How To Use A Baitcaster: The Basics

[@TheFishinPastor]

1 million views!!! I can’t believe it. I haven’t posted a video for a few years but this one keeps getting views. Thank you all for watching and for the kind words and support. God bless

[@trouthunter.3201]

What baitcaster is that? And is their any one you'd suggest for a new bass fisher. Great vid thanks for explaining this rod style. Ps I'm primarily a fly fisher, so fairly new to rod and reel types.

[@misutasca1692]

You should start posting again :)

[@Rich1e_P]

You deserve it brother! Thanks for the help!

[@baileyvalter735]

It's the best vid under the search ofc it's getting tons of views thank you for helping us all out with our baitcasters

[@guilloryboy_4098]

Congratulations 🎉

[@omarhernandez1766]

this is proabably the best baitcatser totourial

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Omar keepin it real thanks for the compliment.

[@sataycomodo]

So now you need a spelling TUTORIAL

[@TheFishinPastor]

Please be respectful towards each other

[@Tomekkplk]

Mister Ezlan he needs a tutorial on how to spell tutorial

[@분파-t7e]

Excuse me one baitreel gift plz

[@kirkc2781]

I rewatch this every year just as a reminder before I get out... I know it bit it's such a great refresher after a long cold winter.

[@acerview77ctre]

Wow just seeing this out of the box kzbin.infoUgkxQr1yd4Zc6qJF-scTB6Zb9dQbVpviuRxB recommend I have yet to fish with this set up, but based on the first hands on appeal, I can tell this is going to change the way i pack and carry to a whole new level. If you fish like i do, you know the smaller and less stuff the better. I’ve added a photo of just some of my gear so you can see how serious i am about fishing.

[@carlocross7769]

I remember watching this video a few years back, I can honestly say this is the best explanation on how to use a baitcaster on the entire internet. 💯

[@stephengray2281]

I got my first baitcaster recently, I was a bit reluctant about my purchase since I've been using spinning gear also, but I'm really excited to use it after watching your tutorial, you're very clear and knowledgeable, thank you!

[@jimdaily5808]

Just make sure you try to throw on land at home with a crapoy lure. Heavier lures are easier to throw at first I'd start with something at 1 Oz. Make sure you keep your thumb on the line at first everytime you cast and slowly start to let your thumb off you'll figure it out pretty quickly it took me 3 times at about 20 min each to get the hang of it basically

[@kevinbled9357]

7:48 I love how he said "I can cover more water with a baitcaster I think". Best line ever.

[@g_gaming2893]

One of the best educational videos on this subject, quick, clear which good visuals and excellent explanations! Thank you sir!

[@Dirt-Tracks-Better]

I got my first baitcaster not long ago. I couldn’t find a good video for so long I quit trying. I finally got up and decided I wanted to try it. I watched this video and it’s casting great!!! NO BIRDNESTS!!!! Thanks you so much!!

[@doomsday5375]

them birds nests are no joke 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hk93shooter]

im 43 and just getting back into fishing. last time i owned a rod was 30 years ago at camp. lol trying to learn all i can want to get a boat and start the second half of my life, fishing and relaxing. thanks for the instruction.

[@anzyondierya3421]

hk93shooter Have fun!

[@karolmaszczyk6346]

I've been looking for a tutorial like this since like forever! I love how you explained everything sooo clearly! Thank you!

[@jipstips]

Bro, ive watched a million “how to’s” on baitcasters. You are THE ONLY ONE who explained “you want your spool to stop as soon as the bait hits the ground/water”. Thank You! Subscribed! 👍🏼💯

[@snhangler5255]

I just picked up a silver max today, watched your video and in six casts it was dialed in and casting like butter. Thank you for the intro to baitcasters it was extremely helpful.

[@ThatSB]

This guy left out the whole thumbing of the spool. You dont need to set your tension so tight that it stops on the end of the cast. You use your thunb to slow it

[@TheFishinPastor]

@@ThatSB I have another video where I go into feathering.

