spinning vs. baitcasting for light tackle

[Bergen Angler]

Having a tough time casting far for light tackles (1/8 oz crankbait, tricky worm, etc.) with a baitcaster. Is it better to use a longer rod with 4-6 lb line on a baitcaster? or just switch to a spinning reel? Thanks.

[Jigman13]

Baitcasters tend to require a bit of heft in the lure dept for efficient casting. A spinning outfit is much more suitable for lures that are lighter.

[tycomps]

ditto, I use baitcaster for frogs, spinnerbaits, and spoons. spinning reel for soft plastics and small stuff. length of rod should determine distance of cast. light test and baitcasters don't play well together.

[Lard Almighty]

Definitely go with spinning gear for light line/finesse fishing.

[Bergen Angler]

Thank you for all your help and input. Spinning reel it is.

[Moz]

The weight/action of the rod for a baitcaster is the bigger factor IMO. I have a medium weight/fast action rod that I can cast weightless plastics a good ways with, but putting the same lure on my medium-heavy/fast action rod would have me only casting it out about 15 feet or so.

For really light stuff as others have posted spinning is the way to go.

[Dr. Duckbutter]

While I would agree that spinning gear is in most cases a better option for throwing finesse rigs, The correct baitcast setup can also be really effective and in my opininion much more enjoyable to use. Reels like the Daiwa pixy,Abu Garcia Revo MGX and Shimano Curado 50e are great for throwing extremely light stuff. As far as the rod, I like using something around the 6'-6" to 7' length what has a real strong backbone but an extra fast tip. Lately I've been using a baitcast combo to throw weightless 4 inch senkos with better dinstance and accuracy than i can with my most quality spinning/ finesse rig.