"BIG FISH 2006" wrote in message
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yeah, I know kinda cold to be talking about traps up here in Michigan.
But I'm looking for a reel just for them, whats a good gear ratio and
why.


I cam't see where the gear ratio would make a lot of difference in numbersd
of fish caught unless either you have a tendency to fish to fast, or you
fish limited targets and then want to get the bait in fast to hit the next
target.

ie.

If you fish to fast you may want to consider a 5:1 reel. I use one on my
regular crankbait rod.

If you are fishing limited grassbeds where you cast to the target from a
distance, fish it, and then burn the lure in so you can hit the next target
quickly consider a 7:1 reel.

Otherwise I see no reason not to use the same 6:1 reel you use for
everything else. If you have good discipline and no major problems with
your hands or arms there isn't much you can't do with it.

All that being said. All my bait casters except 2 are the regular 6:1 or
whatever it is. I have one 5:1 for crankbaits, and one 7:1 for buzzbaits
(to surface it quickly only).

Bob La Londe
www.YumaBassMan.com