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murphy617
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 Posted: Thu May 03, 2012 9:16 pm Post subject: shimano citca line??? |
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| hey everyone, great fourum lots of helpful topics!!! thought i could get some decent feedback on this....just got a st. croix triumph baitcast rod with a shimano citca reel and was wondering if 12 lb flouro would be a good choice for line? this is my first set up like this...always been a spin fishing guy. i don't want to be "scared" away from all the birds nests i'm about to encounter!!! will a heavier line be better in this case? say 14 to 17 lb be a better choice? |
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slim2043
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| Posted: Thu May 03, 2012 9:41 pm Post subject: |
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I would start w something like that. Make sure it's cheap. You ARE going to overrun. I guarantee it. There's some tips here and other places online. If you have questions I learned bait casting last year and I love it. I didn't at first believe me I wanted to toss my setup in the lake a few times but totally love it now. It's expanded my arsenal and changed my fishing style. I'd be happy to help ya out
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MarkO
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It really, really depends on what you will be using it for, what your pole is rated for and to a lesser degree (or not) what the line retrieve on your reel is. Its truly dizzying all of different set ups you could have for different situations. For an all around setup though, you should be fine with what you've stated.
Take your time learning the baitcaster. Once you've mastered it, it becomes a kick ass tool in the arsenal. |
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murphy617
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| Posted: Sat May 05, 2012 12:26 pm Post subject: |
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thanks for the tips guys!
slim, where are you in plainville? i work on northwest drive by the airport, and i fish paderski park after work before my softball games at tunxis mead. |
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slim2043
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| Posted: Sat May 05, 2012 2:43 pm Post subject: |
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Im 5 minutes from all that. Let me know when you want to fish
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murphy617
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| Posted: Sun May 06, 2012 5:46 am Post subject: |
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| i'll probably be there tuesday around 3:45 to fish for about an hour before my game. that is if it's not canceled due to rain? |
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chuckc
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| Posted: Sun May 06, 2012 8:19 pm Post subject: |
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I would start with a thicker line like 20#. It is easier to control on a baitcaster until you get the hang of it. Also only use heavy lures at first and practice in your yard before going to the water.
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BassRican
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What type of fish can you find at Paderewski Park? Looking for child friendly & close to home spots for my kids. Thanks.
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