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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: rickjames_2 on July 12, 2013, 12:27:45 PM

Title: Lead Core Line
Post by: rickjames_2 on July 12, 2013, 12:27:45 PM

Hey guys, I am just curious if anyone has experience/success trolling with Lead core line on a trolling rod and reel or spinning rod set up? I was told it was a good option for trolling some deeper lakes like Chilliwack lake. Any recommendation's are welcome.

Thanks!

Title: Re: Lead Core Line
Post by: randya on July 13, 2013, 07:12:16 AM

I have used it in the Cariboo for Kokanee in the warmer months. Used it on a fly reel but found it gets kinked easily and causes problems. Your best bet is probably a level wind reel to keep the wraps uniform. Guys use leaders up to 100 feet in lakes like Sheridan for rainbows.

Title: Re: Lead Core Line
Post by: Bassonator on July 15, 2013, 08:29:15 PM

Set up Ive used and works a charm is a mooching reel 100yds of 20lb backing then the lead core, less kinking with that set up. Fished it at Loon all the time. 100ft 6lb xl and a green frog flatfish, killer combo. Oh and out 3 colors on your lead core.

Title: Re: Lead Core Line
Post by: Riverman on July 16, 2013, 05:56:48 AM

 I use it in summer doldrums as well.I have found a level wind works best.Long leaders.I like 16 to 20 ft.Keep in mind you are never as deep as the number of colours would have you think.This is due to resistance in he water pushing the line back up.The slower you troll the deeper you can get.This is also good with various spoons.Spool tension knob can greatly lessen backlash.