Thread: First time cranking today. A leaning experience.

Took this pic in driveway, but I think you can see the green bobber stop on my line.

Originally Posted by HitTheClicka

Hey JJ, if you want to use spinning reels you can. The way I use spinning reels and still be able to keep up with how much line out is to use those little strings that you would use with a slip bobber rig. The strings for a bobber stop. I get 4 of em, preferably in at least 2 different colors, I put all 4 on my line and push em up a bit. Then tie on my barrel swivel with a snap. Hook it on something and stretch out a 100' tape measure. I run one string to 90', another to 75', another at 60', and one at 45'. Cinch em down real tight so they won't move. I know when I cast out when a green string is just past tip of my pole, I've got 45' out, yellow string is 60', pink is 75', etc. I use $9 spinning reels. Cheaper alternative than line counters. Can look at dive charts for various size cranks and put baits anywhere needed, down to 15ft deep with bandit 300's at 90 ft back.

hey thats a good idea. i mightve tried that but had a little extra money so i splurged and bought them. i just might do that if i end up running 6. 4 is just all i want right now!