Why is Centerpin Fishing for Steelhead So Effective? Kingpin Centerpin Reels with Roger Hinchcliff

Have you ever wondered why a centerpin rod and reel is so deadly for float fishing for steelhead? It&because it allows you to present your float rigs with a drag free drift, giving your bait as natural of a look as possible. A centerpin rod is typically between 10-13ft in length, this allows you to keep as much line out of the water as possible, more so contributing to the drag free drift. The centerpin reel is a free spooling, 1:1 ratio, so monofilament line is able to freely flow off of it without hindering your drift. With a spinning reel, you would have to open your bail and feather line out, then when a fish bites you must quickly close the bail and set the hook, giving the steelhead a chance to spit your bait. With the direct line to float connection you have with a centerpin setup, you can instantly set the hook and miss less fish. A centerpin setup is a deadly tool to catch steelhead with! Kingpin makes a centerpin reel for everyone. Reels such as the Kingpin Kinetic and Imperial are cost effective and excellent for the beginner centerpin angler. However, Kingpin also manufactures centerpin reels for the angler who is seeking the highest end product available.