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How to clean baitcasters

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It can seem like a lot of effort cleaning baitcasting reels after each fishing trip. However, most fishing reel faults can be put down to the fact that it was not cleaned properly and now has corroded parts or instead underperforms. For many anglers, this is the most frustrating problem.. Even more so if it is one of their favourite baitcasting reels that has been affected.

On any fishing trip, though, you should make sure you clean all of your kit, and the most important is probably your fishing reel. A good reel should last you for a long time due to the quality construction, however, like any mechanical device it also needs to be looked after.

The 3 quick tips, however, will help to keep your reel in good condition.

The first thing you need to do is to take the reel off the rod, and then remove the handle - In most cases, just unwind the handle as they have a reverse locking system. Next, with a damp cloth, wipe over the visible areas of the reel. When you do so, be sure that you use clean water and especially not salt water as this will corrode inside.

Depending on the reel you have you will then need to remove the sideplate. Some of them unclip, or unwind while others are screwed in place - you should consult the manual if you are unsure. Then its just a case of removing any dirt with a swab and picking out any other debris that may have found its way inside. Apply some bearing grease, or WD40 to the bearings and gears while you are inside as well to keep them fresh as this is one of the main causes of reel failure. When you have done this part, put the sideplate back on.

You should finally give the handle a good wash as this is likely to have water, bait and all other dirt over it. In most cases, a rinse with water will be fine but if it is very mucky then wash it when you get in with soapy water.

As you can see, if doesnt take much to look after a reel, and if you do you will keep it performing like it did when you first got it. The next time a reel plays up in the middle of your retrieve then perhaps its time to start looking at your maintenance routine. Fishing reels, especially some baitcasting reels, are not cheap, so look after them.

There is a lot more to be gained from using baitcasting reels and if you are new to fishing then I strongly urge you to try one. If you would like some more information, hints, tips or are looking for a bargain then please visit my website on baitcasting fising reels.