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30/40/50 daiwa j braid (the three I have been using lately). I’m not having an issue with my casts, but I would say I could use to tinker around with my reel settings. I took both my tatula/tatula ct combos out and pitched/flipped with only one and regular casting on the other. I would only get an uneven spool (what I consider overrun correct me if I’m wrong please) with the reel I was pitching with. I think it’s just the repetitive short casts and sometimes with the TWS the line won’t always pop directly into the groove and will play on either side of the TWS depending on where on the spool it’s coming out from and where the level wind is at. I can try and explain better if that doesn’t make any sense. I have been experimenting with different lines over the last several months to dial in what I like the most, and to learn how each line works. I’ve only been using baitcasters for a year and a half now so I’m not fully competent with them yet or how the intricacies of different reels/lines work. The only reason I asked was really because of my OCD, I don’t mind water splashing on my gear just wanted to be sure, but the stains braid leaves on my rods and reels drives me bonkers. While I’m here as well, anyone that has the TWS, any tips for settings for skipping? Currently practicing that a lot since the bite sucks lately. Been practicing the motions with my slx dc reel but those are easy to dial in for skipping just set it to 4. Still blowup plenty but I’m learning the motion, and I want to make sure I can still do it with a regular baitcaster. (If not the proper place for this piece I can start a new forum elsewhere for it, just figured why not ask here). Also aware it’s a lot of thumb control, not just settings. I’m comfy with my thumb, but may not apparently be so dialed into my TWS reel.

I didn’t say anything about backlash. I think it’s only happening when I’m pitching. I have tons of pads on the river and I’ll flip and pitch to those all day. When I’m casting in a regular manner it doesn’t happen unless I made some error with my thumb.

Thanks for all the replies! I probably am overthinking it, I wouldn’t doubt that. The overrun could be because of the TWS on daiwas. I don’t have the issues on my Shimanos. I fish on a daily basis as I live on a river and I’m confident in my casting ability. I was just out yesterday and had noticed how much water braid will fling back onto the reel and it just got me thinking. I am super attentive to detail especially when it comes to the things I love and fishing is my #1 (I’m single and have no kids). Just wanted to be sure it was probably just me and my OCD about cleanliness taking over. And I’ve never had anyone to teach me about this stuff so I’m thankful this website exists! Hope everyone is doing well.

Anyone else struggle with braided line and OCD? I like to take care of my gear as I don’t have a lot of extra income like all of us. I feel like whenever I use braided line I’m going to have to clean (general not full tear down) my reels way more often. From the water retention that braid holds, and throwing that water back into the reel or elsewhere when casting, I feel like my worm gear and other things are getting dirtier faster than they would with mono/FC/copolymer. I like the properties of braid in practice, given the sensitivity and strength, but I feel like I’m having to do more work on the free time making sure my reels run correctly given all the water and dirt that braid holds and then flings all over everything as you cast it out. I also feel like braid overruns more often than other lines and an uneven spool drives my OCD crazy. I will cast out as long as I can just to straighten out my line and make it level on the spool. Any tips to beat that OCD? I can’t be the only one.

Thanks everyone for the help it is much appreciated!

I appreciate the confidence. I like to do things myself after making sure I study beforehand. It is my favorite rod that’s why I want to save it haha.

Thanks for the reply. I’d like to learn how to do it on my own, just a little nervous, which is understandable. I think I’ll take some time, gather the proper supplies and attempt to fix myself. I’m in no no rush as I have a couple other rods to fill in and I’d rather learn how to make the repair. Slow and steady. Thanks for the vid.

I have a 7’ MH/F Duckett Jacob Wheeler rod. The top guide has had the inner insert popped out. I have taken it off the roster since I noticed, but was curious where I could send it (if near the San Antonio area) or if sending it to DVT would be my best bet. Thanks for the help in advance. I can take pictures of the tip if needed.

Haha I know how you feel. I have an Anatolian Sheppard and he knows when not to mess with me when I’m im testing gear. Just time and practice. Had a random night with a kitten and thought this post was hilarious.

Don’t be afraid to try some new gear out. Fishing is a sport where you will find where your budget runs. You can catch fish with knowledge and not gear. I started new on baitcasters about a whole year ago and I can skip and pitch and do all kinds of this with a baitcasters. I read plenty of questions and reviews on the website.... you won’t learn it until you feel it. Especially with fishing. Read more. Educate yourself more. Be successful.

Thanks for the welcome! Been around a while just never post, the bass around me don’t seem to favor my lures and hooks anyways.

Anyone else have a cat that enjoys your fishing gear more than the bass do? I have gone so far to put a 6’6 Berkley lightning rod with an Abu Garcia black max reel with a chartreuse/black crankbait with no hooks and I practice pitching in my house with it it and my little guy just goes nuts. It’s quite hilarious. He hates when I respool my reels, he attacks the rods tips viciously. It’s hilarious. Anyone else safely play with their pets who seem to adore our rods and reels the same way? (While also making sure no damage is done to animal or gear)