[@thelittlestmig3394]

I got my first caster yesterday and didn't have time to learn anything. Ran with all brakes at factory settings and just thumbed it the old way. This tutorial taught me what I feel I need to learn before my next trip to the lake. Thank you man.

[@graysonmorrow1406]

Best beginner video ever!! I was having trouble with the reel still spinning when the lure hit the water and I was getting really annoyed and wanted to go back to spinner. Great tips! Listen to this man

[@pooroldgreyhaireddaddy]

I'll add to this (6 years late). I'm just getting into baitcasting and sought out a pile of tutorials on this and I've found the best by far. This one. Thank you.

[@OfficialEvanderG]

You took me deep in details. I haven't used a bait caster and I already know how to use one. Thank you bro God bless

[@jacksonmneal4727]

Every other tutorial is complicated but yours is amazingly paced and now I know how to use me baitcaster

[@angeljimenez971]

Had so much trouble with bird nests. Thanks for this video. Very helpful.

[@r.s.9231]

I bought a baitcaster 2 years ago and after the first three birds nest I was done with it. I was about to purchase a new spinning reel when I thought, let me see if I'm doing something wrong with it. This video showed me that my fishing knowledge is far from experienced. I am now a baitcaster fan. Great video !!!!!!!!

[@Psychoti]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Going over the brakes, tension, etc has really helped me. I have to deal with nerve damage in both hands so it's been difficult using my baitcaster - I actually went back to spincast for a time.

[@Jake-hb8er]

This was actually very helpful. I didn’t know what a lot of the parts were and you explained them very well! Thanks

[@razorbabackhairshaver3443]

BEST video on baitcaster setup! I think the drag setting is overlooked. The drag is so the fish can run with your line and not break it. Some people allow the same max weight of the line, by putting a 10lb weight on the end on 10lb line and making sure drag occurs (line pulls out by fish) so you don't break it.

[@DomonicGrow]

Yeah but you can only do that if you know exactly what lb. fish you're going to catch! lol. But good idea anyways!

[@williamraftery9734]

I set my drag at a third of breaking strain of line I'm using. Rarely have to adjust it

[@alienh1701]

I just got a nice gift card from my church and I spent it on an Abu Garcia bait caster! I am so grateful that you made this video. From one pastor to another, Happy Fishing and may the Lord bless you and your church.

[@TheFishinPastor]

+alienh1701 Nice! My first bait caster was an abu Garcia that was a gift from some of my members.

[@christianingersoll8434]

Great video Bro!! Never before used a baitcaster and now I feel like this tutorial has given me the confidence to have a great day of fishing with my new lews.

[@weisswurstfruhstuck8523]

This is seriously the first explanation on any video who explains that the spool brake is for the beginning and the other brake for at the ends of your throws. Like this you know finally what you are doing there not just playing around. Well done !!!! Thanks a lot. Very very helpful! ☺️🙏🏻

[@TheFishinPastor]

Thanks everyone for helping reach over 100k views on this video. I appreciate all of the likes and comments as well. Glad to know that this video has helped so many. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@chrislour8938]

Duuude thank you so much, your video has all the information we need(spinning reel freaks) lol seriously though man you knocked it out the park with this video.

[@TheFishinPastor]

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@lonesteelwolfjacksonlonewo3412]

thanks brother for sharing this video and info unfortunately I can't afford the expensive bait caster set up so I have my good ol Wal-Mart cheap spinning. Set up lol but this was informative and interesting to watch and a blessingcould you do a video on how to fish a spinner bait and whopper plopper thanks bro god bless I had a suggestion maybe before the end of your vids you could read a scripture or verse from the bible just a suggestion thanks for sharing god bless

[@TheFishinPastor]

You should check out KastKing. I’m a brand ambassador for them. They make quality products at low prices. Thanks for watching.

