Mastering The Art Of Fishing With A Spinning Reel: Expert Tips And Tricks

[@Metalhead2399]

Watched this half a dozen times, bought a cheap pole, went to lake for a week and caught 11 fish! 2 Large Mouth Bass!!, Thank You! i could hear you in my head the whole time casting !

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Nice job!

[@usmanthegamer1495]

My guy this helped me soo much because no one in my whole house knew how to use a reel but i then realised, because of you, that the line was not underneath the holder. Thank you!!!

[@manoffire45]

finally oh my god thank you so much i literally am picking up a fishing rod for the first time and i almost broke my rod out of anger because i could not figure out how to use a spinning reel. you are my Savior best beginners video EVER!!!

[@rosewood513]

I feel the same way, what an amazing video....

[@ruredyhiphop]

Great explanation!! I poured over a dozen videos and yours was the first to explain the “line roller”. I was about to go back to the store and embarrass myself. THANKS!!

[@dgimpossibleman]

Thank you for this. Haven't fished much since I was a kid, now my son and daughter are interested. I picked up a bargain on a pole with a spinning reel and wanted to catch on quick. I watched you, ran out to my large side lot with only a sinker on the line and learned. My son is jealous because the pole is very flashy looking se he immediately picked it up and I taught him what you taught me. Thanks again!

[@thedon9670]

Best tutorial I've seen online. Good job man.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Glad it helped

[@nocent904]

thanks a lot! I admittedly have to confess that I gated spinning rods in all my years because I simply didn't know how to use them. thanks for this video. very thorough instructions! much appreciated

[@CommentFactsAndNotNegativity]

I'm 61 years old, don't fish much, and have never been shown how to operate my reel. Yes sad, but really happy you've taught me how. Better late than never. Just finished switching my handle to the other side! Thank-you. You may want to add a segment on the Anti-reverse switch - I had not idea about this either.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Got one here. Thanks kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZWVp6iDiZxojdE

[@WestBeachFLboy]

Subscribed. Best short, sweet, and to the point informational video I've ever seen

[@RS-ig1zr]

The best instruction. Took a lot of notes. Thank you.

[@munjuan6626]

HOLY COW I HAD NO IDEA YOU COULD SWITCH THE HANDLES SIDES. THANK YOU

[@dirtymeza5212]

This is legit the best video I have found. Learned to fish on a push button pole and had a problem trying to learn how to cast. GREAT VIDEO

[@wongchoi162]

Hi Chris, thank you for the information, it help me alots to teaching my 5 yrs old son how to use the fishing poke and spinning rod. we,re going to first time fishing in half moon bay (California) next week. Cheers...

[@rosewood513]

OMGsh, I can't believe this. You are amazing... For whatever reason I don't remember I was not taught the proper way. It is so simple I am kicking myself. I could never master the cast and with just 2 minutes if your video I know how... I just went out and practiced and I got it now. As a kid I was the one catching all the fish but with a reel. Once I went to a spinner I could catch any fish... I now live very close to the Tennessee River so now I can get back to one of my loves, fishing...... thanks so much

[@rglinehan]

This video was perfect, Thank you! My wife surprised me with a cheap south bend spinner today and I needed to know how to use it, hit youtube and found this and it was absolutely perfect.

[@JFoxTN]

Excellent instruction and presentation. Thank you.

[@hthemedic]

literally saved me, im going fishing tomorrow and this has helped me a lot

[@lizhernandez6464]

Ww

[@curtismcelroy756]

Thank you for great advise I will go and practice as I was doing just what you said not to do

[@cagrozgen6113]

Clear explanation, Chris. Thanks. Could you please tell me what is the combination of rod, reel and braid used in this video?

[@CaptChrisMyers]

That is a Daiwa Procyon 2500 with 10lb braid. That rod was a Shimano 7'6" Terramar that is much heavier than I typically use now for inshore fishing. As the years have gone on , I have used lighter tackle, both rods and reels.

[@cagrozgen6113]

@@CaptChrisMyers Hi Chris, thanks a lot for your swift response. I've sent a seperate e-mail to your [e-mail] e-mail adress and would be glad if you could response. Thanks again for all; have a nice day.

