>>1728190>elitist memeDefinitely not. No doubt a spinning is the best jack of all trades setup, but for muskie fishing I've pretty much found it essential. When I'm casting and blasting all day the efficiency, speed, accuracy and distance of a baitcaster is much appreciated. Plus I don't even think you can cast 16+oz lures on a spinning reel all day without your finger getting a nasty blister. Baitcasters are definitely not needed for casual fishing, and 95% of my fishing is still done on spinning tackle, but it 100% has it's place.