(Newswire.net — October 3, 2020) — Are you considering the idea of using a spinning rod? If you answered “yes”, stick around. We’ll be taking a look at the pros and cons of using one.
In this battle between the spinning rod vs. casting rod, it’s hard to choose a side. But once you get a good idea of which one will work best for you personally, you might be content with it for life. And you might find long-term success on the water with it.
If you are looking to do some fishing on the water and have a hard time choosing a rod that will work for you, no need to worry. This pros and cons write up will give you some time to mull over your decision on whether or not a spinning rod is a good option. Let’s dive right in and explain what a spinning rod is before getting to the meat of it.
What Is A Spinning Rod?
A spinning rod is the type of fishing rod that uses a spinning reel. What you’ll notice is that there is a mechanism that spins whenever you cast or reel in your fishing line. One of the things that makes this rod stand out is that it’s effective when using lures that are light in weight.
Depending on the size, you can be able to catch some pretty good sized fish (less than 10 pounds) with a spinning rod. Especially if you are using a heavier line. The thicker, the better.
Also, a larger spinning reel will make sure that your line goes out farther when you cast it. You can be able to cast your bait with finesse whenever you are using plastic lures and the like. If you are also planning on doing some topwater fishing, a spinning rod might be the perfect choice.
Pros of A Spinning Rod
It can handle the wind: If you are fishing on a windy day, then a spinning rod is exactly what you need. That’s because this type of rod handles this kind of weather because of its versatility. Even with lures on the other end, it can handle nature’s wind speeds better than anything else.
Easier to control: Retaining control of your fishing rod is key. With a spinning rod, it will be way easier. Also, in case you run into errors, you can quickly correct them without suffering any additional consequences. Thus, it is this reason why it’s one of the best rods a newbie angler can put to good use.
They are accurate: Compared to their baitcaster counterparts, they are just as accurate (if not more). In terms of casting it in the spot you want regardless of distance, you can land it right on the money. Of course, the accuracy is much better when you use a lighter lure.
Cons Of A Spinning Rod
Not easy to use in difficult water conditions: You could be in a pond that is murky, loaded with lily pads and tall grass. A spinning rod won’t be as easy to operate in these kinds of water conditions. The accuracy might not be as great compared to being in better water conditions.
Not suitable for fish less than 10 pounds: Yes, you can catch some big fish on a spinning rod. But the problem is that it won’t be suited for the monsters that are north of ten pounds. It has less torque and strength to handle a heavyweight fight with the bigger fish. Think of it like a welterweight going up against a heavyweight in boxing. It’s not going to end well for the fighter who is smaller in size.
Final Thoughts
If you want to catch some good sized fish while getting better accuracy and easier controls, a spinning rod might be exactly what you are looking for. There is no doubting its ability on the water when you want to catch trout or even small-sized bass. If you are starting out with angling and just want to stick to catching the lighter weight fish, a spinning rod does get the job done.