[@jasonbascom4844]

The Fishin' Pastor this is the best video on baitcasters it helped me a ton so thank you so much!! Just got a new Lews reel after using spinning gear for 3 years

[@yumacubs]

Here's a comment you could leave on the video: Fantastic tutorial! This is easily one of the best baitcaster guides I've come across. I recently made the switch from spinning gear to a baitcaster, and while I was initially hesitant about the change, your clear and knowledgeable presentation has really boosted my confidence. Thanks for such a helpful video!

[@Muffslapp]

This is such a helpful and well thought out video. You cover all of the questions I had and made it easy to understand for a total newbie. Thank you for this!

[@ianroberts2121]

To the Fishin’ Pastor. Thanks, at last, an experienced tutor who admits to he still suffers with bird’s nests with baitcasters. Great tutorial. I will keep watching. Cheers

[@ThatGuyJayDub]

Watching in 2024 trying to learn because all my friends who said they would help....didn't

[@christopherboblitz3215]

I watched this video and then picked up a bait caster set up. I came home and watched the video again. I set up the reel, and I am casting well. I am so glad you made this video. Super helpful, and you kept the concepts simple.

[@rip5666]

Opened my eyes. Bait caster. I've just seen the future. John Ness. FIFE. SCOTLAND.

[@ianstevens1780]

I have been fishing for over 10 years and just got my 1st bait Castor and this video is the best video I have watched on how to learn

[@Goldenkryptonite999]

Pastor thank you for helping exorcise the bird nest demon 😈

[@wertz987]

I just got a new baitcaster. I haven't been fishing in over 20yrs and forgot how these work. You did an excellent job of explaining.

[@owendaly3543]

I’m a veteran of the bait caster and you did a very good job explaining

[@TheFishinPastor]

Thank you

[@wms7004]

I like that you don't act like an "expert" know it all. Very basic video, really helped. God bless.

[@billlucas4831]

G'day David, thanks for this excellent tutorial on bait casting. I've been really apprehensive about moving to this style of fishing for fear of the dreaded bird's nest. Your step by step explanation of both the reel components as well as the four techniques has really helped allay my fears. It's early morning here in Australia and I'm about to drive 80 miles to pick up my first bait caster rod, a Daiwa Heartland Rod XA701 MFB, 10 - 17 lb line rating which is a discontinued model but I got it for a song :-) well I did also have to throw in a few bucks cos my singing aint that great. Anyway, I'm looking forward to getting my Daiwa Zillion reel from the states as you guys have some bargains going over there. I'll search out some of your other vids. Keep up the great work. regards from the land Down Under.

[@danielhead8112]

This is the more plain and straightforward video on this topic. Thank you so much

[@Gottaculat]

I'd been using one of those old Johnson enclosed reels for about 25 years, just press and hold the button, then release button at apex of cast. Done. Sadly, it's a fairly light weight reel, and after moving to Washington state, I needed something more robust. I picked up a new Abu Garcia Silver Max (no user manual for some reason), got it spooled up with 20 lb line, and drove out to a local fishing spot. Bird's nest after bird's nest. I was pissed, and thought the reel had been improperly strung, so I drove it back to the store. Well, they undid the bird's nest in like a minute, and told me it was fine, that I wasn't casting right. Gotta say, when they told me I wasn't casting right, I felt like grabbing their head and putting it through the display case. Over 25 years of fishing, with the accuracy of practically being able to bean a fish in the head at 50 yards, caught countless fish in the lakes of Wisconsin and Illinois, and they dare tell me I'm casting wrong? Well, turns out these reels are COMPLETELY different, despite them calling my old reel a "baitcaster" (stupid term, because you cast bait/lures with every rod and reel), and all my years of experience meant diddly-squat with this new-fangled sci-fi reel from the future. I'm not even sure where you're supposed to grease these reels, or if you even have to like with the old ones. So, I'm back to looking like a complete jackass newbie in front of the other anglers until I get this new reel figured out. Your video helped a lot; I had no idea that this thing had brakes or a tension knob. I recognized the star wheel and release button easily enough, but beyond that, you may as well have sat me into the cockpit of a space shuttle and said, "just land it," like I was expected to know what all the shit in front of me does. I do much better when people explain to me what's happening on a mechanical level, like give me the nitty-gritty overly-complex explanation. The more technical, the faster I learn and master something. Great video, btw; WAY better than the useless lip service I hear in other videos so far. One dude's just like, "you just cast it, but feather the spool." How does that make sense to anyone who hasn't already figured it out? Whereas you spoke well and actually explained the components of the reel. That helped a ton! Thank you!

