hey man, you will have back lashes, and birdnests, but that`s just part of it. They are easy to use. I`ve been able to use one since I was 10 years old. You tie your lure on and then push the button when it will spool off. If it doesn`t drop, then turn the little schew on the side lightly until it stops dropping, Adjust it until the lure drops just enough to wear if it hits a piece of paper loosely, it will stop. When you have done this, you`re ready to cast. Push the button down and throw the lure just like any other rod and reel. Right before it hits the water, or in your case, the ground, put your thumb on the spool to stop it from spinning. Well that`s just how easy it is to use a bait caster. I love baitcasters so much and can`t see why anyone wouldn`t love them as much as I do. Well, tell me if you learn how to use it or not. Thanks