a fine outfit you have.. It's going to be a rod @ 1/2 and up to begin with... Try mono or CX .. Give you're self a better/ quicker chance to hone you're skills.. You can get a spare spool and keep a braid ready spool at hand. Of course you can also just knuckle down & learn with braid... You're rod has to load to cast properly. You also need to make sure that spool is full to capacity & not over filled.. Good Luck.. Quote
Jtrout Posted October 18, 2014 Posted October 18, 2014 what quake said I can launch a lipless crankbait so far people ask me how can I cast that far lol having the right setup Quote
Super User WRB Posted October 18, 2014 Super User Posted October 18, 2014 Hello everyone! I'm Gia. Just joined the forum about a week ago. I am not new to fishing but I have never learned how to rig my tackle properly hence my topic question about casting distance. About a month ago I was given a great setup from my mother and best friend. I have a g. loomis greenwater 7' 6" mag-medium rod and a Shimano ci4 3000. I caught two decent size bass the other week, but I noticed I could not cast out far? And I thought to myself that must be odd because I have plenty of line and my rod length is perfect for casting out far. I am confused if its because of the braid itself or could it be maybe the lure weight causing the issue. I am also new to this thing called drag and setting up the drag on a spinning reel. I've noticed when I have cast in my backyard the lure only goes about perhaps 30 feet out. Should I add more weight to my line? Right now I only have a spinning jig on it. If anyone could give me back some feedback that would be great! First, welcome to the BR fishing forums.Your greenwater series Loomis rod is intended for coastal salt water fish, hence green water. The rods rating is rated for salt water type of use, line 10-20 lb, lures 1/4 to 1 1/4 oz would equal a heavy action fresh water spinning rod. Lures in the 3/4 oz are in the mid range and will cast better, 1/4 oz is very light for this outfit, can be cast however. The trick casting lighter lures with heavy action fresh water rod is increasing the amount of line between the lure and rod tip to about 3 feet. The second tip is slowing down your casting action and lob the lure instead of whipping the rod fast. This rod is good for several presentations in fresh water bass fishing. Carolina rigs with 1/2 to 1 oz sinkers. Crank baits with 1/2 to 1 1/4 oz lures. Swimbaits, and wake baits up to 1 1/4 oz are OK. I would set the drag at 3 to 4 lbs with a scale or use dead weight in a plastic bag, 3 to 4 pints of water in plastic bottles works good. You tighten or loosen the spinning reel drag until it starts to slip under the weight. Good luck. Tom Quote
gia.ksu.92 Posted October 19, 2014 Author Posted October 19, 2014 First, welcome to the BR fishing forums. Your greenwater series Loomis rod is intended for coastal salt water fish, hence green water. The rods rating is rated for salt water type of use, line 10-20 lb, lures 1/4 to 1 1/4 oz would equal a heavy action fresh water spinning rod. Lures in the 3/4 oz are in the mid range and will cast better, 1/4 oz is very light for this outfit, can be cast however. The trick casting lighter lures with heavy action fresh water rod is increasing the amount of line between the lure and rod tip to about 3 feet. The second tip is slowing down your casting action and lob the lure instead of whipping the rod fast. This rod is good for several presentations in fresh water bass fishing. Carolina rigs with 1/2 to 1 oz sinkers. Crank baits with 1/2 to 1 1/4 oz lures. Swimbaits, and wake baits up to 1 1/4 oz are OK. I would set the drag at 3 to 4 lbs with a scale or use dead weight in a plastic bag, 3 to 4 pints of water in plastic bottles works good. You tighten or loosen the spinning reel drag until it starts to slip under the weight. Good luck. Tom Thank you everyone for your feedback, BR members! Also Tom, thank you for getting to the specifics, sounds like you have tons of experience! The rod was given to me so I figure I'm just going to work with what I got. I'm going to take your advices and suggestions a shot and see what works best! Again, I can't give enough thanks. It all makes sense now. I'll be coming back soon enough to post how this works for me! Yall are the best! -Gia Quote
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