How long is a long cast & a long pitch?

Looking for some input. I have a BPS baitcaster reel that I just purchased over the winter, paired with a 7' med crankin stick, it has 10lb mono on it. I don't feel like I'm get the distance I need to get crankbait down to the correct depth. This is my second baitcater so, adjusting the spool & magnet brake is always done correctly.

My first baitcater I have is on a 6'6" med heavy rod, with 40lb braid. I use this rod for pitching. I probably need a little more practice pitching but, again don't seem to get much distance? I have the spool set loose & brake turned up all the way.

So, what's a long cast & pitch? Is there anything I'm doing wrong?

First thing I would do on the crankin stick is switch to a flourocarbon line(10-12lb), because mono floats and wont let you get the maximum depth out of your crankbait either. 2nd, KVD line conditioner, use it when your spooling new line, also use the night before you plan on fishing, softens up the line nicely, and helps with casting distance, and managability.

As for pitching, use line conditioner too, but keep practicing. I struggled when I first tried it, but know I can pitch 15-25 feet. Now I just need to to work on keeping the bait low to the water while pitchin and Ill be golden

Hope this helps.

-Meat

im getting better at pitching and learned a few tips to help out. 1 fluid motion is key along with keeping the bait as close to the water possible like meat said. another thing to try while you get better at thumbing is turning the internal / external magnetics up almost all the way and really loosening the lure tension knob almost all the way. you can really pitch it a mile without worrying about backlash or thumbing until the very end when you're trying to slow the lure and have a silent presentation.

Hey I have a bunch of The Bass Pro Shops tv shows DVR'ed. One episode has a segment on the differences between flipping and pitching, and how to do each. Another episode KVD does an in depth segment on pitching and gives some good tips. Ill try and upload them onto my comp and send them to you. When you switch to flouro, invest in some decent line. I started using spiderwire flourocarbon this year and it performs amazingly. Its a little more expensive but plenty worth it. Actually i think it's like $20 a spool at dicks which isn't bad. Ive tried a few less expensive brands and many were very tempermental. For me, the spiderwire is probably cheaper in the long run since I'm not cutting out pain in the ass backlashes. As far as casting crankbaits, practice on really loading the rod up in your backswing, let the rod do most of the work. I got my first cranbait rod this year and it took me a little practice to get the hang of it. As far as your pitching/flipping stick, I would go with something much longer, at least 7 and a half feet. It makes a big difference in the distance you'll get. Dick's has a brand of rods called Field and Stream, and this year they came out with a line of technique specific rods including a 7 1/2 flipping stick. They are regularly $59.99 but are often on sale for $49.99. I got one. The quality is great, IM8 graphite, Fuji line guides, and the flipping model is telescopic so you can shorten about 4 in. Shimano actually makes them.

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How far are you currently casting? Your equipment is fine, don't spend any more money than you need to. Plenty of tests have been done that show that one brand of line doesn't far outcast other lines, there may be a total of 1-2 yards difference in casting distance. It's usually technique first and equipment second, and that is the reel primarily.

i would say it has to do with technique mostly. I have actually talked with Denny Brauer with a rod in his hand he sets the tension so the lure falls and stops on the ground with no backlash. I understand he is one of the best but practice ,practice practice. I don't find it that easy but i'm working on it also.

Agreed on technique. Can't remember where I read it, but some pro said when you long cast, you're casting past where the fish are most of the time. Work on technique and accuracy and the fish will come.