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JustPuttsin

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Mainline for Center Pin
« on: October 02, 2016, 02:57:24 PM »
Just curious as to what weight line others are using for mainline on centerpin. I've got a john milner kingfisher 2 bushing reel and I am thinking of going to 12# mainline. Thinking I may get a little more distance with a lighter line. I have it paired to a trophy xl custom TCS5100C 8-15# 10' rod and seldom go more than 8# leader. I believe it has 15# on it now.
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Fish Assassin

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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #1 on: October 02, 2016, 04:24:19 PM »
12 lb. is a good choice.
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losos

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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #2 on: October 02, 2016, 04:37:04 PM »
I use 17 pounder just in case there is a big spring that my hook as it happened several times yesterday and have no problem casting across Vedder.
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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #3 on: October 02, 2016, 08:05:27 PM »
15lb maxima
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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #4 on: October 02, 2016, 08:46:12 PM »
Just switched from Maxima Chameleon to P line CXX 15lb mono.  So far I have been really impressed with the P line CXX.  It casts great, floats well, low memory and pretty abrasion resistant as well so far.  I got the bright yellow high visibility line cause i like to watch my line as well as my float.  My eyes are not as good as they used to be. So far I like it.  Have not noticed any difference in my catch rate after switching.  I use fluorocarbon leaders. 
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dave c

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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #5 on: October 02, 2016, 09:33:10 PM »
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BigCoho

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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #6 on: October 02, 2016, 09:35:05 PM »
I like 15lbs chameleon but just recently switched to braid with a 6 for top shot of mono.
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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #7 on: October 02, 2016, 09:40:49 PM »
I use 20lb maxima ultra green.  Never had a problem.  Can cast it a mile, and will pull any fish from any pool..
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Zackattack

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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #8 on: October 02, 2016, 09:47:43 PM »
20lb berkley pro spec, 15lb seaguar fluro leader
Good for any salmon species and never feel undergunned anymore
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JustPuttsin

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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #9 on: October 03, 2016, 06:09:34 AM »
Thanks for the reply's. Now I just need to decide which way to go with it. Lots of food for thought!
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Johnny Canuck

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Re: Mainline for Center Pin
« Reply #10 on: October 03, 2016, 10:36:08 AM »
"Old timers" run 30lb on their pins, I myself run 20lb. On a pin a stiffer line is more preferred as it will come off the reel better. To cast farther with a pin the biggest contributing factor will be getting the reel spinning. Youtube search Wallace cast or center pin casts and you will have a good selection of different casts to choose from.
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