Originally Posted by
alaseswer
Hello everyone. I am newbie, so forgive me if this is a question already discussed elsewhere.
I've been out several times this spring and have had some success on 4# test monofilament line.
However, because of the dropping price point and the benefits, I'd like to try a superline, like Berkley Fireline
I'm doing vertical fishing mostly in reservoirs.
What strength Fireline do you recommend? I bought a spool of 6# (2# mono diam), but am thinking about exchanging it for 8# or 10#. Would there be any obvious advantage to stepping up in strength. I'm new to crappie fishing, and am still figuring out this line strength stuff.
Also, I've heard that it's helpful to start my spool with a monofilament backing and then add the fireline. How do I do that? How much mono (and what thickness) before tying on the fireline? And which knot to use?
Finally, any thoughts on green vs. pink vs. smoke?
Thanks in advance!
Personally I prefer Power Pro over fireline. But for my lighter gear I've gone back to 6lb mono (Sufix). If I was vertical jigging I'd probably use Power Pro for that but I'm rarely in waters I can do that. I did use mono backing on my B#ss poles and used a uni to uni knot to join the lines. A lot of people here swear by the Power Pro 10/1 line but I think I would have problems seeing that to tie a jig on it.
Fair Winds and Following Seas
Bill H. PTC USN Ret
Chesapeake, Va