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    Default Quick reel spooling question


    I just ordered some P Line, kind of pricey but i think it's the best.
    Anyway, wondering how much i really need to put on small, vertical jigging reels.
    My max cast is really a flip of 15ft. But it needs to come off easily.

    Also, while on the subject, ideas of avoiding line twist on spinning reels would be appreciated.

    Thanks

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    Brett, when I re-spool I pull off enough line from the reel that I would practically expect to cast plus half again for big fish drag pull. Then I cut it and tie on new with two uniknots. Don't think I've ever gotten into backing but even if I did odds are line would not break.I

    We used PLine almost exclusively fishing for Salmon in Oregon.
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    spool up some superline..your choice..add a leader, say about 3'
    you will be good for a long time
    edit..you can change leader # test to suit your, quarry,water clarity,etc
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    Just put some backing on, and put a 50 yards or so on. P line was a good choice.
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    I use cheap mono for backing on all my reels.

    I run braid, but only spool with 50-75 yards of main line. You don't want it to be too short, to avoid respooling too soon from breakoffs and retying.
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