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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: Nikko on August 24, 2005, 04:28:26 PM

Title: Line..
Post by: Nikko on August 24, 2005, 04:28:26 PM

I had to re-spool a couple of reels in a hurry so I grabbed some line (15 lb) from Wal-mart.

MISTAKE!!

This stuff takes a springy set and curls really bad. This isn't good for kids learning to cast as it also rat's nests' really bad.

Funny...it worked fine for the first few outings. 

I have to change it. BUT...what to change it to? What's the favorite brand name these days ands where's it purchased?


Nikko

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: Fish Assassin on August 24, 2005, 04:37:48 PM

What reel are you using Nikko ?

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: Nikko on August 24, 2005, 05:49:20 PM

Using a couple of older Diawa spinning reels (one large, one medium sized..sorry, model numbers not handy) and a Diawa knuckle buster. I'm mostly casting or mooching from a small boat and (rght now) primarily for pinks in the arm.

Nikko

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: Geff_t on August 24, 2005, 06:19:05 PM

maxima ultra green good for everything

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: ~IvAn~ on August 24, 2005, 06:36:26 PM

If maximas too $$$ try "speed line" it costs less and it has no line twist to it or anything.

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: pepsitrev on August 24, 2005, 08:42:12 PM

 :D yep maxima for sure. ;D

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: Fish Assassin on August 24, 2005, 09:27:34 PM

Like others said, Maxima

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: cohokid on August 24, 2005, 10:26:01 PM

maxima 200 yrds is like 10 bucks at freds

Title: Re: Line..
Post by: Nikko on August 25, 2005, 07:43:48 PM

Thanks all.

I learned a long time ago that when it comes to buying tools, I try to cry only once. I guess I forgot that philosophy when it comes to buying line :)

Nikko