How to use a multiplier reel for spinning: types, structure and rules for casting a spinning rod

When is a Bait Reel Required?

Even a novice fisherman can evaluate the pros and cons of a multiplier reel for a spinning rod. The complex design of a multi-reel for a spinning rod greatly affects prices, so low-priced models should be abandoned immediately. They will fail before they allow you to enjoy fishing.

This type of gear can be used for:

• trolling;
• casting from the shore;
• power fishing in a plumb line;
• fishing from a boat.

Multiplier reel

When choosing a baitcasting reel for a spinning rod, it is advisable to find a device with metal drive mechanism components. These last much longer.

What is a baitcasting reel?

As mentioned above, a multiplier coil is a variation of an inertial coil. However, the advantages of a baitcasting reel compared to its predecessor lie in the sharply increased performance indicators , as well as the possibility of its use in a wide variety of types of spinning fishing.

Now let’s look at what a multiplier reel is needed for. The main purpose of the MK is to catch trophy specimens using heavy feeders . If your priority is hunting for large fish, working with heavy lures, if you want to confidently fight fish that can resist being hooked, then you simply need to purchase multiplier reels for a spinning rod.

Now let’s briefly describe how a multiplier spinning reel works. The operating principle of a multiplier reel is quite simple. The body of the product contains a rotating spool capable of holding 40-300 meters of fishing line. Under the tension of the line when casting, the spool rotates freely, freeing as much line as necessary.

By rotating the MK handle, the fisherman activates a gear transmission, which rotates the spool. The simultaneous operation of the worm gear of the line layer ensures smooth and uniform laying of the line across the entire width of the spool.

Multiplier reel device

The animation type is simpler in design than the inertialess type. The fishing line is laid using a worm gear, and the load is transferred to the spool. The latter is usually cylindrical in shape. The gear transmission with the drive mechanism is responsible for the transfer of torque.

Multiplier reel device

To cast a spinning rod, you need to understand the operation of the braking system: the design of a multiplier reel for a spinning rod necessarily includes one of the options - magnetic, mechanical or combined.

Brake

To perform braking when casting occurs, a star-shaped clutch is installed in the reel. The multi-reel for spinning is equipped with metal plates and equipped with a braking system:

• centrifugal (mechanics) - six weights are provided that can be used separately or together;
• magnetic;
• combined.

Multi-reel for spinning
Thanks to one or another type of design, the inertia of the drum during the casting process is reduced. Magnetic TC is suitable for fishing with light baits when the load is light.

An axial brake is also provided. It works when the bait splashes down.

Location of multiplier handles

Multi-reels are available with both right-hand and left-hand handles. They do not differ too much from each other, but it is advisable to assemble rods with different types so that the load on the hands is even.

Right-hand multipliers will be appreciated by anglers who have already used inertial spinning rods. The cast is made with the right hand, then the form is transferred to the left, after which the retrieve is performed.

Left-handed ones are suitable for those who decide to switch from inertia-free ones. There is no need to move the rod here.

Power

Each manufacturer puts information on the body that tells you what load and line diameter the device is designed for. Casting a spinning rod with a multiplier reel without complying with these conditions is fraught with line jams and other unpleasant moments.

Spinning rod with multiplier reel

The power of the gear is determined by the number of drum revolutions per turn of the handle - the gear ratio. If it is small (up to 4.8), then the reel will be more powerful, and the speed of reeling in the line will be lower.

Features of the line laying machine

The fishing line is wound in a helical manner, the layer runs from cheek to cheek. The mechanism can be equipped with a ceramic eye or a wire fork. For monofilament fishing line, both options are used, for braided line only the first one is used.

In order not to lose casting range, the line guide is removed and the process is adjusted with your fingers. Some models have the ability to turn off the stacker without dismantling it.

It is important to ensure that the mechanism is located correctly - in the center of the drum.

Device Features

In general, the design of a multiplier reel differs significantly from both “meat grinders” and old inertial ones. Both “soap dishes” and “barrels” are similar in terms of general design. A metal (in the vast majority of cases) spool to which the load from a cord or fishing line is transferred, fixed inside a metal or plastic case. Rotation from the handle is transmitted to the spool through a gear transmission; the line guide is driven by a worm gear, the components of which are often the weak point of the entire device, as they are often made of plastic.

