Why do you need a baitrunner on a reel?
The baitrunner in the mechanism of operation of the inertialess reel acts as a second braking device, capable of both spontaneous release of the main cord and its rigid fixation. In combination with the clutch, the main brake of the inertia-free action, the possibility of a backup allows you to configure the reel to more effectively catch large fish and prevent the loss of gear as a result of its being pulled from the supports at the time of an aggressive bite or temporary loss of sight of the gear. Another practical feature of the mechanism is the function of measuring depth using a marker float.
Important! Ordinary fishing reels without this functionality differ from baitrunner reels in that they are lighter in weight and visually look less massive.
Why do you need a baitrunner?
Any spinning reel is equipped with a front brake called a drag. With its help you can tighten and relax the stroke of the reel. This is necessary so that when hooking or jerking a fish when it bites, the fishing line does not break, and a fishing rod left unattended is not pulled into the water by a large carp. The double system allows you to configure the tackle so flexibly that even a beginner can cope with landing fish weighing more than 10 kg.
The lever on the reel, located at its base, is the baitrunner. You can turn it on by pressing your finger without letting go of the rod. When there is a bite, the line comes off the reel freely. Thanks to the additional mechanism, it became possible to instantly loosen the fishing line. The only caveat is that this made the reel heavier and at the same time made it more expensive, but there is always something to choose from among powerful carp rods in order to put together a balanced tackle.
How the mechanism works
Operation in the activated state is the ability to provide the reel mechanism with complete disconnection of the spool from the transmission mechanism circuit. As a result of this action, the cord from the spool becomes free to spontaneously drop, which occurs fully automatically under certain maximum loads. The load on the cord is provided by the fish that takes the bait.
When a bite is detected, the fishing reel with the baitrunner is switched to normal operation by rotating the mechanism handle or bringing the function lever to its original position, which is identical to the actions of the fisherman during fishing. Further functions of the brake and control of the release of the cord are taken over by the clutch, which completes the manipulations of catching the trophy, bringing it to its logical end.
How to use the bayrunner?
Having two clutches at the same time, the fisherman will be able to almost instantly react to danger when a fish in the process of biting can drag the rod away. At this moment, the prey is quite capable of unwinding the rod with little effort, although when turning the handle and hooking, the rear clutch will not work. At this moment you can safely take your trophy.
Thanks to the presence of a reel with a baitrunner, you will have an excellent opportunity to catch not only carp, but also barbel, crucian carp, tench, silver carp and many other fish.
This mechanism is suitable for use as a donkey, a feeder, and even a spinning type of fishing tackle.
Imagine a large, toothy pike dragging your gear deep into the pond. But you cannot immediately loosen the clutch.
This is where a baitrunner reel will come to your aid.
After pressing a small lever, the handle will begin to move freely, and after it returns to its original position, it will ensure the same reliable control of the fishing line.
A lever provided at the normal location of the brake will allow the resistance to be released or reset.
In other words, during the bite process the fish will not feel any inconvenience or discomfort.
It will continue to tighten the monofilament until the alarm goes off. Now you just need to close the bayrunner with a slight turn of the handle. After disabling this option, the standard adjustment system will immediately work.
Good luck with your bite and trophy-sized fish! After all, with a reel with a baitrunner there will be no other catch!
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Scope of application of the function in fishing
Baitrunner reels are simply irreplaceable in bottom fishing for large fish. This is due to the fact that sometimes the fisherman has to wait quite a long time for a cautious fish to bite, and at the same time it is not always possible to observe the loaded fishing tackle. With this method of fishing, which is mainly carp fishing, several rods are often used simultaneously. In this case, simultaneous bites threaten the loss of the rod, simply pulling it into the pond. Therefore, a baitrunner on a reel is needed.
By activating the function on the rods located in the rod, the angler can calmly engage in secondary activities, only strictly reacting to the sounds of bite alarms. There is no need to worry about the integrity of the rod.
Important! The baitrunner ensures unhindered release of the cord before the operation of hooking the fish through the direct actions of the fisherman.
But the rod protection function is not the only advantage of such reels. A baitrunner on a reel is also an excellent opportunity to supply bait or lure to the fishing area. Fishermen carry out this technique when installing live bait or other bait, when they transport the installation by water to the fishing area and install it at a certain point. By activating the cord release function, the rod is delivered to the shore and mounted in its working position.
This feature of a spinning reel performs approximately the same function in trolling fishing. Here the angler activates the mechanism for free release of the cord while the boat is moving, when it is necessary to move a wobbler or other similar equipment to a certain point with particular precision. Leaving the wobbler on the surface, lower the required length of cord, transferring the reel to the clutch operation. When marking and determining depths, it is quite rational to use the capabilities of a coil with this function. Having moved the depth gauge equipment to the required point, after casting it, the free feed mechanism is turned on and the depth level is determined by measuring the cut of the fallen fishing line or braided cord. Using a baitrunner in all the cases presented above is quite simple, comfortable and effective.
How to use and properly adjust gear when fishing for carp
Now let's talk a little about practice. More precisely, it’s about how to set up a reel with a baitrunner when fishing for carp.
Let us note right away that this mechanism can be adjusted. In this case, it is recommended to adjust the forces of the baitrunner so that it is softer than the clutch.
