Spinning Reel Braid

[Dakota]

Originally Posted by TNBronzeback

Ive always struggled with braid on a spinning reel.

If i get snagged and have to tighten the drag to bend the hooks or pull the bait free, it always seems to dig itself into the spool. So on my next cast i look like a tool when i try to fire my bait out and it comes to an abrupt stop about 5' out! lol.

I have no doubts its 100% operator error though and nothing to do with the line or the reel! lol

Yes true the braid is tough to break. I either put a towel in my hand and grab the line so I don't break the rod or get enough slack line and wrap the braid around the stout part of the rod behind the reel and pull slowly to break loose.


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[gordonc615]

Originally Posted by StriperFan

I like Fireline first then Power Pro. No matter what kind I use I always tape the knot on the real. I start with a tightened slip knot then wind about three times then put a 1" piece of tape over the knot and windings this keeps it from possible slippage. On my baitcasters I like to put a filling of braid, then top it off with mono. When the mono gets worn, I cut it back to the braid and add fresh mono. That way there is always plenty of line on the reel, and the mono stays fresh. I've had a couple of fish this year pull me deep into my backing, no problem. I like the top shot of mono, the extra stretch works good as a shock absorber. Also, for light fishing hybrids, I like to use 20lb braid on a light reel. That gives the action of the light rig with the security of a little heavier line. And one spool can last 4 years. I'm fishing mostly for hybrids and stripers and the braid doesn't deter them, but other fish can be a little more finicky.

I've never thought about doing that with braid and mono. Don't get mad but I'm def going to have to use that from now on. Any good techniques like that I've always got to steal

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