These reels have two devices that prevent the line from tangling during casting and the formation of beards: a mechanical brake, and, depending on the specific model, a magnetic or centrifugal one. Both devices prevent beard formation, but do so at different points in the cast, and both require adjustment. The mechanical one is triggered when the bait already touches the water. The spool continues to rotate at this moment, and without a brake, a beard is almost guaranteed. Magnetic and centrifugal options are arranged somewhat differently. They are also adjusted to the weight of the baits, but they work at the moment of casting, since it is during casting that the drum rotates at a very high speed, which is fraught with unpleasant consequences. Based on the moment of actuation, it is possible to carry out differential diagnostics of the localization of the problem - a beard on the bait's flight - the reason is in the centrifugal (or magnetic) brake, at the moment of splashdown - in the mechanical one.

It is the adjustment of the multiplier reel, which is necessary for different weights of bait, that often scares off novice fishermen.

Setting up the multiplier

To use a baitcasting reel for a spinning rod, you will need to spend time setting it up correctly. If a centrifugal brake is used, it is recommended to leave 1-2 weights to start with. This way the cast will be as far as possible without running the spool.

The main brake needs to be set as follows:

1. Mount the reel on the rod.
2. Hang the bait of the desired weight and size.
3. Adjust the brake so that after a slight swing the bait drops 30-40 cm.

Adjusting the multiplier
Thanks to this, casting will take place without tangling the line and dashing.

It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions when choosing the thickness of the gear. Otherwise, the increased load may damage the mechanism. It is not recommended to tighten the friction brake.

A few words in favor of cartoonists

The design of multipliers is much simpler than that of inertialess reels, in which the number of elements can reach up to a hundred, as we wrote about in the article “How to use a multiplier reel for spinning and its principle of operation.” But even in this case, it requires quite careful handling and care. Do not allow it to get into water, but if this cannot be avoided, the reel must be opened and thoroughly cleaned.

1. Quite often you can hear that you need to choose only an expensive reel, since cheap ones do not work well. In fact, this is not true, 80 percent of Americans use multis starting at $50.
2. Fishermen are alarmed by the fact that after almost every fishing trip it is necessary to do maintenance. This is not true, the multiplier works perfectly throughout the entire fishing season, the exception is if it gurgles into the water.
3. A lot of articles have been written about casting gear with a baitcaster, after reading which you begin to realize how difficult it is to cast with such a reel. In fact, everything is exactly the opposite. The main thing is to adjust the brake to the bait that will be used for fishing.
4. A form for a multiplier can only be expensive. The statement is not entirely true; sensitivity is more determined by the reel and tactile transmission to the angler’s hand.
5. The thread can be used of any cross-section, and this will not affect the range of the tackle.
6. The fear of cartoons can be caused by another factor - the formation of beards. With sufficient skill, it is not difficult to avoid this, and unraveling the knot is often quite simple.

At fishing competitions, athletes prefer to work with multiplier reels that are capable of making long casts while accurately targeting the fishing spot. Modern cartoons are equipped with handles on both the left and right sides.

Adjusting the multiplier reel brakes

It often happens to an inexperienced fisherman that the cast fails and the line comes off more than necessary, the excess of which gets tangled and forms a beard. This is characterized by several factors:

• lack of bait casting skills or experience with another type of reel;
• incorrectly adjusted friction brakes of the multiplier;
• incorrectly selected equipment, for example, the cross-section of the line is larger than that indicated on the reel marking.

The first brake mechanism controls the rotation speed of the spool during casting. That is, the fisherman, sending the bait forward, causes the drum to rotate at a high speed, which can overtake the line. The inter-axial braking system stops the drum after splashing down the equipment, when the bait has already stopped and the spool is still rotating.

For successful fishing, it is enough to set the brakes once. The mechanical brake is set to half the force and then, during fishing, is adjusted more precisely depending on how the animator behaves. The magnetic brake is adjusted so that when the bait comes into contact with the pond, the drum makes one revolution.

