5 Baitcaster Spooling Mistakes (How to Spool a Baitcaster)

In today's viDEBO I'll discuss 5 common baitcaster spooling MISTAKES. I've made all of these mistakes at one time or another in my fishing career. I want to share these tips with beginners in hopes you don't have the same problems that I once had. I'll take you through each mistake and how to fix the issue.
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[@markphilippsjr]

The only reason I picked a baitcaster back up, is because of your three video lesson back in the day..... I currently have five baitcasters. Hands down the best instructional videos out there. 👍

[@DEBOSFishing]

Thank you so much man!

[@johnnytorino9455]

I just watched and I agree.

[@mohtashim5]

I bought my first baitcaster watching your videos DEBO!!!

[@CITYBOY2XX]

I brought one too and I ain't know you have to put in threw the lil hole now I'm a pro at it now after looking at this make sure you set your breaks

[@pacman_17]

Using using tape to prevent backlashing the entire spool is the best tip. I've had success with the 3M Blue masking tape. Also use tape to hold the tag end to the spool when it's not in use.

[@michaeldiaz6308]

Papa Debo still taking us to school. Never get tired of watching these how to viDebo’s. Learned how to adjust my first baitcaster watching these videos. Hope we can see more of these, sir!

[@twiggsherman3641]

Berkley Big Game for beginners. Stuff comes on 1200 yard spools for ten bucks. Has a lot of memory, so every month or so you need to respool, but when you get the hang of casting and want to move to braid, you can use it as a backing to make your braid go further. I literally have had the same backing on one of my reels for four or five years now.

[@richlucas9767]

Thats honestly my exact plan. I just picked up 1st baitcastor, after 50yrs almost using spinning reels. So using the cheaper line to practice, then use whats needed for backing and braid !

[@Fishing-wj7qj]

Dude. I have learned so much from watching you talk us through things!! Keep it up man!

[@Mike-DD214]

Great tip with the tape! Electric tape leaves a residue after some time, use blue painters tape 👍🏼

[@petefasel]

I love the box idea to hold the line! That will make it much easier.

[@Twosevensix]

You are the main reason I love my baitcasters, if it wasn't for you Debo I wouldn't be as educated to the glory of baitcasters, thank you so much dawg!

[@danluther1741]

Spooled dozens of baitcasters hundreds of times & still managed to screw it up last time! Timely vid!! Thanks!

[@alford79]

The tape trick is something i never heard of. Thank you sir.

[@MrBigbadbuck]

I have used that forever or at least since I can remember and it works really well.

[@CITYBOY2XX]

I use the tape on spinning reel after I I tie my knot it's hold up good and your line be nice now bashlash no bird nest try it

[@CITYBOY2XX]

I'm a fishing man I use the tape after I tie my knots it holds in place so it want pop off

[@SMITHII_]

I have one of those cheap suction cup base reel spoolers you can get on Amazon. I broke a rod, so I took off the base of the spooler, cut the rod down to about 2.5 feet, and attached the spooler to the rod. Works perfect.

[@jessegross1269]

I have never had good luck with p line and don't know why ! I really like power pro or seaguar and few others ... great video , you showed me things I didn't know thanks bro !!

[@doeyjiaz4798]

I'm just starting to get into fishing, you helped me spool my new spinner reel and now im gonna try respooling my Dad's 70's baitcaster. Thanks for all the great advice!

[@willtrax71]

Tape on the spool that’s such valuable Intel especially for me be a beginner and fishing the River it’ll be easy to let line out. Such an amazing Channel

[@bankfishinglife9797]

Great tip! The shamano SLX is different they have holes just in the middle of the spool. Hard to get line through to the next hole to tie the line on the spool. I figure out just to stick the line in the hole and reel in. It will layer the line on top of one another then pray I don't get spooled by a big fish 😆

[@dosadosa112]

I spooled it with 8 LB test mono for lighter lures, gave it some practice casts and found that it did cast well kzbin.infoUgkxSlytCJqozTF7EbdP4LWP-HUXf9WRDJ0e , except that the anti-backlash setting had to be turned up almost all of the way to keep the "overcasts' ' down. I disassembled it, and found that if I potted some "shim washers" behind that anti-backlash magnet assembly, it got the magnets closer to the spool without rubbing, and I could get better control with about a 6 to 7 out out 10-Max setting. I also noticed that the handle shaft had some internal end play, maybe only 2 or 3 thousands of an inch, but it's still noticeable. If the anti-backlash and shaft tolerances were "tightened up" this would be a fantastic value. I've only used it for 4 days of fishing in a month's time, but I plan on keeping it.