If you do the opposite, then there will be no point in using such a coil. When the friction clutch is set to a softer force than that of the baitrunner, the line begins to be released from the spool only due to it. As a result, a bite from a large fish may result in the equipment breaking. Therefore, it is important to properly adjust the stroke of the baitrunner. This is done using a drum located at the back of the reel. By rotating it, you can adjust the softness/hardness.
How to use the tackle and rod with such a reel? There is nothing complicated. However, if an angler is just starting to master a reel with a baitrunner, he may encounter difficulties. After all, it is necessary to take some additional actions. Therefore, we will present in detail a small algorithm that should be followed:
- The first step is to cast.
- Next, we install the rod on a special stand or secure it in another way.
- We move the lever or bracket of the bayrunner to the working position.
- We are waiting for a bite. You can find out that a fish has grabbed the bait both by the sound of the alarm and by the clicks of the clutch. At this moment, due to the baitrunner, the line will unwind from the spool, giving the carp some freedom.
- We take the rod in our hands and begin to turn the reel handle. The line will unwind. Moreover, the unwinding function will turn off on its own.
- Now when fishing you can only use the friction clutch.
From the video you will learn about reels with a baitrunner for carp fishing:
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Coil Setting
Important! The main condition for setting up the mechanism is its synchronization with the main brake or clutch.
The baitrunner adjustment itself, which adjusts the tightening force of the line by means of the spool rotation speed, is carried out by a clamping mechanism, which, when tightened, increases the load on the rotation of the spool, and when loosening the screw, it is completely removed. By adjusting the clamping force in this way, they pull the cord from the spool, determining the desired parameter for the magnitude of the applied force.
But in this case, it is worth noting that not all models of spinning reels that have a baitrunner function are equipped with a mechanism for its fine regulation. Often a function in a mechanism can be either completely turned on or completely turned off using the lever already described above. With this option, there is no practical need to synchronize the two brake mechanisms, but in the opposite case, the clutch settings are made more rigid than the baitrunner settings.
Having lowered the fishing line and switched the reel to the clutch operating mode, the cord should only be pulled in with extreme loads exceeding the strength of the fishing line, which for the operating conditions of a baitrunner descent is not the main and primary task.
What is a buyrunner
A baitrunner is a special device that is located on a spinning reel in the form of a lever that can control the system. It is designed to disconnect the clutch from the reel, that is, this device, when turned on, helps the fisherman to throw away the line during a bite without any problems, as if the clutch on the fishing rod was not set to tighten.
Although the baitrunner increases the weight and overall price of the reel, it helps in preserving the gear, which is its main advantage.
How to choose a reel with this system
An angler who has decided on the question of why he needs a mechanism with a baitrunner must also understand the principles of choosing the appropriate thing, based on its appearance and functional capacity. It is worth choosing a spinning reel in a metal case and preferably made of light alloys, since the presence of great functionality of the product significantly increases the bulk of the reel.
The components of the case must be screwed together without flaws, which indicates the high quality of water resistance of the mechanism. The operation of braking systems is determined by the application of force to a piece of cord tied to the spool. The movements of the spool should be even and smooth, without lameness or extraneous noise. The regulating mechanism should allow maneuvering the tightening forces of the cord both upward and downward, which should be clearly felt.
A good product has adequate weight, it is not very light, it has a neat appearance, without sagging in the coatings or dissimilarities in the gaps. We can definitely say that cheap plastic plagiarisms will show their weaknesses even at the first significant load, and their practical implementation will only cause frustration from missed opportunities.
Rating of reels with baitrunner
The rating of reels is based on their quality and cost characteristics, which allow the fisherman to combine the reliability of using the mechanism and at the same time not put undue pressure on his budget, observing the principle of democratic accessory cost.
- Mechanisms produced by Shimano are very popular among carp anglers. Exage 4000 RC reel in the manufacturer’s line deserves special attention. After all, the lightweight body and high gear ratio provide the most comfortable conditions when catching large fish. The price relative to other top companies is much more pleasant, but the reliability of this company has been tested over the years and is beyond doubt.
- The well-known Daiwa is no less loved by anglers. Its fishing accessories are valued for the reliability and balanced operation of the mechanism. The price of the company's products is only slightly higher than that of the previous top manufacturer, but such an excess is not a hindrance for fans of the brand. I would like to mention the lightweight reel with the Regal 3000 XIA . Smooth running and meticulous adjustment of the brake mechanisms provide ideal control over the fishing of especially trophy specimens.
- Okum has presented a masterpiece in this field of fishing products. Epixor Eb Dfitfeeder model is distinguished by high water resistance and a large spool volume, which in addition has a titanium non-wearing finish on the side and the base itself. The budget is also reasonable.
- BANAX GT Extreme-3000 is worthy of being among the top buyrunner representatives. The manufacturer was able to achieve high reliability of the mechanism by making the working gear transmission from a brass component, and the body itself from a duralumin alloy, which significantly reduced the weight of the product and eliminated the possibility of corrosion, without compromising its performance qualities. Price is in the middle range.
- The top five will be closed by the representative of the Salmo company, the hard worker Diamond Baitrunner 5+1 RD . A lightweight reel with an elegant main aluminum spool with a hinged side and the ability to wind up to two hundred meters of line. Five bearings of the mechanism guarantee reliable operation and fast winding. The price is budget.
I hope that the presented list will help a beginner save on money and get a reliable base of gear at the beginning of his career, and will provide food for an experienced fisherman for a comparative analysis with mechanisms proven by personal experience in practical use.