[@MG-wd5we]

Baitcasters are not new, and if you fished for 25 yrs and went to any bait shop on earth, you would know this.

[@nickemerson6934]

Here in 2024 and this was super informative. Thank you very much bro. Cant wait to hit the water with my new baitcaster

[@RC-KID801]

Same for me to thanks man

[@jesserowland9611]

man this helped me out so much today for trout keep up the good work

[@SP3NTT]

Jesse Rowland baitcasting for trout? What were you throwing? Genuinely curious thanks

[@monr457]

In a regular spinning reel user and i have a kastking royale that i havent really use for like 4-5yrs now. This explanation now gave me a bit of challenge and confidence using it. Thanks Pastor and God bless

[@cadennunley7288]

Best tutorial every been trying to find out how to use one of these for days and finally I find a video that actually explains it

[@Akumu....]

10/10 i loved this and it helped me thanks.

[@GEMINIFITN]

Dude this guy kills it on the BASIC MODE on this one. 👏

[@JBproduction7114]

This helped me out a lot thanks buddy!!

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Justin Brabham I'm glad it helped you.

[@paulconte4234]

I just got a baitcaster and Ive watched a handful of videos to get started but yours was the most helpful. To actually go over every part of the reel and what it does and at what time in the cast is what has set this video apart. I hope all is going well and thank you again!

Great vid.. Thanks for the tips..

[@flakoflores1971]

Señor!!

[@TheChico1332]

Duuuuude, you did well explaining. I’ve avoided using bait casters forever because I was so intimidated. I finally bought one and watched your tutorial which helped a ton. Thanks

[@keitaro1616]

that duck at the end stole the show!

[@billsimmons1484]

Hey David! Thanks! Its always good to see another fishing pastor!

[@garretthammond9412]

Found this very helpful and your tips were very clear. Thanks!

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Garrett Hammond thanks for watching!

[@craigdelaney1777]

This is a no bs,straight to the point,helpful video! Ive been spinning for pike and only pike for the last 30years,im 37 now and thought id buy a small baitcaster just to try it and i had it set up within minutes of watching this,thanks alot and keep those lines tight! 👍

[@dywildatheart]

Great video. Very helpful thanks.

[@jamesm.gilbert3543]

I have watched video after video on this very matter and couldn't really grasp the concept of what everything was used for (the functions) then I came across this video , simple to the point and explains everything to point. Thank you very I really appreciate it!!!!

[@coryschroeder4195]

This video will help me a ton thanks

[@Aaron-ot3uv]

Great video, I just got my dad his first baitcaster for fathers day and I am going to tell him to watch this video before he goes out!

[@AADVENT]

Thanks for the tips. I just bought my first one and found this very helpful. I will post up a video of me using it for the first time pretty soon, so please check it out and point out my flaws.

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Project IB you're welcome. Let me know when you post a vid.