[@bendbend8348]

The tip on the tape on spool is the best of all for me..thanks a lot 😀😀

[@fatguybassin8046]

Would love to see an update on doing backing I’m fairly new but would like to use that method to make a spool of more expensive line last longer 🎣🎣🔥🔥

[@salamy3335]

I was going to do my baitcaster today.thank you soooo much😃😃

[@stoneysdead689]

I use to use a box like you have and then put tape around my pencil until the spool could turn but not freely- but then it would catch and start spinning the whole pencil and turn over the box- your spool goes rolling off down the hall- man it would make me so mad I used to get super frustrated trying to spool my reels. I think the little spooling station I bought- which is just a rod basically that keeps pressure on the spool so it doesn't turn freely- is one of the best accessories I've ever bought- really comes in handy. It also reduced the amount of tangles and issues I have with my reels, gained me a few feet on my casting- it's really helped me out. I honestly just bought it for convenience, the rest was just an unexpected benefit.

[@fry9000]

Good tips. Tape trick is new to me! Two nickels are are exactly 1/8 thick for a max line capacity reference.

[@trinacria1956]

Just retired relearning how to fish. Thanks for your helpful videos.

[@hbarwickjr]

Well done instructions. The tape trick definitely works. I recommend using clear Scotch tape on the spool to hold back those disastrous backlashes. I put the tape at half spool when spooling the new line, then at about the 3/4 mark. Last I have the tape with me when I go out and cast the 1st time and cast as far safely as possible. Then I pull of a few yards past where I would ever cast out line and put a piece of tape on each side of the lure. This trick I've used for years and has helped immensely. 🎣

[@scottsoucy6186]

Just about any tape will leave a residue on your line. Take a tip from professional photographers and movie crews and get some gaffers tape. Similar to duct tape, very strong and durable but it will not leave any sticky residue.

[@borisdoore1041]

Thanks Debo , I bought first baitcaster a few months ago and have applied your tips to adjust brakes and avoid backlashes and have had pretty good results ( some backlashes , mainly the first week),thanks for sharing :)

[@papilloncycles3463]

I just spooled up a lews lfs with braid, used a couple wraps of Electrical tape to help bed the line and then ran a uni knot and spooled it with hand tension. I hope it works well tomorrow!

[@erikpuga7977]

About to get my first bait caster this pointers will help out a lot ! Good video

[@tysonw1031]

Thanks for the help!! Going to try and spoil up again tomorrow and hopefully stick to trusting a bait cast the same as my spinning rods!

[@0vinnie9]

Awesome idea with the tape on the spool

[@kameronmayes7761]

I wish I saw this before I got a baitcaster. Thx for the tips

[@RadDad5550]

Another great evergreen reminder! Debo's da bomb. Hope you enjoy the rod caddy! 😁

[@paulyludovici]

excellent informative video brother ! I like to use a towel to hold the line so I dont burn my fingers with braid !

[@danielaznar3414]

I miss your because it's so informant on all kinds of products and reels I tell my friends about you and I'm looking forward to see you more new videos

[@dougshelton7656]

Enjoyed the tips and tricks. Always paranoid I'm doing it wrong. Thanks for the video.

[@steezyboiiii808]

ive been fishing for a while and i really want to be a professional and i didnt even know alot of these things thank you for this! wish me the best trying to go pro!

[@bruce5168]

Im a newbie to your site. I just subscribed with watching my fist vid of yours. Been fishing all my life and always had hang ups with baitcasting reels to the throw it in the water/break it over the knee moments lol. I really want to learn a baitcasting reel and all the tricks involved. Yeah the open faced spinning reels are great, but i want to master the baitcasting reel. This first video gave me the confidence to try again!! Excellent video. 👍👍

[@scottphillips2123]

Thanks for all of the good tips. I'm a beginner and I definitely appreciate your info.

[@thebeardedangler8714]

Very helpful! Thank you sir

[@brianlee9074]

Great tips Debo. Thanks for the video man. 🎣👍

[@cjscarborough83]

Some good tips, some that I’m ashamed to say that I was not practicing. 😄 Ever since I was a kid, I’ve always taken my rig outside after spooling new line, tied it to something and stretch the line out to help removed some of the memory. I have no idea if that helps in reality but that’s one thing I still do.