[@pepperdog3761]

short and very informative.....no nonsense tutorial...thank you

[@shirleywilkes8263]

Thank you so much for doing this tutorial. I picked up the old spinning reel that I never could figure out and went step by step with you and it. Now I finally feel like I have enough confidence to use it all by myself.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Glad it helped. Thanks

[@mohamedbejaoui1488]

Thank you for the tips , you're being helpful even in the other side of the world (Tunisia/ Africa) 😊

[@FOXY-2023]

Great video . Thanks. Newbie to fishing

[@SevenOaksEqCtr]

Thank you so much for this fantastic video! I had no idea how to use a spinning reel.

[@lamariousthompson7477]

Awsome vid it was so helpful thank you so much but where should I put my hand if I can't reach the string

[@CaptChrisMyers]

La'Marious Thompson Hold the reel between your 4th and 5th finger. I will be putting out a video on holding the reel in a couple days.

[@aarondavid826]

great video, about to buy my first spinning real, gonna get a light rod with light line for use in small creeks

[@bobrucker535]

Great video. Lots of good detail for a beginner. Appreciate it.

[@xdevildoc69]

Thank you for the video. Really informative and keeps me from looking too much like a newbie!

[@k.andregladden6195]

Very Good Video. One of the better How Too Videos.

[@facebookspjmoi]

Thank YOU for your help! Why can't anyone else 1. Photograph on the right side of the hands and rod! 2. Explain and show properly. Thanks again!! Happy Fishing!

[@chesterhutchinson]

best video on beginning spin reel... thanks

[@Tom-wm2rf]

You can set your drag (I think it's the drag the dial on the top of the reel) but I don't know if it should be tight or loose. I'm going after stocked trout in ponds mostly and don't know where to set it, but would I change that setting if I went to a stream or river? In ponds I'm usually using a bait like corn, worms, or powerboat... In streams I think I would rig a lure but not sure how all of those situations could change that drag setting.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

The drag setting depends on the line strength and if you will be fishing around heavy cover or structure. - kzbin.info?o=U&video_id=DvCLrrnTONI

[@diktwist1459]

Never knew this before!!!! Got my first ever spinner reel and was curious how to cast since I grew up using the ole thumb button reels. Thanks

[@Max47340]

Great video for beginners!

[@kimbruns2084]

Nice video! Thanks Chris!

[@TastyChickenWing]

Thanks for the video chris. I'm going to lanzarote In a few months and was wondering which lures would be ideal for fishing in the Canary Islands (Atlantic). Examples of lures would be fantastic if you have time to respond. Only just found your channel and I have to say... It is fantastic. Thanks. Allan.

[@Kamal-xq3cx]

very clear and valuable instructions

[@fireinc.4436]

Thank you! I had no idea about spinning reels, especially the line roller. I was trying to figure this out but kept messing up. Thanks

[@Dossary001]

Nice and clear explanation i like it and i have learned new things. Thanks

[@johngeldenhuys2158]

Hi Chris , if the rod is designed to bend down towards the eye, how then does this affect the rods performance on a multiplier reel as you cast with the eyes facing upwards and reel in with the eyes facing downwards ? I inherited both types and want to use both do I need special rods for each type of reel?

[@u00drk1]

when you flip the bail closed in the air, do you do it right before it hits the water? like when do you do it when its in the air?

[@silverforever15]

Im fixing to go buy one , what brand do you recommend?

[@pantsula82]

Good vid !! Can I ask what rod you used during this video ?? thnx.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Shiman Terramar 7'4"

[@pantsula82]

Thanks Chris cheers for tip ;) regards from Greece

[@CaptChrisMyers]

What kind of fish will you be targeting?

[@jpatrick1967]

How much line should you have out in front of the last guide before casting? Does that matter? Also, do you close the bail AFTER the lure hits the water or right before it does?

[@CaptChrisMyers]

I close it after it hits cause I stop the line with my finger as it hits. I keep about 18" outside the tip

[@jmoakley1]

What type (size) rod would you use for Alabama bass and bream?

