I can't seem to catch anything!

**Techno2000** · 08-24-2020, 03:18 AM

Originally Posted by CTPanfisher

So I think that the key takeaway here is that my equipment is oversized for panfish. I'll look at buying some 4 pound line, as well as some spinners in 1/16th and 1/32th of an ounce sizes. Did I understand everything correctly?

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A 1/16 oz is a little too big for bluegill. Start with the tried and true white 1/32 Beetle Spin.

**BobC** · 08-24-2020, 06:09 AM

Good advice up above. With some lighter gear you should be able to get going. Pans are pretty accommodating - with the right gear a blast to catch. Welcome to CC.
Bob

**pescador** · 08-24-2020, 07:28 AM

For beginning fishermen, hard to beat live bait. Some small hooks, a bobber, and a piece of worm is how many of us old timers started.

Good luck

**deathb4disco** · 08-24-2020, 09:06 AM

Originally Posted by CTPanfisher

I'll look at buying some 4 pound line, as well as some spinners in 1/16th and 1/32th of an ounce sizes. Did I understand everything correctly?

What do you mean by "spinners"? When I think of spinners, I think of something like a Mepps spinner. That is very different from a Beetle "Spin".

Also, as noted above, there's nothing wrong with live bait.

**CTPanfisher** · 08-24-2020, 10:32 AM

Originally Posted by deathb4disco

What do you mean by "spinners"? When I think of spinners, I think of something like a Mepps spinner. That is very different from a Beetle "Spin".

Also, as noted above, there's nothing wrong with live bait.

I'm really not sure what I'm talking about, so I was thinking about both the beetlespin, as well as one or 2 inline spinners.

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**CTPanfisher** · 08-24-2020, 10:49 AM

Originally Posted by SuperDave336

Also make sure your rod / reel is rated for that size line and lures. Be hard to do anything on a heavy bass rod and light line/lures. Plus having the right setup will increase the fun when catching them.

After a quick check of my reel, it seems that the minimum line test is 6lb. Can I use 6 lb line instead of 4 lb line? Or should I shift my focus to bass?

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**Techno2000** · 08-24-2020, 10:57 AM

Originally Posted by CTPanfisher

After a quick check of my reel, it seems that the minimum line test is 6lb. Can I use 6 lb line instead of 4 lb line? Or should I shift my focus to bass?

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You must have a huge reel,what kind is it ?

**deathb4disco** · 08-24-2020, 10:58 AM

Originally Posted by CTPanfisher

After a quick check of my reel, it seems that the minimum line test is 6lb.

You can still put 4# on it.

Do you have a Walmart nearby? Bass Pro? Cabela's?

**CTPanfisher** · 08-24-2020, 11:05 AM

Originally Posted by deathb4disco

You can still put 4# on it.

Do you have a Walmart nearby? Bass Pro? Cabela's?

Oh, ok. I have some of the stores you mentioned within 45 minutes, so I might go and look at what they have.

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**SuperDave336** · 08-24-2020, 11:05 AM

I would check your rod as well. Your really gonna have a hard time casting and using a heavy rod for the light jigs and lures. You can get an inexpensive ultra lite setup and have a ton more fun.

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