What Is A Roller Rod Used For?

Roller Guides are popular in all trolling applications, but they are especially useful in heavier pelagic offshore fishing applications. This means roller guides are commonly seen on heavy trolling rods built to handle fish like tuna, billfish, and wahoo.

Do I need roller guides for trolling?

Registered. If you use power pro or braid in general, roller guides are not really necessary. Braid used to be pretty abrasive & damaged guides which is why trolling rods come with roller tips & stripper guides but that issue has been addressed by the top line manufacturers.

Can you cast with roller guides?

ROLLER TOP WILL CAST JUST FINE. I’VE USED LIGHT RODS WITH ALL AFTCO ROLLERS (NOT EVEN THOSE LIGHT GRAPHITE ONES) AND THEY CAST WONDERFULLY!…. SO YES, GIVE THE GUY WHAT HE WANTS.

What is a line roller bearing?

The line roller bearing is used to reduce friction on the line roller to allow the roller to rotate as the line is moving against it.This line roller bearing is available as an individual replacement part, please see model diagram for any associated parts that may be needed.

How far behind the boat should I troll?

Every boat is different and you should make your boat your own study. Proper distance for most boats will be anywhere from 20 feet to 150 feet behind your boat. Whether you have inboard diesel or outboard gas engines, your power dictates the distance you troll your baits and lures.

What line is best for trolling?

Monofilament
Monofilament is the best line choice for trolling in most situations, but there are times when low stretch lines have the edge. Because low stretch lines are super thin, they enable trolling lures like crankbaits to pick up significantly more depth compared to monofilament lines of the same break strength.

Should you troll with or against the current?

When in an area with current, troll crosscurrent as opposed to with and/or against the current. Going crosscurrent, you don’t have to worry about how the current is affecting your lure’s or bait’s speed through the water. Plus, fish generally swim into the current.

How do you set up a saltwater rod and reel?

1. Step 1: Locate Reel Seat. To locate the reel seat:
2. Step 2: Set the Reel to the Pole. To attach the reel to the pole:
3. Step 3: Attach Your Reel to the Pole.
4. Step 4: Line Your Pole.
5. Step 5: Put on Barrel Weight.
6. Step 6: Attach the Swivel.
7. Step 7: Tie a Fisherman’s Knot.
8. Step 8: Add a Leader Line.

Why is my fishing line curly?

For as long as monofilament line has been available for fishing, anglers have battled line memory. Fishing line memory is what happens when monofilament line sits on a spool. It develops curls, which can reduce casting distance and increase the chances for snarls or tangles.

Why does my fishing line keep coming off the reel?

The biggest culprit for why your fishing line unravels and falls off the spool is there simply isn’t enough space for it in the first place. Unless you are using a reel designed for saltwater, most spinning reels aren’t able to handle as much or as heavy of fishing line as baitcasters.

Can you fish with a broken rod tip?

Most repair kits come with several different tip sizes and the glue needed to attach it. Keep a kit and a lighter (used for heating the glue) in your tackle box so that a broken tip doesn’t keep you from fishing for long.

Can I cut my fishing rod?

As a rule of thumb, you can cut up to 6 inches off the butt of any 1-piece Rodgeeks blank without affecting the action of the blank. Say you like the action and power of our new 8-foot X-Comps, but want the rod to only be 7 feet 6 inches.As a rule of thumb, avoid cutting the tip of any carbon fiber blank.