[@CaptChrisMyers]

I would get a 7 or 7.5 ft medium action rod with a 2500 reel and 10lb braid. I use the Falcon Coastal Medium Gulf Spin 76M

[@foskco3]

how do you like the daiwa procyon?? thinking of getting one

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Love it

[@NolanA30]

Just bought first spinning reel, it came with line already but not fully set up. Do you have video how to properly set up spinning reel rod ...never used this type before, only push button rod.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6GVi5eJoa6airc kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHi3hoKjh9NgjJY

[@CaptChrisMyers]

I use Falcon Coastal medium gulf spin rods and 2500 Daiwa Procyon reels

[@NumbLock]

very clear video. thanks!

[@tarheel2704]

Hey Chris, nice helpful video. I just bought a Shakespeare lake/pond combo ( 6' two piece rod and a 30 size open reel). My first one, I use bait casters and a couple of closed spinners. This open face gave me a headache at first, bird nests all around the set-up. Patience prevailed though and now I switched sides on the handle, big difference. It came with 10lb mono and I'm thinking of putting braid instead, any thoughts ? Thanks again MTB

[@carlosMartinez-kl5yv]

Thanks, very informative 👌👍👌👍

[@CaptChrisMyers]

I don't do it that way but some people do. You would want to do it just as the bait is landing or a split second before.

[@peterwhelan9657]

I purchased a pink soft plastic squid lure are they good for trouting

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Where are you fishing?

[@peterwhelan9657]

Chris Myers ponds and lakes

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Not sure I can help you with that one. Squid are usually for saltwater but presentation and location are often far more important than lure style or color.

[@ninefoyanyann]

What are the two settings for below the reel? The switch that goes left & right.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

ninefoyanyann It is called the anti-reverse switch. It allows the handle to turn in both directions. i highly recommend not touching it.

[@TheCodesterr]

+Chris Myers what direction do you recommend? Locked?

[@CaptChrisMyers]

+Cody Smith Always locked or the drag will not be engaged.

[@TLLXIV]

Thanks for the video but how do I keep my line from tangling

[@CaptChrisMyers]

minecraft kid Tangling around what? i have a video about the line wrapping the tip and one about knots near the spool called line management

[@kirkharrison5413]

ive used one of these reels for years now, but after watching this video i realize ive been using it wrong for years. after watching the right way im looking forward to actually fishing instead of spending all my time untangling the line and taking out knots. its like spin casting for dummies

[@nasserkuzbari2205]

Thank you for the information.

[@FarmDad]

Great explanation

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pattygutierrez4860]

Thanks so much for this video!!

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Glad it was helpful!

[@randallhelton6011]

very informative.thank you

[@matty_o]

Damn who are you? Super awesome tips man. Loved it

[@MrJohnnys180sx]

Love the info you just shared

[@ryzbang]

Thank you for useful information!

[@j.wilcox1649]

Great Video!

[@CaptChrisMyers]

+JJ Wilcox Thanks

[@RW2709]

I am Catching more trout thanks two your video my friend.........

[@sethj6483]

Where do you catch these trout

[@risvirafiudeen1371]

Thank you so much

[@johnnynawa]

Thanks for the tip

[@DenaDarvish]

Thanks Captain!

[@jpatrick1967]

I know you touched on it here, but why do some people cast their line out with the guides pointing up? I always see that on TV and can never figure that out.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

If you have a closed face spin casting reel or a baitcasting reel your guides would be on the top of the rod. With an open face spinning reel they would always face down unless it is being used improperly.

[@znovosad555]

I haven't used one in so long I forgot how to use one. Been using a spin cast and baitcaster. But I want to step away from spincast

[@atmfree2325]

Thanks man!

[@CaptChrisMyers]

You bet!

[@robertbrandywine]

I've found I can't reach the line with the larger spinning reels -- like say, 4000 and up. I guess I need to experiment with my hand position.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

+Robert Brandywine I do it with 6000 size for tarpon. I hold the reel between my last two fingers

[@charliemugz5112]

Gracias 🙏🏽

[@woo216]

Thank you

[@CodeOneGaming32]

Where in FL are u

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Nahum Daniel I fish the east central coast. Mosquito Lagoon and Indian River

[@user-du4qt3io7y]

You can switch sides on almost all of them except for some like the penn 704z's lol

[@lena5242]

Thanks!

