Learning how to cast a baitcaster can be very beneficial. Although it may seem intimidating at first, and rightfully so, the most important part of learning how to use a baitcaster is practice. There are only seven easy steps to casting with a baitcaster.  1) Let between 6 and 12 inches of line out.  2) Hold the reel with your thumb on top of the spool of line.  3) Turn the rod so that the reel is facing upwards (the […]
Castaway Rods wants all of its customers to have success whenever using the rods they create. That’s why we’re here to offer you a few tips and tricks that can help you successfully use a whopper plopper lure. This is a type of topwater lure that’s going to work really well to catch bass. Let’s check out some of these tips that are going to help you ensure you have a great experience using a whopper plopper lure. A whopper […]
There is a lot to learn when you’re new to fishing. You can get lost in the jargon, gear, and equipment. One of the first things you’ll have to figure out is the type of rod you want to settle on. Spinning and casting are the two rods you’ll have to pick from, and if you’re new, you may have a hard time figuring out which is right for you. Luckily, there are a few things that can help you […]
At CastAway Rods, they want to make sure that their customers have a rod for every occasion. They create rods to give you a huge selection of high-quality custom fishing rods at affordable prices. You’re going to find many different lengths, action, and power for both salt and freshwater fishing. They also have found a way to build lightweight rods without compromising the strength and durability. If you’re looking for a great saltwater fishing rod, then you’ve come to the […]
If you’re new to the world of fishing, you may have some trouble choosing between a spinning or casting rod. Depending on which fish you are trying to catch and your skill level may help you decide. In this article, we’ll discuss the difference to help you determine which rod will be best for you. If you were to purchase a casting rod, you would need a baitcasting reel, and it will have the rod guides facing up. These rods […]
Castaway Rods creates rods that are durable, high-quality, and affordable. They do everything they can to ensure that the products they create are the best for your buck. One of the most versatile rods at Castaway Rods is the Taranis Max Medium Heavy and you can purchase it today. The Taranis Max Medium Heavy is a rod that you can use for many things. This casting rod is 7′ with a mod-fast action and med-heavy power. The team at Castaway […]
Believe it or not, there are a lot of elements that come together to make a fishing rod. In this series, we ‘ve been discussing the basics of a fishing rod. Make sure that you go back and read “Part 1” before starting here. Let’s check out a few more basic bits of information about fishing rods. We left off discussing the guides of the rod. Now let’s talk about the grip. The grip on a fishing rod is where […]
Today we’re going to take it back to the basics and talk about the difference between spinning and casting rods. There may be some fishermen that think, “who cares, does it really matter which we use?” and I’m here to tell you, yes. These two types of rods both have advantages and disadvantages that every angler needs to know about. A spinning reel is going to be a perfect introduction rod for a new fisher. They’re relatively easy to use […]
Saltwater fishing is a great hobby. Luckily this is a hobby that you’ll be able to do for the whole year. Over at Castaway Rods, we want to help you pursue your passions year-round. In ‘Part 1’ of this series, we talked a little bit about spring and summer fishing. Today we’re going to talk about saltwater fishing in the southern states during the fall and winter months. Once the temperatures start dropping and the days start to get a […]