Beginner Guide To Setting Up Baitcaster Brakes - KastKing
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- čas přidán 10. 09. 2024
- Here's an easy KastKing video for you on how to correctly adjust the brakes on your baitcaster to reduce backlashes. This method will work on a KastKing reel or any similar fishing reel with adjustable brakes like the KastKing Assassin or KastKing Stealth baitcasting reels. It’s always a good idea to have your fishing gear set up before your go on an angling adventure. Learning how to use a baitcaster can lead to a lifetime of fishing fun. KastKing baitcaster reels such as the KastKing Speed Demon Pro and the KastKing Royale Legend Elite are used in bass fishing tournaments by Major League Fishing and Bassmaster Elite AOY bass tournament fishing pro Brent Chapman and KBF (kayak bass fishing) National Champion Dwayne Taff in kayak fishing tournaments for targeting largemouth bass and smallmouth bass. They know how to fish for bass! KastKing is an ICAST award winning brand.
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Been a spin cast angler for decades (after irreconcilable differences with an antique bait caster some 40 years ago). And I'm probably the LAST person they should learn from, but my kids now want to learn about bait casters and they even bought a couple of nice ones. Needless to say, I've been struggling (again) and the videos do help me understand whats happening and how to practice correctly. It makes a difference - thank you
For a beginner I would set the centrifugal brakes to 3/4, set the spool tension until you get no side to side spool play, I would load 30-50yds of line on the spool and then I would practice casting. Using my thumb to feather the spool and stopping the spool before the weight or lure hits the ground or water.
Start with short casts as you learn how to feather, and gradually increasing the distance. As you become better at feathering you will be able to lower the centrifugal brake and the mag brake will help with wind. Baitcasting is an art and takes time. No easy shortcuts, a tight spool tension will limit your casting distance.
Thanks!
So, if you have adjusted to where you're getting limited backlashes but your cast distance is not to your liking, its the spool tension knob that will increase your distance ?
Bro today's my birthday and I had a baitcast reel before, and I was good at it, but the backlash on my new Abu Garcia was a lot, and I had no clue why. So I watched this and I found out that the reason was because I had the thing on the left to 1 so I did it to 10 and it was perfect, and I wasn't even a noob, I just didn't know what that thing did. I was soooo stressed about it and you relieved all of that stress. Thank you so so so much for this video
It did help me to better understand the brakes on these reels. Thanks
Perfect thanks!!! :)
I have to admit i have been struggling with the learning curve on my Royal Legend, but as i watch more and more helpful videos like yours i am discovering that the learning curve is worth the struggle... For the money this has to be one of the best values/quality/performance reel out there...
Glad we could help! This is a top seller on Amazon for the exact reasons you said!
Fantastic video! Exactly what I was looking for. I just bought this reel today to be delivered this evening. First baitcaster reel I've owned with dual breaking system. All my baitcasting reels have been mags. Thanks for a great video! Good pace, demo, and presentation.
Thanks for tuning in!
Fantastic news! Good luck and be safe out there :)
Thank God for this video
Hope it helps!
This video is exactly what I was looking for!
Thanks for the clear overview...
Thank you for watching
Just picked one of these up for $28 brand new... It's my new favorite reel... don't think i'll be using my spinning reel much now lol
Baitcasters are good for heavy baits. I pretty much always bring 1 bait caster and 1 spinning for light baits like worms. Just my opinion. GL out there.
Great video. I just bought mine and you explained all my questions about this reel.
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Great video on how to dial in this new to me reel. Thank you!!
That was a great help. With all the documentation that comes with the reel, nothing says how to open it or adjust the centrifugal brake! thankyou!!
THANK YOU. My first baitcaster and I was so confused. You saved me!
Unfortunately, we don't have that info here at the social media department.
Just got this reel today , this vid was much needed gave me a great head start thanks
Great video appreciate it i had no idea what the hell those switches were on the inside 👍👍
Hi there. Thank you for watching
Thank you kind sir! I almost used my Royal for a skeet target 🎯! No more thanks again this was my fist bait caster and I was sooooo frustrated! Now my reel is smooth like butter!!
Boom! Thanks for the feedback :)
Hey guys I was just looking at this vid and super job, also just wanted to say looking at centrifugal (4 orange tabs) they are each numbered (TINY) 1 bottom and 2 top, 3 front (by release lever) 4 is to the rear. I just got mine today 1/Feb/17 so can't say more just hope tight lines to all
I’m just confused on why whenever I cast it cut it’s off really short and my lure just goes thunk like 10feet out, what am I doing wrong
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You have to adjust your breaks
I just bought this exact reel. I'm glad I found this video. I'm heading out fishing tomorrow, and didn't know how it worked.
Thanks for showing this. Good video. I love my Spartacus Plus. Great reel. No problems with it. Looks good, feels good, casts great. I might try the Royal Legend though. I'll never give up my Spartacus Plus though.
thanks just what I needed and the encouragement to continue trying because I was about to throw it in the river.
Great vid. Helped me a lot. Just got the reel today in the mail!!
When the reel feels like it's going to backlash at the beginning of the cast it's the brakes. When it wants to backlash at the end of the cast it's the spool tension.
Incorrect.
@@ratoneJR How?
Kastking is the best reel for the money mega jows elite
I wish I could get sponsored by KastKing. I love the reels so much!
Does the Royale Legend 2 have a centrifugal break? I’m having trouble with early backlash on that reel. I don’t see any adjustments inside the cover like the ones in this video.
Does the Sparticus 2 have a centrifugal brake and there is a tiny tiny lever on side is that how to open?
