Spinning reel casting distance???

[ILfisherman]

As of right now, my main setup is a baitcaster. I love the distance I get on casts and the ability to thumb the line and "feel" whats going on with my lure. I recently bought a spinning rod and reel combo from BPS. It doesn't even compare to the distance I get on the baitcaster. For instance, when using the same rig, the baitcaster casts much farther. Is this common for all spinning reels? I know the more weight on the line, the longer the cast, but is there any way to adjust the spinning reel to cast further? Thanks for any help

[burleytog]

Does the lure and line you are using fall within the rod's specs?

[ILfisherman]

yep...

[Marty]

but is there any way to adjust the spinning reel to cast further?

No. The mechanics of the reel have nothing to do with casting. Casting distance is a function of the lure's weight and profile, the line diameter, how full the spool is, the rod length and other characteristics plus the reel spool diameter, and, of course, the person's casting technique. All other things being equal, a bigger diameter spool will cast farther.

[ILfisherman]

ahh, thanks!