SPINNING vs. CONVENTIONAL IN THE SURF

[44mike44]

whos got the longer cast

[Gunpowder]

might want to narrow down your question..... don't know if the site will hold 2000 different responses to that question.

[spence]

You might as well be debating two vs three button suits.

-spence

[numbskull]

Can cast further with conventional...........cause spinning tackle makes you grow breasts that get in the way.

[DZ]

Originally Posted by numbskull

Can cast further with conventional...........cause spinning tackle makes you grow breasts that get in the way.

Too funny Numbskull. Thanks to you and Spence I'm going to keep this ball rolling.

I use spinning tackle and back in the 1970s I was able to cast almost as far as my conventional toting brethren but only when I wore my two button suit. Then after breast reduction surgery I could get equal distance even while wearing my three button suit. But now with the advent of super braided lines for spinning reels I'm second guessing my surgery. I could have had the best of both worlds: distance with spinning and breasts, and I could even have worn my double-breasted suit!

Disclaimer: I do not encourage or endorse breast reduction surgery to keep up with those who use conventional tackle.

[eelman]

Conventional tackle has come a long way

I have fished with revolving spool for the better part of 20 years, never once did I wish for a spinning outfit. I can cast the smallest of baits or lures and the largest, I never had a problem with wind etc..I like conventional because there is no arguing the fact that it has superior fish stopping power and more overall control. all of my surf fishing was done with conventional tackle. Most people do fish spin gear and it is much easier, it takes time to master the other but in my opinion well worth it.

Like I said, the tackle has really come a long way and you can easily do anything with casting tackle that you can do with spin...The real plus is the overall control and fish fighting power..

Oh almost forgot, your original question, I would get the same distance as spin gear if not further...

[RIROCKHOUND]

Originally Posted by DZ

Too funny Numbskull. I could have had the best of both worlds: distance with spinning and breasts

Would have given you something to entertain yourself with on those slow nights on the bar!

[fishbones]

Originally Posted by spence

You might as well be debating two vs three button suits.

-spence

I'm tall, so I usually wear well tailored 3 button suits. I think they are a little more slimming, too. But, a classic 2 button is a look that never goes out of style.

[spence]

Originally Posted by fishbones

I'm tall, so I usually wear well tailored 3 button suits. I think they are a little more slimming, too. But, a classic 2 button is a look that never goes out of style.

A three button suit may be visually more slimming but only if you have a slim/short build to begin with. For those with a broader or in the case of surfcasters, "portly" frame, a two button suit by revealing more shirt/tie will break up the mass of suit cloth and make for a more visually attractive shape.

Technically speaking, both are classic depending on the period.

As an extreme example, the ex-professional football players wearing 4-6 button suits on TV with their massive bodies just look plain silly and out of balance.

-spence

[The Dad Fisherman]

You guys forgot to mention Leisure Suits......maybe Tan with a Nice Blue Paisley Poly Blend shirt underneath....I consider that very slimming and a Timelss classic look. Not to menttion extremely comfortable since you don't need a tie.

Originally Posted by spence

A three button suit may be visually more slimming but only if you have a slim/short build to begin with. For those with a broader or in the case of surfcasters, "portly" frame, a two button suit by revealing more shirt/tie will break up the mass of suit cloth and make for a more visually attractive shape.

Technically speaking, both are classic depending on the period.

As an extreme example, the ex-professional football players wearing 4-6 button suits on TV with their massive bodies just look plain silly and out of balance.

-spence

[striperman36]

Originally Posted by spence

AAs an extreme example, the ex-professional football players wearing 4-6 button suits on TV with their massive bodies just look plain silly and out of balance.

-spence

And dudes on HGH like Mr. Clemens. Didn't he look friggin stupid?

[wheresmy50]

Only old timers use conventional gear. The only reason to use conventional gear is for yo-yo fishing with braided line; mono just doesn't have the sensitivity.

Spinning reels are better, except for Van Staal which might be made in China. Plus you'll be able to cast lighter plugs with spinning reels. It will be more difficult to catch large bass with plugs, but once you master the craft, you'll be one step ahead of any knuckle-dragging bait soaker.

[Gunpowder]

Originally Posted by wheresmy50

Only old timers use conventional gear. The only reason to use conventional gear is for yo-yo fishing with braided line; mono just doesn't have the sensitivity.

Spinning reels are better, except for Van Staal which might be made in China. Plus you'll be able to cast lighter plugs with spinning reels. It will be more difficult to catch large bass with plugs, but once you master the craft, you'll be one step ahead of any knuckle-dragging bait soaker.

i hope you are not serious.....

[bart]

Originally Posted by Gunpowder

i hope you are not serious.....

that would be called "sarcasm"

[Gunpowder]

Originally Posted by bart

that would be called "sarcasm"

i realize that just wanted to make sure that our new guest would realize that as well hence why i posted remarking that that was joking comment.

[Vogt]

Sarcasm never comes through too well on message boards.....





Let the battle begin...

[bloocrab]

This question is W-I-D-E open......


It all depends on the person casting.

If your terrible at casting a conventional, but great at casting a spinner......you will get a longer cast with the spinner.

If your great with a conventional, but not as good casting a spinner.....you will get a longer cast with the conventional.


Aren't you glad you joined this site with your one sentenced questions? We have all the answers to all the questions that will ever be asked. As an added bonus, we're also a bunch of Wise/

Enjoy the site -

[bloocrab]

Originally Posted by Vogt

Sarcasm never comes through too well on message boards....

What's Sarcasm????




Is Sarcasm the stuff that oooozes out of sandworms when you bait em' for scup?

[OLD GOAT]

wheresmy50 Dude your handle says it all.

[wheresmy50]

Originally Posted by OLD GOAT

wheresmy50 Dude your handle says it all.

What does my handle say?

[wheresmy50]

Yes, sarcasm.

44 - there's plenty of time until spring. Don't waste every controversial topic in your first week.