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Fishing Reel Bearing - All You Need To Know

Fishing reel bearings fall into six categories these days: roller bearings, ball bearings, journal bearings, needle bearings, thrust bearings, and tapered bearings. Roller and ball bearings are the ones usually used, so I?ll get into detail about these two.

OK, first off, let?s examine the ?tech specs? of fishing reel bearings, particularly ball and roller bearings. There are two ?runway? tracks (technically called races) that the bearings, held in place by a cage, slide on while the bearing is spinning. To make sure the rollers and the cage don?t come out, there is a round shield and a shield retainer between the two races. If you want to examine a bearing, first pop out the shield retainer with a knife with a pointed tip or a needle, being careful not to loose it (it acts like a spring), then take the shield off.

How about oiling your bearing? You should oil them at least every year to retain long life and to keep your reel smoother. First, you?ll want to clean them. Putting some WD-40 on it and dabbing them on a paper towel or cloth is good way to get it done. Once you?re done cleaning it, I would recommend putting drops of oil from an applicator in between the two races. Be sure to buy quality oil recommended by your reel manufacturer. I use Quantum Hot Sauce and has worked for me very well. If there is a shield and retainer on the bearing, there is usually a little opening in between the races, so just let the oil drip in between them. Make sure not to put too much in the bearing, a couple of drops will do. Many people make the mistake of putting to much oil in the bearing which shortens the life of it and makes the handle hesitate to move freely.

Roller bearings for fishing reels have cylinders, or metal tubes, which ride in between the races. This type of bearing usually takes on low speeds and high loads because the roller, or cylinder, is rolling on a wide race. There is usually only one of these bearings in a fishing reel.

Fishing reel ball bearings usually take on high speeds and light loads because of less friction caused by the thinness of the race. Ball bearings do look different than roller bearings in that roller bearings are generally larger and have much wider races than ball bearings because of the long cylinders used roller bearings verses the tiny balls used in ball bearings.

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Night Fishing for Speckled Trout

Night fishing for speckled trout has become my favorite saltwater fishing tactics. Start off the morning waiting at home or at work for sunset, load up the truck with my heavy-duty night light, rod and reel, lure box and head off to my secret fishing spot were it's only me and 100's of speckled trout to be caught. Speckled trout night fishing is easy for youngsters to start getting in love with saltwater fishing at night. I would suggest that the first outing would be some were private. I have seen many things happen at night on a fishing pier, mostly kids getting hooked in the face or knocked down by a fisherman not looking where he was going.

Speckled trout at night can act so different at times when night fishing. They can be 2 feet below the water having a feeding frenzy or they can be on top of the water as if it were an underwater firework display. I have 3 lures that I absolute love to use when fishing for speckled trout at night.

1. Glass minnows
2. Speck Rigs
3. Crystal Minnow plug

Usually I use the glass minnows tandem rigged (two of the same lures used at once) when the trout are real active at night. The lures are good to me because they match what the trout are feeding on at night, and they are small and can be worked reeeeeealllllly slow. This will make them want it even more. When I take my own light it is ran on a tripod stand with a 1000 watt generator with a strong stage spot light. This makes a perfect fishing experience for night fishing for speckled trout.

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Memorable Bass Fishing Trips

If you fish for sport, chances are you one of the many fishermen hooked on bass fishing. It is funny really if you think about it because the fisherman is hooked on fishing as much as the fish get hooked on a fisherman's line. Bass fishing is one of the most exciting and fun recreational sports out there and the fact that it has turned into a multi billion industry is the perfect proof that there simply is not contest as to bass fishing being the best there is.

If you are hoping to improve your performance in the sport, the easiest way to boost your level is by going on frequent bass fishing trips. This is because, it is true that practice makes perfect. Increasing your bass fishing trips will increase your chances of gaining insight into your game and developing the skills and techniques that are needed for you to be able to catch that coveted 10 pounder.

Also, taking frequent bass fishing trips to a few fishing areas will increase your knowledge of the water as well as the bass habits that will be invaluable to your fishing. Increased bass fishing trips will not only improve your bass catch but will also immensely increase the quality of relationship you have with your fishing partner. Needless to say, it is necessary for one to have a fishing partner when it comes to bass fishing. That is why increased bass fishing trips will help you develop stronger bonds with your fishing partner.

The triumph of overcoming the many challenges of bass fishing with your fishing partner is priceless. If you don't happen to be sold on this mushy idea of developing stronger ties with your fishing partner, then that's just fine. You still however should go more often on bass fishing trips with your fishing partner so that you can both practice together and build a synchronicity that is completely invaluable in the art of bass fishing.

It is already challenging enough to first hook the bass on your angler but the next challenge is being able to count on your fishing partner to net the fish once it is time. Not to mention, you and your partner need to move in tandem so that you don't tangle into each other and into your fishing gear as you amble around your fishing boat to catch the much coveted bass. See now, while practicing on your own is good, you will still need the cooperation of your fishing partner here so you need to go on more bass fishing trips together.

If your family complains about not seeing you enough because of the numerous bass fishing trips you take in a year then you may want to consider tagging one family member along as your fishing partner instead. Perhaps you can take your son or sons along on your fishing trips and share the wonderful world of bass fishing with your family, during your bass fishing trips.

Lastly, perhaps you may begin to feel the toll of frequent bass fishing trips on your pocket. These trips are don't come cheap; that's for sure. To recover costs, join local then eventually, national bass fishing competitions. A lot of money can be made in these competitions and from all your practice, you're sure to bring home the trophy.

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