Backer line on reel
Nov 11, 2021 16:20:43 #
Forestfisher
Loc: Kentucky
While reviewing other reel line loading combinations I have noticed different pound test between backing and final line or leader.My question is why is the backer line a heavier poundage then the final line or later? It would seem the lesser poundage line would be the critical factor for the set up so why not have equal poundage for each? Thanks
Nov 11, 2021 16:59:58 #
Captain Lahti
Loc: Kennewick, WA
It would seem to me to be a rational path to have the line section closest to the fish to be smaller(less visible) or weaker (the first to break under strain) than following sections. Certainly there is no reason not to have sections, regardless of their placement be the same strength as neighboring sections when using different types of line other than visibility or strength.
When using a section of leader to the hook, it’s generally the practice to use lighter and clearer line for that leader. Certainly when the leader ties to braid or something like a fly line. IN the case of backing behind braid, the purpose seems to be to reduce the amount of braid, a more expensive line choice, by backing it with mono. And the choice to use the same strength of mono is to carry the strength present in the braid back to the spool itself.
When using a section of leader to the hook, it’s generally the practice to use lighter and clearer line for that leader. Certainly when the leader ties to braid or something like a fly line. IN the case of backing behind braid, the purpose seems to be to reduce the amount of braid, a more expensive line choice, by backing it with mono. And the choice to use the same strength of mono is to carry the strength present in the braid back to the spool itself.
Nov 11, 2021 18:31:10 #
Grizzly 17
Loc: South central Pa
Forestfisher wrote:
While reviewing other reel line loading combinations I have noticed different pound test between backing and final line or leader.My question is why is the backer line a heavier poundage then the final line or later? It would seem the lesser poundage line would be the critical factor for the set up so why not have equal poundage for each? Thanks
There's more than one thought on that. If I use mono for main line I run all mono. For braid or floro I use 8 or 10 lb mono for backing line. If I cast 50yds I use 75 yds of main line. I rarely use a leader. Look at dia sz on 8 to 20 lb braid compared to mono or even floro. Boils down to personal choice 👍
Nov 11, 2021 22:58:22 #
Advice is just that, Advice! you should do whatever you choose, listening to the advice of others is up to you and it depends upon just how much you judge that advice to be sound. In the long run, everything comes down to your own experience. Just Sayin...RJS
Nov 12, 2021 20:15:48 #
Rayz
Loc: North West N.J. and South Hero Vt.
Most spools are line wasters. They hold 100 to 200 yards of line. Fish won't run that far. I use cheap line for backing and about 50 yards of quality line as my casting line.
Nov 12, 2021 20:18:32 #
Rayz: Good idea to save money on your quality line. Just Sayin...RJS
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