[@joseperez581]

Thanks man, now I’m ready to untangle my bait caster and star from scratch, the right way 🤣

[@JacobE-23]

I feel your pain lol

[@Ruggedjellyfishing]

Honestly if you’re at Cabela’s or Bass Pro buying braid, just ask for the employees to spool the reel using the machine. It’s free of charge and while I can’t speak for every fishing department, but at the Cabela’s I work at,all of the fishing outfitters use the machine for their personal gear, and we take a lot of pride in spooling customer’s reels to the same standards as our own. However, not every fishing department is going to put in as effort as we do. As a general rule though, the smaller locations tend to have fewer staff which means more individual experience on the machine. If you’re not sure just ask if they use the machine for their own stuff.

[@bittermelon4657]

I bought a spool of really good stuff for each, threw them on my baitcasters, went outside and started practicing casts with them. If I spend $25 on a spool of braid to practice with now, later, when I know what I’m doing, it won’t be an issue. Get the basic mechanics down on land until you can cast well. Practice in the water until you know what you’re doing. Then try to actually hook onto some fish and practice that.

[@thebacklasher8426]

Yooo Debo thank you for the tip of using the holes in the spool to bring the line around. That’s genius

[@PierreFiliatreault]

Very informative. Thanks!

[@juanpgonzalez8089]

thanks for the tips Debo 👍🎣

[@justincarnish1233]

The Bill Dance hat is super awesome 👍

[@jo3hamilton]

Great tips, thank you!

[@sarahthacher32]

If you’re spooling with an inexpensive line as backup what knot do you use so that it doesn’t interfere with casting braid or a fluorocarbon?

[@jonhaller9241]

I go with the Alberto knot. It’s quick and easy.

[@tynakagawa6126]

Always giving us some great tips!

[@paultopnotchfishing7506]

Great Video As Always Brother!💯🎣🙌🤘

[@joehunt4506]

Using a terry cloth towel helps with tension when spooling braid. Also crank your drag down as tight as you can

[@STRETCHFishing]

Nice! Great instructions!

[@HawkFishingandOutdoors]

Good vid! I like your spooling setup. I have this little gadget that attaches to my rod, you screw the spool onto it and can manage the tension just by tightening the screw. The only thing I don't like about it is that you have to clamp it to the rod, which always makes me a little nervous. Even though its just a little bit of plastic.

[@davidgreer3058]

Awesome, and very informative

[@mitchellbessolo3424]

Very Very helpful! Thanks

[@forti6957]

Congrats to 100 K subs🥳

[@DiamondHead2010]

I’ve always had trouble with arbor knots I like to double wrap and use a uni knot (a tip I got from ish with fish) Good how to’s for beginners Congrats on the 100k!

[@fishdaddy401]

Thanks for the tips Debo!

[@shannonkirby9295]

As always, thanks, debo

[@vodkalima]

Congrats on the 100k subscribers! I spooled mine with braid and if needed i use a swivel to Mono or Fluoro and reduced the learning curve and very low birdnest ratio.

[@johnnytorino9455]

This guy gets it. I'm hooked.👍

[@rip5666]

Just bought my bait caster. Not sure how it will work in the UK. Thanks for the tips.

[@carlperry5227]

Thanks a lot. I'm still new at using baitcaster reels and needed this video. I messed up recently by putting 20lb braid on my reel and I always backlashed. Someone told me the line was too light.

[@marciel3054]

That’s exactly what I did. Tonight I got a bad backlash and had to cut it all off. I was so mad. So glad I watched this now.

[@danielhedrick9917]

Can you go over how to put on backing... how much do you put on, what do you use for backing, when do you use backing, what knot do you use for backing to main line, do you put tape on or anything either on the spool or between the backing and main line, etc.

[@brandonwalmsley1863]

Tip 5 would have saved me some money end of last season! I forgot to set my brakes before casting. Had to cut out all of the line.

[@bnasty2306]

Love these tips !! 🔥🔥😎😎

[@lapescuitcubucsa3627]

I had x4 braid on my baitcaster , and idk what happends but my braid seems to untangle , like it just rips in 4 lines , and the braid is really good

[@irezumekingston2953]

Congrats on 100k subs.

