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I just spooled my heavy-duty saltwater spinning reels with Trilene big-game 30 pound test and it really fills stiff. I’ve heard about braided line that supposed to be thinner and stronger and more flexible than monofilament. What brand line would you recommend? About 40 years ago I spooled my Mitchell 300 with that old fashion green braided line and it worked very good. Also with expensive braided line wouldn’t it be a good idea to tie it on 50-50 with decent line closest to the spool? My used once and love it so far, Okuma Avenger ABF90 real that holds 330 yards of 30 pound test, I don't think I'd ever get more than 115 yards out & even if I did the Trilene big-game 30 pound test under it should work ok?
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That must be a monster spinning reel if it holds that much 30 pound mono. LOL!~~ And Yes, I remember the old school dacron from long ago. That line was actually really tough.
But, not as tough as the super braid lines of today. I exclusively use Power Pro or Suffix. I've used many of the other brands, and just found these two to be far superior. Most reels require a few yards of mono backing, and you albright on the braid and finish spooling up the reel. The mono backing is just to keep the line from spinning around on the spool under pressure. Trust me, you need the mono backing, don't ever try it with out it, or you'll get your feelings hurt. (like I did a few years ago)
Just consider what you are targeting with the reel before you spool up with braid. It's not going to have any give, and if you are targeting species that are fast or acrobatic, you may want to rethink it. Braid is famous for pulling hooks, so just think it through. You can, however, combat this by using a more limber rod, or top shot with some mono for shock absorbing purposes.
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I’m going to try that thanks for the tip.
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