bait running

bigadcock06 · Post by **bigadcock06** » Tue Jan 23, 2007 12:10 am

what rod/reel are you using to run the bait with? how much line is necessary to get btb? I am new to running the bait and was just wondering if i should upgrade to a much bigger reel....thanks for any advice

Mythman · Post by **Mythman** » Tue Jan 23, 2007 7:29 am

Usually are using 10-12' rods and heavy reels that will handle 20-30 lb line. You would need at least 200 yds of line, I would think, unless you just want to fish the 1st gut......although at times the first gut is a real producer.

Must be prepared to catch a 25-50lb fish in the winter and larger in the summer when the sharks are around.

bigadcock06 · Post by **bigadcock06** » Tue Jan 23, 2007 7:37 am

thanks for the help! good to know!

bigfost · Post by **bigfost** » Fri Feb 02, 2007 8:16 am

The size reel you need depends on how far you plan to run your baits, and what species you're fishing for.

I run redfish baits between 150 and 350 yards. For the shorter distances, I'll just use my regular surf casting reels, for the longer baits, I use a Penn Jigmaster and a Daiwa SHV 40. Both reels have 150 yards of braid under a mono topshot.

For sharks, I use the Jigmaster and a 4/0 Special Senator. I might run the 4/0 out 400 yards.

Many folks use reels up to 12/0 for sharks, and run baits out several hundred yards.

You might want to use this rule of thumb: for reds, add 50 yards to the distance you want to run the baits. For sharks, add at least 100 yards.

That will give you a ballpark idea what size reels you need. The Jigmaster is a good all around reel, especially if you use braid and mono.

bigadcock06 · Post by **bigadcock06** » Fri Feb 02, 2007 8:43 am

thanks for the info bigfost