[@Joetheg1]

so if Im right handed i gotta get the pole where i gotta reel it in with my left hand.. ???But im faster reeling in with my right hand.. lol

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Millions of right handers have no problem turning the handle with their left hand. Unlike a fly reel which you need to turn quickly, a spinning reel goes around 5-6 times for each turn of the handle. All spinning reels come with the handle on the left because most people a right handed.

[@Joetheg1]

Ok Thanks bud. .

[@silverTabbed]

I've also seen some anglers say that you can use whichever hand you feel faster with. There are plenty of people who cast with one hand, then switch hands and reel with the same hand. I do.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

In many fishing situations, switching hands does not matter. When sight fishing saltwater flats, I have seen it cost many people a quality shot at the fish because as they were switching hands the lure was not moving and dropped out of their sight. Then They were unable to move it in front of the fish and watch it drop exactly in their path. For an example, see my how to cast to tailing redfish video and apply that to a moving target - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqS1gIqwibaopdE

[@CaptChrisMyers]

With a spinning reels, the rod giudes go on top of the rod. With a baitcasting reel, the guides go on the bottom. These rods are only designed to be used with one type or the other. You could not use the samew rod for both kinds of reels.

[@BVGF10001]

Thank u sir..im subscribe ur channel..👍

[@alecnonyah1965]

I cast right handed and reel right handed :/ is that bad.

[@FruityBoy11]

Thanks

[@marcosalazar5333]

thanks you

[@CaptChrisMyers]

I use Daiwa reels.

[@Dellvincent94]

Nice daiwa reels

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

What else can you use a spinning reel for?

[@CaptChrisMyers]

The smaller guides will cut down you distance and the rods are designed to bend the opposite way of a spinning rod. I would suggest getting another rod. It will work much better.

[@CaptChrisMyers]

Thanks. Glad it helped. Check out my playlist for some vids on how to cast a spinner better.

[@Respekweed]

SMART DUDE!

[@louisianaguy2661]

I never used these reels because I never could figure them out. After watching the video, I am sure that I will never use one. Those things look like they are way too much trouble. I will stick with my spincast reel. I have used an inexpensive Zebco 33 for many years and you cannot get any simpler.

[@robertbrandywine]

+Jeep Guy I've used them a lot too; they're underrated and disparaged unnecessarily, but they do have very slow retrieve ratios. I believe they are 3.8:1 whereas most spinning reels are at least 5:1. You have to reel like mad to keep a buzz bait or soft body frog on the surface. They're also bulky and that weight is above the rod. Spinning reels are easy to use, really. He can make it seem complicated but those are advanced techniques. Just to start it takes very little time to get the hang of the basics and you can do a whole lot with the basics.

[@louisianaguy2661]

+Robert Brandywine A couple of months ago, I bought a spinning reel as I was determined to learn to use it and become proficient with it. After an hour of so of casting with it, I have figured it out and I have actually gotten pretty good with it. My old Zebco 33 is still easier to use, but the spinning reel is not too bad once I have practiced with it for a while.

[@oddriceman]

I’m right handed bit can’t fish with my left hand to reel😂

[@NSton3]

I literally just clicked on this bc I saw someone use it with the reel above the rod and cringed. Just had to make sure I wasn’t tweaking

[@broox2644]

god bless

[@Theofortitudo]

Eat mor chicken

[@acecriss9326]

I hate spinning reels.

[@hcazonis]

Took my brand new Battle II 5000 for a spin yesterday for the very first time and I hooked a 20lb yellowtail using a Ugly Stik X2 (medium hard) rod kzbin.infoUgkxM68VkfsQhHaabDce1IwOCXuvumcpbZ_k . This combo was recommended on some website and it did not disappoint me. The reel is smooth, the drag click is pretty cool cause i think it adds to the excitement of fighting the fish, personally the drag is my favorite part. I use braid and 300 yards will fill the entire spool. This combo is my main setup from now on although I have to disclose I am new to fishing.

[@gangazo]

Thanks