Daiwa D-cast rod and reel combo?

[basslover572]

has anyone bought and used a Daiwa D-cast rod and reel combo? if so do u have any opinions?
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[corndogg55076]

I did buy this combo this past summer because I wanted to get into the baitcaster world. The rod felt pretty good and the reel was pretty smooth but I practiced in the back yard with different weight lures and got extremely frustrated with it. I couldn't make a single cast without getting a rats nest and ended up returning it. I now just recently spent a little money and got the gander mountain X-factor rod and reel combo. The real is actually a quantum energy pt series and the rod is unknown with ganders name on it. It took maybe 10 casts and I had it down. Now I'm still a rookie in the bait cast world but I personally think the better reel made a difference. Me being a rookie... I cant say its good or bad but I hope this helps you a little.
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[Tarpon4me]

The Diawa is a great reel, as most bait casters are now a days with a brand name on the side. As noted in corndog's post, he had trouble casting the Diawa. More than likely the spool's break was just set too loose, or the reel is just that smooth which allows for longer casts with the right level of skill.

Corndog. On the next baitcaster, don't give up on it if you are having trouble tossing it. Adjust the break on the side of the reel according to the weight of the lure you are casting. That will allow you to slow down the speed of the spool, and eliminate back lashes. As your skill improves, you can looses the break, and thus the distance you can cast will increase. Eventually, you'll be able to cast to the full potential of the reel, with lots of practice. Another trick is, make sure you're not trying to cast a lure that is too light for the reel. This is common with "new to baitcaster" anglers. If you find yourself using very small or light lures, your best option may be a spinning reel. I use spinning reels for all my light work, freshwater and saltwater.
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[basslover572]

thanks alot u have been very helpful i have checked it out in the store and everything seemed good. but i was a little currious because i have heard so many times that when it comes to baitcasters you get what u pay for. and the combo is only $65
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[corndogg55076]

Once I actually get my new rod and reel out on the water instead of casting in the warehouse where I work and practice with it a little more I think I would buy the daiwa again. You can't beat the price.
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[BassFishingGuru]

[quote basslover572]has anyone bought and used a Daiwa D-cast rod and reel combo? if so do u have any opinions?[/quote]

Yes, as with previous post, setting the reel is very important. Also, one should never pull line out as it tends to embed the line into the reel. When letting out line, always release the bail.
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