Angling: Rods and Reels (c)4L

Today we will… Compare spin cast, spinning, and bait cast reels Match the appropriate rod and reel Calculate work required for different rod lengths

Angling Method of fishing using an angle (hook) Hook is usually attached to a fishing line that is attached to a pole Most commonly used for recreational fishing, but used in some commercial operations

Reel Mechanical device mounted on a rod that controls the fishing line Two basic types of reels: – Spinning Reels Spool is parallel to rod – Conventional Reels Spool is perpendicular to rod

Components of a Reel Spool – Holds the line – Vary in size and line held – Listed by maximum (pound test line/yards of line held) 12/160- this spool can hold 160 yards of 12 pound test

Components of a Reel Bail – 2 settings Open – Allows line to come off spool Closed – Prevents line from being let off the spool – Bail is opened before cast and closed when the cast is complete

Components of a Reel Handle – Also known as the crank – Retrieves line onto spool – Can be on left or right side of the spool depending on preference

Components of a Reel Drag – Setting that allows line to be pulled out by fish to prevent the line from snapping – Lighter drag will allow more line to be pulled Use for fighting larger fish to allow them to tire out If drag is too low, fish is more likely to swim under stumps or rocks and break the line. The fish could also shake the hook free due to lack of tension – Higher drag will put more tension on the line Use for smaller fish that are less likely to break line If drag is too high, lure may be ripped from the fish’s mouth

Components of a Reel Ball Bearings – Reduce friction and allows for smoother operation of the reel – More ball bearings indicate higher quality reel – Commonly produced with stainless steel, higher quality reels may use ceramic or ceramic hybrid

Components of a Reel Gear Ratio – How many times the spool turns for every turn of the handle – Will be displayed on the reel like “5.1:1” For every full turn of the handle the spool will spin 5.1 times A gear ratio of 7.1:1 would reel much faster

Types of Reels: Spinning Spin Cast Reel – Also known as closed-face reel – Easiest to use – Least expensive – Good for small to medium sized fish – Spool does not hold much line – Difficult to work lures effectively – Does not provide accurate casts

Types of Reels: Spinning Open Face Spinning Reel – Require more skill than spin cast, but still easy to use – Excellent for casting light lures Least amount of friction – Comes in wide range of sizes

Types of Reels: Conventional Low-Profile Bait Casting Reels – Most expensive reel – Most difficult to use Improper technique will cause backlash and tangled line – Allows for the most accuracy – Used with heavier lures

Types of Reels: Conventional Round Bait Casting Reel – Same characteristics as the low-profile bait casting reel except: The round body holds more line They are less ergonomic and more difficult to handle than the low- profile Better for larger fish

Rod Long, straight, flexible pole used to cast bait or lures Provides leverage Available in two common types: – Spinning – Casting Can be made out of bamboo, fiberglass, graphite, and other materials

Components of a Rod Guides (Eyes) – Rings attached to the rod to direct the line – Usually lined with ceramic or chrome to reduce friction – Largest guide at base of rod, smallest guide at tip – Higher quality rods will generally have 1 guide per foot 6 foot rod would have 6 guides

Components of a Rod Grip – Also called the handle – Usually made of cork or foam – Longer rods will have longer grips to allow for two-handed casting

Components of a Rod Reel Seat – Where the reel attaches to the rod Hook Keeper – Allows a place to rest the hook in during transportation

Components of a Rod Action – the point at which a rod initially flexes and where it stops bending – Determine by 3 components Rod material Thickness Taper

Components of a Rod Power – Also referred to as rod weight – Pressure required to flex the rod – Determined by: Rod Material Thickness PowerLine RatingLure Weight heavy 15 to 25lb test 1/ /2oz medium heavy 8 to 14lb test1/ /2oz medium4 to 12lb test1/8 - 3/8oz light4 to 8lb test1/32 - 1/8oz ultra-light1 to 4lb test1/64 - 1/16oz

Types of Rods Spinning – Used for spinning (open- face) reels – Reel sits under the rod – Larger guides

Types of Rods Casting – Used for spin cast and bait cast reels – Reel sits on top of rod – Smaller guides – Pistol Grip

Specialty Rods & Reels Fly Fishing – Popular method for catching trout and salmon in streams – Used to cast lightweight flies (bait) – Requires practice and skill – Equipment is generally more expensive – Rod is much lighter and longer – Line is retrieve by hand, not with a reel

Specialty Rods & Reels Ice Fishing – Much shorter rod than traditional fishing > 2 feet Medium to fast action – Most have 4 guides Guides are large to pass accumulated ice through – No casting involved

Specialty Rods & Reels Surf Fishing – Used when fishing from a beach – Rods are long and heavy to cast bait past waves – Usually used with spinning reel – Components are more resistant to saltwater

Review 1.What rod would be used with this reel? A B

Review 2.Which component contributes the most to smooth operation of the reel? a.Drag b.Action c.Gear Ratio d.Ball Bearings

Review 3.Michael is a 6 year old boy going fishing for his first time, which reel should he use? B

Overview Select equipment based on experience level – Spin cast or spinning reels are most suited for beginners Know what you are fishing for – There is no one size fits all setup, select based on the fish you intend to catch Make sure your tackle matches your gear – Light lures do not work well with a bait cast

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