conventional + braid digging issue

[t.orlando]

Braids too thin. Try 50# or 65#, depending on the braid.

[Mike P]

Originally Posted by t.orlando

Braids too thin. Try 50# or 65#, depending on the braid.

It's 30 pound Fireline, Tony--it's already thicker than most 65# spun braids

Tension is the key. I use one of those $30 Berkley portable line spoolers, and I put extra tension on the side of the line spool with my hand. My reels are wound as tight as most shops can do it on a machine.

[riverrat2]

Never had that problem and fished 65# power pro on the boat and from the surf for the past 3 or 4 seasons, I rarely use spinning and have never encountered the "internet famous" line digging.

[zimmy]

Originally Posted by Mike P

It's 30 pound Fireline, Tony--it's already thicker than most 65# spun braids

[plankton]

Originally Posted by Mike P

It's 30 pound Fireline, Tony--it's already thicker than most 65# spun braids

Tension is the key. I use one of those $30 Berkley portable line spoolers, and I put extra tension on the side of the line spool with my hand. My reels are wound as tight as most shops can do it on a machine.

Same method I use, those are a great little tool for the money. I think the problem with Fireline is that it's flat, makes it easier to dig into itself. I love the stuff on my spinners, but on conventional I prefer a nice round braid like Cortland or Power Pro, which I believe both come from the same factory. Diameter of the braid only becomes an issue if you're trying to throw too much weight for the pound test you're using. I use 15# Stealth on an Abu 4600 for schoolies and it works fine, but the most I'm throwing is about an ounce. If you want to toss 3 ounces or more then you have to upsize the braid to at least 50#.