You can also make a parabolic cast by turning all brake to max than and spool tension loser than what you mention.
basically you rely on the brake than spool tension.
Thanks....very helpful 👍
Thank you!
Excellent demo. Just got mine and had a couple of birds nests resulting in having to replace the line. You live and learn!
I did catch a nice pike though on that first time out!
I've switched on half the centrifugal brakes and set to go out again. 😁
Thanks for commenting! Hopefully your casting keeps improving :)
Have a kastking Spartacus...
With this the centrifugal is on the spool. I can't seem to get it to throw lighter baits. Further, don't really know which settings or should I say combination of settings to have. As 1 to 6 centrifugal and min to max on mags. (0 to 20 I think). Get impression that it's kinda too complicated with so many options, and whether they actually work anyways .. ?
gazza listermint
I don't comment much, but I know your frustration. Stick with it, you'll get it. My Spartacus Plus is one of my favorite reels and I really enjoy using it. I use the KastKing 10 Lb. braided line, ($14.95 for 300 yds.) Have no problems casting just about any weight I use. I use a 7 foot med/hvy. Fast tip rod. I can keep both brakes on the 7 to 9 settings for about everything. I use the spool adjustment, thumb feathering of the line and variable strength of cast for most control. Once you get use to your own style of control it becomes second nature without even thinking about it. I don't exactly know how to explain it, but you'll know when you get there. That's just my way of doing it. Backlash no longer exists for me. Rarely ever. Practice, practice, practice. You'll end up loving it. Unless you got a bad reel.
Good Luck!
Excellent.
I got a quantum baitcaster how do I adjust the breaks on it
Hi sir. I want ask how to get the bearing out from the side plate?? I have this reel. I want to change the bearing. Thx sir
love your video
Thank you so much
Does the Royale Legend 2 have a centrifugal brake? I’m having trouble with early backlash on that reel.
No, Royale Legend II only come with magnetic braking system, if you are looking for a baitcaster that comes with centrifugal and magnetic braking system, I recommend you the MegaJaws baitcaster upgraded version with AMD braking system that can avoid backlashes. You can find more info here: kast.vip/kymwa
Good job man
I think you have the switch position backwards. Out is on and in is off I think? I was just looking at mine and agent he tab is pushed out it allows a plastic piece to come out which rubs and slows it down. When pushed in the plastic piece is locked and doesn’t come out.
LUKEwhatUUP for real?
I have a button on the side plate but it doesn’t open the side playe
What do u set the start drag to just got the same reel
Good vid man
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My cast keeps going to the left what can I do
Try releasing your cast a little bit earlier.
what would you guys recommend on the settings from a rooster tail 1.7 grams weight . I just got mine today and still keep getting birdnest
You'll need to use spinning gear for that. That's way too light for baitcasting gear.
So as I get more comfortable with it, which brake do I start backing off of first? Or is it a combination? Or is there no right or wrong?
THis video might help - czcams.com/video/IKLxmI1dODw/video.html
@@KastKing lol nope, didn't answer the question.
J P practice makes perfect there is no right or wrong.
i'm fed up with twisted line with a spin casting reel. Also have some nerve and strength issues with my hand and fingers after 3 spine/neck surgeries over the past 20 years. I believe a bait caster setup might be easier for me. i want to set my royale legend for the lightest lure possible with the longest casting performance. I know the type of rod I use will be a factor, but which type line would be best (mono, braided, fluorocarbon?) and could I get away with 6 lb test or would I have to use 8 or 10? I guess my target fish would be 14" to 18" river smallmouth and casting shad darts for 16" to 18" shad (hickory, american) during the spring shad run. But also enjoy catching white and yellow perch with my 7 yr old. Thanks in advance for your advice. Anyone?
Lighter line will let you cast farther with lighter lures. However, a spinning setup is your best bet for that. To prevent line twists you must manually close the bail for the first step. This is the easiest way to get rid of line twists. Second is to only use braid. We are working on a video specifically for this issue.
i am from malaysia....i use royal legend now...
Casting conditions constantly change. Wind speed and direction change. Brakes need frequent adjustment to achieve maximum distance and spool control. "Set it and forget it" is a myth.
But...anyone can get the hang of it. Time on the water is the best teacher.
Thanks for tuning in
Very good video! Thank you. I just bought a Royale legend can't wait to get it.
Drag is for fighting with the fish right?
That is correct. When the fish makes a run the spool moves with the fish so you don't break off as much.
KastKing Thank you :)
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The best way to adjust any baitcaster is to have no spool tension and turn your brakes to about 70%. You'll get the longest distance possible, smoother drag operation, and reduced backlashes. Once you set it up like this you don't ever have to touch the spool tension again and rarely the brakes.
Thank you for sharing
I’m a beginner..my baitcaster rod & reel just arrived like 10 minuets ago ! Now I need to know what lb line I need to use ?
Fon Jet 17 lb mono buy cheap until you get better
My Royal legend does not have centrifugal brake.
Hi there. It does not
@@KastKing why?
Paul Jensen there is a magnetic breaking system
First again
Mine will not pull out
Like the side plate
I can't handle a baitcaster. No matter what I do, I get bird nests. It pisses me off. Can't beat a good old fashioned zebco 33. I have thrown 2 good baitcasters in the lake out of frustration.
Bummer! We have all been there. Stick with it on your free time before you get out on the water. You will lose less reels :) For real, check out our other helpful videos and see if those hep at all. We have had some great feedback on those videos from beginners. Here is one: czcams.com/video/ARA8QeGvPUs/video.html