Centerpin Reels

[leadcore troller]

I have been an avid steelhead fisherman for over 25 yrs. Mostly the fall river runs and winter. My tackle of choice has been spinning reels and rods and jigs or bait . I have been hearing more and more the term centerspin reels, are there pro's and con's using this type of reel.  For example , do they cast or is it a strip and toss the line out. Or maybe they have no place for jigs, I don't know , so I'm wondering if theres some input from the LOU community. Any help would be appreciated.

[A23Rmd]

Under a float?

[leadcore troller]

Yes, under a float

[A23Rmd]

Casting is way harder. But allows a more natural float. No drag.

[CaptDennis]

You will hate a centerpin you first couple of trips (lots of tangles) but once you get the hang of it you'll never leave home without it. I recommend casting off the side of the reel until you get the hang of it

[Traveling Circus]

Casting is "different". Look up a couple videos on Wallis cast and you will see how to cast with minimal line twist. Like was mentioned, casting off the side is another method. A combination of the two is what most people use. Spending some time in your yard casting just a heavy float will help you get the hang of it. I spent about 10 hours over the course of a week wallis casting a float in my front yard before ever going to the creek, and I'm sure it saved me alot of frustration. 

 

Most centerpins have no drag system, so the hand on the reel spool is your drag. In the winter months, guide icing can make for more tangles, so you'll get in the habit of deiceing more often or pay the price.  

 

I have changed all of trib trout fishing to centerpinning, and really do enjoy it. 

[leadcore troller]

Everyone thanks for the advice, watched a couple of vids on you tube and i'm gonna give it a try.