6lb test(spinning)

so i got myself confused last year i think i used a 10 lb main line with a 6 lb leader...anyway should i just go with a 6 lb test and let it be or go with a 8 lb and use a 6 lb leader? and for my fly pole what lb leader shound i use?
 
i plan on using flourocarbon

hmmm good idea maybe i can go with a little bit cheaper mono line about 10 or 12 lb and then a lighter leader right?
 

Thank you

Yea I'm a seaguar person

steelie, I would not go with anything heavier than 8#,it is easier to cast than 10 or 12 and heavier line does not give you any advantage as long as you use lighter leader than the main line,in mono anyways.  sam

steelie85

Ok so how about p line 6lb mono and a 4 lb seaguar flouro

That should work just fine with a noodle rod.

The first year that I went up there for steelhead, I took my MH IM6 6.5' bass rod. It was spooled with 6lb Trilene XL. I caught lots of fish and never broke my line. I had to keep cutting pieces off due to abrasion and being overly stressed, but I never broke off. So no, I don't think you will need 8Lb. If you know how to use your drag and you are patient, you should be fine. If the water is up and a bit murky, then 8lb would be fine, but if the levels are down and it's clear, 8lb might prove a little too stiff and too visible. But if  you are just talking 8lb backing, then I guess it would be ok, provided that you are using 6lb flouro for a leader. Make your leaders at least 4ft. Longer would be better. Are you releasing fish or keeping them? If you are releasing them, then you need to worry about playing them too long and over-stressing them. In that case,  you want to get them in as quickly as possible and might need the heavier line. If you are keeping them, then go with lighter line and let your drag do all of the work. I still suggest you get a noodle rod. Your forearms are gonna feel it if you get into a pile of steel on a bass rod. With a noodle rod, the rod does all of the work. It's a lot easier on you. IMHO.

DAM Tectan premium plus in 9.2lb (same diameter as most 4lb, .008")  I don't know why anyone else is even allowed to make monofilament line.
http://www.fishusa.com/DA...us-Monofilament_p.html
 
 
Seaguar original Blue label for a leader in 4lb when they are tough, 6lb or 8lb when they're easy.
 
http://www.fishusa.com/Se...Leader-Material_p.html
 
No need for swivels, just learn to tie a good knots. I prefer a perfection loop to connect my leader/main line.

A small swivel will help reduce line twist .As long as the leader is less # test than the main line,it should still break before the main line does,whether you release or keep fish.  sam

ive always used  6lb mono and 4lb flouro ldr  for spinning. And a tapered 4x ldr for fly.  If its clear ill tie a lighter flouro tippet onto the ldr.  Used to use vanish, no problems.  Now seaguar for spin and rio for fly.  

No Doubt on the DAM Tectan, just love that mono. I use the 7.2, which is comparable to most others 3 lb test, an have takin em up to 31 inches. Im sure the rod helps a lot but that line is just bad****br>

4# on every day and 3# on tricky days. you will not be the guy saying the feesh wouldnt bite.

How long of leader do you guys use with a noodle rod?

I think right?

I change the length of my leader depending on how far I want my split shot from the hook. Higher faster flows I want my weight closer to the hook than low slow flow.  I never add shot to the fluoro leader, always above the leader knot on the mono.   All Fluoro is slick and shot won't hold in place well. When it slides it damages the leader.  They hold in place much better on mono.  So..  8  inches to 3 foot is where my leaders vary.