Rattle Reels

[RRmaniac]

What is the proper way to use a rattle reel? I have used them like a tip up with just a line marker, and also I have used them with a bobber. I have caught fish both ways but just would like to know what you all do.

 

[Kickemup]

The few times I have used them I used a bobber and just left a couple feet of line out.

 

[VMAX]

Not sure if there is a right or wrong way? I have always used a line marker similar to a tip up.

 

[Fish whisperer]

I use bobbers on mine.

 

[LBrandt]

Never liked them, would keep me awake all night waiting for them to rattle.

 

[KDM]

I have a fetish for using the least amount of resistance possible. I use the smallest bobber I can, the lightest tension on tipups I can, and so on. The few times I've used them I have put the rattle reel in total free spool and balanced a small bobber on top of the reel so the slightest tap pulls the bobber off the reel and it free falls to the water. The fish feels nothing and I usually see the bobber fall. The few times I didn't see the bobber fall the rattle reel was the backup. It might be overkill, but I've caught lots of light biters like crappie and walleyes doing this. Good Luck!!