Thread: Braded Line

I don’t see any reason to change it. Got some bass reels with some the first that ever came out. Still strong as day I put it on. If I’m doing anything I have because of color fade just reversed the line on spool and keep on fishing it.

I don't change mine, I will cut off 3ft or so, every once in awhile.

Thanks for the information. Much appreciated

I never fill the spool all the way with braid - no need to waste money like that. I use cheap mono as a backer and I top it with 75yds (1/4 of a 300yd spool) of mono. The "bottom" part of that braid doesn't get used or see UV light. So, when the top part is starting to get frayed or I suspect UV light has weakened it then I go out to the yard, tie the end to a fence post, walk out unspooling until I get to the mono/braid tie, cut, then retie to the now "old" end. This doubles the lifespan of each section of line.

Originally Posted by Spine guy

Greetings
I change monofilament every year on my reels but have never changed my braided line (Power Pro) in 3-4 years. It seems to be just fine.
What is the recommendation for changing braided line?
Thanks
Spine guy

Some of my bigger saltwater reels have Power Pro line on them for 20 years.

Originally Posted by DoyleAlley

I use cheap mono as a backer and I top it with 75yds (1/4 of a 300yd spool) of mono.

You... mean you top it off with the braid right?

Yes he meant braid. I do the same thing. On the reels I use to dip trees in the summer I only put 60' of braid over the backing and reverse it when it gets worn. I don't fish over about 14' deep all summer so that is plenty even if you hook into a bigger fish than a crappie.
I use 20# high visible braid but only fish stained to dirty water.


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