[@mountainmanjim6366]

Story time... many years ago, I was sold on baitcasters. Went out, spent 300 on a setup and used it for a few months and gave it away. I was so tired of bird nests. Mind you, I (at the time) was fishing with other people constantly, and NOT one time did anyone help me with setting the adjustments.. I fished, got flustered, wasted $100s on line and all because I wasn't setting the brake or tension correctly.. I just bought an Abu Garcia revo X and going to try again. 15lbs braid on a 7' pole.. Thank you for this info and I hope to have better fishing experience. And I never expected to not have issues, hence months of trying to control the reel with my thumb.. and spin casting has just as many issues with braid line over spooling or monos memory issues.. but it seemed like every time I went fishing it was over within 30min to an hour due to catastrophic failure. Hell, after first few times I started bringing my Pfluger spinning rod knowing I would end my fishing with it lol. Here's to big fish, big stories, big blocks and big tts/ass Thanks again

[@sylvia4425]

Monofilament, braided, fluorocarbon.straightbraided, colored-strings etc... What do they all mean? Can you do a breakdown of what they all mean and do? 😬

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Sylvia Catalano that's a great idea. Keep an eye out for it.

[@topwaterhits7212]

You're way more clear than the last guy standing in tornado winds with a GoPro. Thanks bud.

[@bmxmaster101]

I just came from that video lol

[@Jonathan0323]

I just got a baitcaster for christmas and i don’t know how to use it

[@ambroseramirez2651]

same

[@aronkerr]

Thank you for this. I inherited an old baitcaster and had never used one. This helped get me sorted before my first trip with it.

[@steppbrooEFT]

Sorry dude, I spoiled your 777 subscribers number streak I'm the 778th

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Sean Lew haha! I'm totally ok with that. Welcome to my channel.

[@darelljohnson4545]

Thanks for the tip. 1st time using this type of reel and bird nested it. Had to spend the day watching other catch fish while I was trying to untangle.😀

[@nickcrum9124]

5:05 that blowup in the background lol

[@soulcrusher0357]

I'll echo everyone else and say this is the best video on how to use a baitcaster. Thanks dude!

[@TheFishinPastor]

Thanks for watching

[@caseywatts3905]

Before I never hadn’t gotten a fish with one

[@shhh3022]

thank you very much for the easy tutorial. So many people just want to talk about how much they know about fishing, but you sir, you truly helped a new bait caster angler!

[@knowledgegaming6088]

I'm confused about the tension part. When I click release, lure still falls. What could be the problem?

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Knowledge Gaming even when the tension is all the way up?

[@knowledgegaming6088]

The Fishin' Pastor Wait, sorry! I meant it won't fall, even when i keep slowly turning it, it stays.

[@TheFishinPastor]

+Knowledge Gaming it might be that the lure you're throwing is too light, the line is too heavy for the lure or your tension knob is defective.

[@knowledgegaming6088]

The Fishin' Pastor That could explain it. I have a Medium-size spinnerbait with 12lb stren line. I'll try a heavier lure and if that doesn't work I'll look into the tension knob possibly being defective.

[@knowledgegaming6088]

The line is thick, 0.33 mm.

[@andrewclix..photography3146]

I knew nothing about baitcasting .. now I do thanks ! Will go buy one now and learn as I go.

[@And-sn7nt]

8:46 that’s what she said

[@edwardmosley8120]

Fishing Pastor, I am a new fisherman and your video is really, really helpful to me. I am buying a bait caster rod and reel. My job just Furloughed us so fishing is it for now. Tks again

[@comingtofull-ageinchrist6736]

I just bought a H2OX Premier bait caster Friday after work and got my fishing license for the year. I messed with setting it up Friday night, but didn’t really get it fully dialed in until I went out to Stanley Draper lake at 6 am Saturday morning. It was my first go with one and had some limited knowledge, so I was getting bird nests for about the first 30 minutes. I think your rundown on it was spot on! It definitely will help me to dial in my bait caster a little better! I watch guy cast with one without having to worry about riding their thumb on the spool like I do to keep the line from spooling up! I just need to play with the break a little more! I fish from the bank, so I think casting out further is helpful in getting fish attracted. It’s been about 10 or 22 years since I’ve been fishing, but I pretty much spent the whole weekend fishing. I’ll use the knowledge you share to make my bait caster experience a little better. I’m used to the open face reels because I’ve always used live baits, so this will be a great experience. Thinking about spending 400 on a kayak to try some better spots, who knows! Always enjoyed fishing! Thanks for the knowledge!

