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Comment by Jeff Soto on March 9, 2011 at 7:49pm

ULTRALIGHT!  There is no better way (or fun way) to fish for our favorite fish, the Bluegill!  Where I fish here in southern California, you HAVE to use very light lines because of the clear water and finicky fish.  For us to catch a big Bluegill, crappie or Redear, we've had to learn how to use tiny jigs on 2 lb test line by also using the correct rods and ultralight spinning reels with extra-smooth drag systems.  Some of those giant panfish can really take off, especially the  Redears!

Comment by Lord of the Fly , Rods on March 9, 2011 at 6:55pm

I just wanted yall to know I too use ul equipment, not just a flyrod. I use a 5 ft graphite spinning rod,line weight 1-4 lbs,lure weight 1/16-1/4 oz, flurocarbon line, with different hi -speed retrive , lots of ball bearings spinning reels. This set up is what I use to chase smallmouth  in the Ozark rivers, I catch plenty of bluegill with this, sometimes bluegill think they are smallmouth and act like it. All my artificials are downsized bass lures, spinners ,spoons,jigs, and plastic worms. Micro-spins are my favorites. So whats your favorite ul lure.

Comment by Zach Pierce on March 9, 2011 at 1:03pm

Has anyone heard of Okuma and have thoughts on them?

 

Also are there any brands I should stay clear of?

Comment by John Sheehan on March 9, 2011 at 11:51am

Delete Comment Zack -Maybe get a rod rated  for 1-4 lb test in your price range and a second rod rated 2-6 and get a good reel with a spare spool  like a Pflueger .Use different line  strength on each spool and save money swapping reels until you can afford a second reel.

Comment by John Sheehan on March 9, 2011 at 11:39am

Trout fishing in a small creek with jumping fish up to a foot long with 2#test is a blast! I wouldn't mind at all hooking and landing bigger fish  on 2# test .It is a great feel with UL gear.

Derrick, I 'm sure more UL enthusiasts will be coming your way shortly. Thanks for starting the group.

Comment by Zach Pierce on March 9, 2011 at 11:36am

I need to get a few UL setups can anyone recomend a few options depending on what they are used for.

I would like to get a nice one but really prefer to buy an inexpensive setup that I can use for BG, as I do not have much to spend at this time.

Thanks

Comment by Derrick on March 9, 2011 at 11:32am

I started fishing ultra light when I was a kid.  The pond that I fished, was a heavily fished county park pond. Being new to fishing I had a handmedown zebco 202 I only fished for bluegill there, (very very small bluegill) and the rod was good enough for a long time to come.  It seemed to me though that these little fish might be more fun if I used a lighter rod.  I was right I bought a cheap little rod, a cheap little reel, some 4# test, and when I caught that first fish I knew I was on to something I loved.  There's been a lot of little fish, and a few big fish caught since then.  While the equipment that I now use has gotten better, and the fish I catch are more likely to be bigger ( I did say more likely ), I am so glad I got Hooked on ultra light.  If you haven't figured it out yet let me say it again  I love to fish with ultra light.  Let's hear from some anglers that share my love of ULTRALIGHT fishing fish tales are welcome.

Comment by John Sheehan on March 9, 2011 at 11:30am

ONLY UL equipment? Sorry thats not me .Can I still be in the group because I like UL fishing also?

Comment by John Sheehan on March 9, 2011 at 11:23am

I consider Ultra Light Fishing to be 4# test and under .1/4 oz. and lighter lures or baits.What are you guys thinking?I use 2# test on a Shimano Sensilite 5'6' rod rated for 1-4 #test at the bottom of my ul range.4 lb test I will troll 1/4 oz Cranks on an UL Ugly Stick at the pinnacle of my UL ranges.

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