[@donpadawan]

Put your line in a bowl of warm water before spoiling for a bit. Then spray line conditioner on your casting spool intermittently 💪

[@johnmccusker459]

Spooled my abu Garcia Blackmax with 14 pound Cajun mono and learned how to use a baitcaster just fine

[@soseriousc8471]

what about starting with mono or braid u just spooled it up with the same line ?

[@bassnutz3200]

Great info, nicely presented.

[@stevesmith7164]

Good tips. Thanks

[@synaptik111]

Great video and a idea with the electrical tape Debo! I wish I would've done that when I was learning to throw a baitcaster - would've saved me a lot of time unraveling bird's nests lol And congrats on 100k subs!

[@jerher-ik9ly]

I just hawk tuah the reel and it works!!

[@rodroyal1779]

Put the filler spool in your shoe. Keeps tension on it and it doesn't go flying across the room. Spool new line 24 hours before you go fishing especially with mono and fluro. Developers line memory which helps with backlashed.

[@shawnomack45]

Braided line on temu is on a dollar or 2 and its actually really good. I got a bunch of there fishing gear and its all actually good

[@WesternSpy714s]

I use the berkley portable line spooling station

[@rocketwadster4535]

Spooled up a brand new bait caster at lunch today - brakes on full, and tension properly set, and still bird nest all the way down to the reel on the second cast (first cast was perfect). No idea why. Walked back to car and drove to store and bought a spincaster

[@bigmikenicholson8596]

Thank you brother it really helped, also love the vids man they are very informative, also 6th sense cranking would be an awesome vid and how to choose the right colors would really help me thanks bro keep up the awesome work

[@kevingrandke6075]

Hey Debo! I, like most, have picked up the baitcaster because of your very detailed and informative. I have gained more confidence with mine after using spining rods for more than 30 years. What kind of tape would you suggest using, I dont want to use gaffers tape nor electrical since both of those get nasty when hot. masking tape or regular clear tape I feel might not be strong enough. Would you suggest after the long cast to pull some extra out 6-9 feet extra then use tape?

[@alcav54]

I’ve been using the Berkley Spooling station for years. Have never had an issue and it costs less than $30

[@robertstephens4294]

This was a good video. I have learned, however, sometimes you have to look at the frame of the reel. Because at a 1/8” sometimes the line might hit against the cross frame. This will cause drag and shorten the length of the cast.

[@FernandoLopez-ki8fx]

Awesome!!! Helpful video man!! What was that liquid you said that you use?

[@FirstAlarm59]

Thanks for this video

[@Justin-tp3lr]

I've never used the tape trick on mono but I have with braid.. we all know how bad a backlash with braid is.. easy way to spool a spinning reel is to always spool it with the label side up to make sure it goes on correctly.

[@willtrax71]

Is Braided Line harder to control than Monofilament? I just got back into Fishing after over a few Decades and have never used Braided Line and can actually remember when Spider Wire first came out lol but I’ve never used any. Thank you for the Video Semper Fidelis

[@unluckymercenary9315]

great video. question, lets say i spooled mono backing and then braided line on the reel but i left a bit more than 1/8 in of space between the top of the spool and the line; can i tie a double uni knot to add more braided line to the existing line? in order to have app. 1/8 in of space? or what are my options?

[@jamesvan2201]

I can attest, if you do not set your brakes properly and tweak everything, line will unravel in the spool and you will have to cut everything out. Mine somehow got knotted and i couldnt just back the line out. I had to use a utility knife to cut it all out and respool.

[@RGT1882]

thank you for the info that's helped me a lot. should you tighten the drag as much as you can? I just got into using a baitcaster in the last 2 months and had academy put on the braid, but will be doing it myself from now on like I do with my spinning reels.

[@CrunkyOMan83]

I also use the clinch knot

[@benpritchett65]

I've always used braid even starting and find it less of a hassel to get knots out than mono lol other than my opinion this is a great video and definitely learned some things!

[@krustysurfer]

Depends on the PE braid you use

[@Hayes_Henderson_Outdoors]

Thanks for the vid

[@williamtomlin192]

Thanks for info

[@hawk362]

THank you so much.

[@nuduce123]

The biggest trick about a baitcast is being humble. I have been using them for years and still do these small stupid things.

[@jasonbox3815]

Was reading about adding mono line on baitcaster first before putting braided line on reel due to line slipping - can you comment on this?

[@kevininellijay]

Thank you

[@louismartinez159]

Thanks buddy