03-06-2004, 04:18 PM
For an 8 weight I don't think color will matter since you won't be doing much stealth fishing with it. Get the color you like and can see the best. I don't think you'll need to change your backing but you might need to add/remove some if your new line is a different volume than the old one. I use the Albright knot to connect the line to backing and the nail-less nail knot for the leader. There are other knots you can use for your leader but that one is easy to do in the field. As for changing just strip off the old line cut the knot tie on the new line and wind it on.
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