Are you struggling to hook up with one of those freight train lunkers? If you are, a combination long distance and In-line spinnerbait casting just might do the trick. In many fishing situations, the key to success is casting distance. When you cover more water, you catch more fish.
Many fishermen don't use inline spinnerbaits as often as they could. Few have the patience to see the technique through. In-line Spinnerbaits catch more fish. Every time you cast an in-line spinnerbait, you are taking a chance at a record sized fish for yourself or the record books! If you have the patience, you will find and catch fish.
In-line Spinnerbaits fishing allow anglers to cast longer distances, covering large amounts of water, putting the lure in front of more fish than other fishing methods. For nearly 70 years, the in-line spinner bait has been a go-to lure for thousands of anglers. These lures can be fished multiple ways, such as jigging, casting, trolling, and can also be applied to almost every species of fish. Trout, Muskie Catfish, Blue Gill, Crappie, White Bass, Large & Small Month Bass and Hybrid just to name a few of the fish that will take the in-line spinnerbait.
The in-line spinner bait is probably the most underrated bass lure around. Although the original 'in-line' Mepps spinners have caught more fish, of more types, and hold more records than all other lures combined, few bass anglers would even consider one as a tournament weapon. We appear to have a mind-set against this type of lure. I expect the reason to be that it just doesn't seem glamorous enough. This perception does not exist in the northern portions of the country, and 'Mepps' is nearly a Holy word in Canada and Europe. If bass (smallmouth and largemouth), giant pike, muskie, or lunker trout are the targets of anglers in these parts of the world, the in-line spinner is nearly always the first lure considered. This is not to say that your average bass angler does not use the 'in-line' spinner bait, although he may have never equated it to the same family as the Mepps. The very best buzz baits are all of the 'in-line' design. One primary reason is that they can be fished right across the top of the thickest cover. In addition: " there is no stability problem " the lure is virtually weedless " and, the lure has a very high hooking percentage.
When you are shopping for inline spinnerbaits, the most important features to be aware of are weight and color; 3/8 to 3/4 oz. is ideal for large fish. Selection of colors and weights will have great impact on where you fish. Choose heavier spinners for fishing in deeper waters. Blade size is also important for movement and vibration during the retrieve. You want to retrieve the inline spinnerbait as slow as possible while still allowing the blades to rotate. This method will attract more fish. The only time you are going to be bringing in a spinnerbait quickly is when there is a reactionary bite going on. Those kinds of bites, however; are few and far between. We don't criticize the safety pin type spinnerbaits they certainly do catches fish. However; there are plenty of good reasons for using the In-line spinner vs. the safety pin type. In general the in-line spinner cost less, they cast greater distances, they are easier to cast into the wind and they catch a large verity of fish.
Cover More Water, Catch More Fish
In-line Spinnerbait fishing allows you to cast longer distances, cover large amounts of water, put your lure in front of more fish than other fishing methods.
Fan Cast Technique
Fan casting resemble the hands on a clock. Retrieve your lure near or just
below the surface when you can see fish feeding. Otherwise retrieve the lure at different deepths until you locate fish. You can also allow the lure to fall until it hit the bottom before you begin retrieving. This allow you to identify structure, weedbeds, channels, points, and drop offs that often hold fish.( see image on the left)Patience is the key
When casting a lure, don't assume because you've cast in the same area once or twice that there are no fish there. It may be you didn't get the bait close enough. Often larger fish lay waiting to ambush their prey especially when the temperature has changed to a cooler or warmer condition. Take the time cover the water well.
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Blades & Bodies
Colors will always vary with location and conditions, but the following combinations are a good place to start. Generally speaking, keep the spinnerbait simple. In most cases you're not going to need a skirts / bucktail. A brass body spinnerbait with silver or gold blades and treble or single hook is all it takes. However; you should carry a few different color bodies and skirts in your tackle. Experimenting with different combinations is always a good tactic when the fishing is slow. A white, yellow, fire tigger and chartreuse skirt will get it done. In the morning, evening, or in overcast conditions, go with gold or silver blades. The skirts that work the best are white, chartreuse and yellow. When the conditions are sunny go with silver blades, I use the French style blades sizes are 3, 4 and sometime 5. Experiment with various skirt colors. The primary baitfish you are trying to imitate is shad. This combination will work year round, summer through winter. For sunny conditions in winter through early spring, use white skirts and white blades. During mid winter, slow roll your bait at all depths in the water. This is a good time to use the larger blade size. Fish it like a jig, slowly moving it up and down. Slow rolling along rock walls can be a very productive.In the spring try using white and chartreuse combinations, or shad colors. When they are near the surface, you can work this bait like a buzzbait. Remember your success with In-Line Spinnerbaits fishning depends on your patience. Stick with it, you'll be pleasantly surprised. In-line spinnerbait presentation simply attracts and catches more fish.
Secure Knot
Most anglers have a favorite knots. I have tied and tested the Berkley Braid knot time and time again. A great characteristic of this particular knot is it's best left a little lose. As you cast the knot slowly tighten on it own, eliminating much of the stress on the line at the knot.(see image below)
Rod & Reel
Keeping things simple is a good rule of thumb. The same holds true for rod and reel selection. Go for the tough and durable equipment. The rod and reel are the hart and soul of great day fishing whither you take fish home or not. A trouble free day of casting is important.A medium to heavy action eight and half foot Steelhead rods and a high speed level wind baitcaster works great. Long distance casting requires a rod and reel that can handle the abuse of making a thousands of cast. The rod should be rated to handle 1/2 to 11/2 oz. lures and the reel should hold around 140 yards of 12 to 14 pound test line. This Rod and reel selection are my personal choices, what I have learned that works best for me. Your rod and reel combo should be comfortable for you, so experiment until you find what works best. If you are serious about catching big fish learn to cast for 75 to 100 yards, it will be an experience you won't soon forget.
Fishing Tips
Lead is a serious health hazard. Wash your hands after handling lead product. Young children are most susceptible to it hazards.Things you must avoid getting on your hands and or bait before or during a fishing trip:
1. gasoline and automobile oil products
2. deodorants
3. fragmented soap
4. toothpaste
5. colons & perfumes
6. Use caution when baiting and removing hooks
7. Do not fish on unauthorized waterways
8. Bring along extra safety items such as water, flashlights, maps, and a cell phone.
Take care of your Catch
Unless you take a cooler and ice along there is only one way to keep you fish fresh and that is to keep them alive as long as possible. You can do this by using an extra long fish stringer. Put your fish on the stringer and toss them out into the water. Allow the fish to go as deep as possible. Attached the other end of the stringer to something on the shore or your ankle depending on the conditions. This beats lugging along a cooler and ice. Leave the cooler and ice in you vehicle and drop the fish off as necessary.
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Contact
Advantage Inline Spinnerbaits
137 Railroad Road
Benson, NC 27504
Tel.: + (919) 894-7082
Email: wlsnkingeo@aol.com
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