Baitcaster truth: your thumb is your best friend

So I was helping a buddy pick his first baitcaster yesterday and realized how much misinformation is out there. Here's the real deal: Small baitcasters work best with 1/4-1/2 oz lures. Anything lighter? Just grab a spinning reel - it'll cast way further and save you headaches. All those fancy digital features? Skip 'em. Your thumb + basic braking is all you need. Yeah, you'll get bird's nests at first, but that's how we all learned. The old-timers only had their thumb and caught plenty of fish. I keep my spinning rod for guests now - less time untangling, more time fishing! 😅 What's your take? Team baitcaster or spinning for light lures? #fishing #BaitcasterTips #FishingAdvice #Anglers