How to care for a cartoon

Before using a baitcasting reel for a spinning rod, you need to do some preparation. Typically, drive mechanisms are heavily lubricated for long-term storage. Therefore it is required:

1. Unscrew the fasteners to remove the spool.
2. Remove the element and find the bearings on it.
3. Wipe their surface with a rag soaked in kerosene.
4. Treat parts that come into contact during rotation in the same way.
5. Remove excess lubricant from the brake system.

After fishing, spinning will also require attention. The worm gear should be cleaned of any sand and dirt that may have entered it so as not to cause excessive wear. They check for cleanliness and line laying.

Moving parts will need to be lubricated from time to time. It is advisable to choose branded formulations designed for this.

It is recommended to loosen the clutch after fishing - fluoroplastic plates have memory, and when tightened they gradually lose the necessary characteristics.

How to cast a spinning rod with a multi-reel

A video on using a baitcasting reel for a spinning rod helps beginners understand how to cast this type of fishing gear.

To prevent the fishing line from getting tangled, you need to rely on some principles:

• the swing and cast are performed smoothly so that the spool does not develop additional acceleration;
• during unwinding, hold the bobbin with your finger;
• for long-distance casting, the bait is lowered from the tip of the spinning rod by at least 40 cm so that the line is stretched and the load is accelerated.

Mastering the technique is not difficult if you are careful.

Coil Setting

How to set up a multiplier reel for comfortable fishing? Everything is quite simple, but it will require some skill and a little time. A mechanical brake is easiest to set up on shore. To do this, attach the bait to the leash, which will be used for fishing; the form is placed parallel to the surface of the earth. The nozzle is released and the behavior of the spool is monitored at the moment it touches the ground. If the bait falls to the ground unhindered, and after the fall the spool makes half a turn or a turn, the brake is set properly, otherwise it is necessary to tighten/loosen until the desired result is obtained.

Photo 3. And this is what the “soap box” looks like.

Setting up a centrifugal/magnetic brake is a bit more complicated. Here everything is set up empirically - through trial and error. If the bait splashes down too close, then you should loosen the brake, but if dashes appear, and, as a result, beards, the brake needs to be strengthened.

How to use such a reel without using a brake? To increase casting distance, many experienced fishermen do not use both brakes and dismantle the line guide. At the same time, the tackle is controlled in the old fashioned way, with a finger.

Attention! Casting range increases significantly if you control the line when casting with your finger, and also if you remove the line guide, but these are solutions for experienced anglers.

Advantages and disadvantages of a multiplier reel

The pros and cons of a multiplier reel for spinning rods are worth considering in detail.

Pros:

• greater sensitivity to bites;
• casting range does not depend on the choice of fishing line thickness;
• The weight of the set is small - no more than 300 g;
• low landing of the rings, close location of the spool to the blank;
• thanks to the design, the line does not twist;
• suitable for fishing with wobblers;
• allows you to use baits of different weights.

Advantages and disadvantages of a multiplier reel
Cons:

• you will have to first master the casting technique;
• winding onto the spool is slower than when using a spinning reel;
• you will need to adjust the brakes;
• the cost is quite high;
• using ultralight bait is not always effective;
• not suitable for fishing in winter.

The main advantage of multipliers is the ability to use impressive bait and high casting accuracy.

Summing up

Let's highlight the strengths and weaknesses of multiplier products:

• due to the upper position of the reel, the tackle is more sensitive to bites, but at the same time more inconvenient;
• allows the use of super-heavy tackle and bait;
• relatively high price for branded products;
• it is necessary to have a fishing rod with a certain arrangement of rings;
• high power in small size;
• the accuracy and casting distance does not depend on the diameter of the main cord;
• Constant detailed adjustment of the brake system is required.

Meanwhile, there has long been a debate about which reel is better - a multiplier or a spinning reel? The answer to this question does not lie in listing the distinctive characteristics of each model. Rather, there is a more sacramental meaning here.

By choosing a spinning reel model, you are choosing an easy-to-handle model with an average cost.

If you use a multiplier, you will have many hours spent studying various manuals on the device and how to properly configure the mechanism. But what at first glance scares off inexperienced fishermen is a treasure trove for true connoisseurs.

Which reels are better: multiplier or spinning reels?

The table helps to compare multis and spinning reels: