Gear and Rigs
When you hook up with a big cat, your gear and knowledge are the only things that can land that fish.


Reels
When choosing a reel there are several important things to consider. Import reel attributes include: drag system, gear ratio, line capacity, number of bearings, and presence of a bait alerter. Paylake fishing demands the use of a reel that has a good drag, can hold big line, and has a bait alerter. Bait alerters, commonly called clickers, are an audible alarm that indicates when line is being pulled out of your reel. Abu Garcia bait casting reels, like the Abu Garcia 6500C3, are very common among paylakers. These reels hold sufficient line, cast nicely, have a loud bait alerter, and can last a lifetime with proper care.


Abu Garcia 6500C3


Rods
Rods are critical in both casting and fighting of fish. Remember, the rod will be used to fight the fish as the reel brings in slack line. It is common to use rods that are ten feet long or longer. A longer rod will allow you to cast further and land monster catfish. The American Premier Nite Stick is a favorite among paylakers as are the Shakespeare Ugly Stick and Bass Pro Shops Cat Maxx rods.

Daiwa Beef Stick


Line
Using good line is greatly important when searching for monster catfish. You want a line that sinks quickly, is very strong, and abrasion resistant. Paylakers tend to use line in the 20lb to 30lb test range. With the lighter line you get better casts, and more line on the reel. With the heavier line you get the benefit of more strength. Berkley Big Game is very popular among paylakers. Its very strong, sinks well, and is affordable.

Berkley Big Game






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