[@shreddbaby8624]

Just got my first baitcaster thank you man for sharing your knowledge with us

[@kiwinat9767]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This is the first video to make sense 👌🏼. It was the way you broke down the tension for the begining and brake for later (hitting the water). Thanks again!

[@cindycrenshaw-martin9849]

I bought my first baitcaster today and your video was my first to watch about this new reel. Well done! I think I'll enjoy using my new reel!

[@pipthe3858]

I just got my first baitcaster and thought I would be able to try a cast. Well I was very wrong and ruined probably $10 worth of line😅. But after watching this tutorial it was very clear and I am very thankful for it. It has taught everything I need to know as a beginner!

[@reddturner6992]

I just bought an Abu Garcia baitcaster and your video was so helpful in understanding what to do! Thank you so much!

[@jerryfletcher2384]

Thanks so much for the clear and complete education of the baitcaster. I now have the confidence to practice using my baitcaster that I’ve had for five years without using it. God bless!

[@lordexorr]

Great video. My daughter wanted a bait caster and I got an immediate birds nest after putting line on the reel and knew I was missing something. This video was perfect to explain it!

[@PolyGang42]

This is the best baitcaster Tutorial video 💯🙏🏽 Thank you so much man.

[@damiengaona6648]

Just got my first baitcaster and this video was super helpful. Thank you

[@low.mk6]

Thanks a lot man I grew up saltwater fishing only with big surf rods and what not using spinning reels and just recently started getting into freshwater fishing and my step dad gave me his abu Garcia bait caster lovely explanation

[@chriskolling7603]

This video is really what helped me reduce backlash. I was ready to return my new baitcaster, my first one, because of backlashing nearly everytime. It was the tip about the magnetic brakes that solved my issue. Thank you very much!

[@deebo4296]

That is the best baitcaster explanation of how to use it.....I'm new to this baitcaster reel...and it does work perfect now. I don't get the backlash (birdnest) anymore... Thank you buddie!!👍😎

[@Itsbigdaddy1967]

Thanks, I appreciate your time and effort making this video.

[@scrappy6144]

I just got a bait caster and wanted to return it so bad I got a lews tournament laser classic for 120 on sale and thought it was just horrible until I saw this video you helped me understand a lot of things I love you man.

[@joes7106]

Haven't fished with a baitcaster in about 25 yrs...so glad I watched your vid.

[@MrScorpion83]

You gave a very good informations in a short time Thanks for this great tutorial Now I can start bait casting without being afraid of birds nest

[@michaelhollars8714]

You did 100 percent on how to use a bait caster!!!And I Thank you.😊

[@miked5908]

This video is incredibly helpful for someone someone like me who's just switching to bcaster.

[@jadamsadventures]

Bought a bait caster about 16 years ago. Could never figure it out. Been in the shed for the past 15 years now. Decided to take it out again after watching KZbin videos on how to properly set it up and use it. Looking forward to giving it another try now.

[@Hyunjim452]

Yes a lot nests at the beginning. Went through at least 600 yards of line until I got better. Great tutorial!

[@tonyt3590]

Excellent explanation of using a bait caster,,, I just bought one today,,,, and came across your video,,,, definitely helps understand this reel,,, thanks

[@robdjones50000]

Thanks for your pointers. I stopped trying to use a bait caster years ago because of the birds nest ending up in the reel. Watching your video encouraged me to go buy one today and fo learn how to use it...thanks...no fish today though, but tomorrow 🙏

[@charlessamuel9642]

I bought a abu Garcia black max bait caster today. I got it strung up and tied a frog on there for tomorrow and as soon as I hit the release button I had a bird nest. It's my first baitcaster and I just put it down and will deal with it another day. Your video will definitely help me figure it out. Thank you

[@Sea_Angel05]

Wow this is exactly what anyone needs to know when using a bait caster! This video is perfect!