Bass Pro Shops® 2011 MegaCast® Baitcast Combos
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Along with a price tag that can't be beat, the Bass Pro Shops 2011 MegaCast Baitcast Combos offer the performance-based features that allow anglers to fight fish, and not their gear.
The Bass Pro Shops® MegaCast® Baitcast Reel is now more palmable than ever with lightweight features like our Recurve handle and graphite frame. It's also never been smoother with a 4-bearing system and 10-position magnetic braking system. Other features include 6.3:1 gearing, machined-aluminum spool, Powerlock - instant anti-reverse, 12 lbs. of drag power and a smooth star drag.
The 2011 MegaCast Baitcast Combo pairs our lightweight baitcaster with a durable graphite composite rod featuring comfortable cork handles, aluminum oxide guides, and a nylon reel seat.
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| M = Medium |
| MH = Medium Heavy |
Line recovery in inches per handle turn.
Rated 4 out of 5Â by 104
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Rated 5 out of 5 Awesome Combo
This was my first bait caster and I haven't had any problems with it, At first I was having some strong backlash but After turning the Tension dial to 10 and then working my way down they have become A LOT less frequent.. Im still getting used to it but I would definitely recommend to a friend from the experience I've had with it
July 17, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5Â by StLBluesfan A cinch so far...
Bought this as my first baitcaster. Didn't wqant to make a big-dollar commitment, so the $39.99 price point was perfect. Did a quick google search for tuning in the reel and went to the pond down the street. I tied on a 3/4 oz. spoon and dialed in the casting control knob. Kept the brake parked in between 5-6 and started chucking it. Probably backlashed 5 times out of 100 casts. Can't see why I was so apprehensive about trading out my spinning rig, but can't see going back to it as my every day choice. Got a trip in 4 weeks. Hopefully it will be full of calls for "fish on".
July 16, 2012
Rated 4 out of 5Â by Cfish2 C_fisher
I ordered the 6'6 mh combo the reel isn't bad smooth and seems to be pretty good so far with a little fine tuning... The rod on the other hand was to light for my likings it was closer to m then mh... This combo would be great for learning how to cast a bait cast or just as a back up
July 9, 2012
Rated 3 out of 5Â by BlitzkriegATX Sorta-MegaCast
I should probably start by saying that I have been fishing for years, but this is my first baitcaster. It didn't take me more than a few days to be able to cast it reliably - it seems to be quite user-friendly, but I have no basis for comparison.
I'm giving this combo three stars, because the reel feels cheap and is made of high density plastic - the rod, however, is nice and very sensitive, though it is a little on the heavy-side when compared to higher quality rods.
I've had this for a couple of weeks now and fished it a few times. Every now and then, the button on the reel decides not to click down when I push the button and I end up smacking something (quite hard) with my lure or have to press, reel in, and press again several times as a result. I'm fairly sure that this is due to me receiving a defective reel, but I can't be sure. It seemed to be working fine for the first few days, though.
The mechanical and magnetic braking systems work nicely and are fairly tunable. The drag system, however, could be better. It feels like the weakest part on the reel, is made out of thin plastic and isn't all that exact. The reel does come with a warranty, though.
tl;dr
Good quality rod, not so much the reel
June 26, 2012
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Is this combo good to start with i'm 24 just geting back into fishing after 5 years and if so what line should I use where I fish it is a rocky bottom, mudy water and alot of vegation.
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I recently bought this combo with a 7' med-heavy rod. Once you get it tuned in, it's fool proof. I'm running 30 lb Power Pro braided line and throwing 1 1/2 ounce swimbaits with ease. You cant go wrong with this combo. I hope this helps. Goodluck and FISH ON!!!
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Great combo but the reel was spent after about 3 months of use. The rod is bullet proof. I fish the same type of water as you and use 12 lb. fluorocarbonAnswers
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It is a right-handed retrieve.
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You can purchase the left handed model or the right handed. They do not make a model where you can switch up the retrieve. Hope that helps.Answers
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Not sure exactly how much but i use 10lb mono and it will hold more than enough. I have not had any issues with the amount.
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yes 10 lb mono will fit fine i use 12 lb on mine
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The reel capacity is 140 yds of 10# test.Answers
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Not a specifically designed flipping reel, if thats what your asking, but you could flip with it.
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In my opinion, no. It is a bait casting combo. I have never done flipping with this combo without getting a bird's nest mess. I use it to cast into the weeds from a distance from my boat. I love this combo where I re-learned how to baitcast once again, I had been using strickly spining gear. Now I use both, however, when I change from spinning to bait casting I must remember to put my thumb on the line when I cast.Answers
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I'm new-ish to fishing and wonder if this would work for trout fishing the MH rod using 12/14lb fused line. If theres a better rig to use please say. Thanks!Answers
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I would go with a medium rod for lake trout with 10lb monofilament or fluorocarbon depending on the body of water and what I'm using.For river/stream trout I would use an ultra-lite setup with 4lb mono.
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In my humble opinion I would not use a bait caster while trout fishing. Usually the lures are too light. If I were you I'd get a good spinning reel. Can't go wrong with a good spinner while trout fishing.Details:Â
I'm right handed and I like to use my right hand to control my rod. I use my left for reeling. Is this reel left handed or right handed?Answers
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mine was right handed i bought it from the store and it wasnt where it was supposed to be but i think it is only right handed PS this one u hold the reel with your right handDetails:Â
The description says the action is either M or MH, but I'm pretty sure they mean power, not action. Can someone confirm what the power AND action is for these rods? Thanks!Answers
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Mine is a medium action. Don't know about power.
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This thing is a beef stick and has plenty of power. I would have to say its more medium than medium heavy.
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We have this correct. The action of a rod, sometimes referred to as "power" determines how much effort it take to get the rod to flex.Answers
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If you want to reel using your left hand (meaning holding the rod with your right hand and using your left on the handle), then you need a left-hand retrieve.
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