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swordfish123 · 02-23-2006, 11:55 AM

I agree, If you want to go with all Mono, get Momoi Diamond 50#, I think its actual breaking strength is around 83lbs, but it has the same diameter.

If you want to spool up with any kind of spectra, I highly recommend Jerry Brown 80 or 130. I go with 700 yards of 130 with a 100yrd topshot of Diamond 80 (actual breaking around 100)

The only problem with fishing the 12-15lb drag is that you risk a big fish taking it to you and getting spooled. You can put 1100 Yards of JB 80 on a Penn 50W, and 1300 on a Shimano50W. (800 and 1000 of 130 respectively)

Those capactities for spectra are based on a 30ft topshot. So adjust accordingly.

Just some ideas. If you want to pursue spectra, contact Tek at Reel Pro Shop.
www.reelproshop.com

02-23-2006, 11:55 AM	#3 (permalink)
swordfish123 Hooked Up Join Date: May 2004 Location: Oxford, Mississippi Boat: Whatever Hatteras lets me fish on Best Catch: ~250lb Blue Marlin- Marsh Harbour Occupation: Gulf Coast Hatteras Intern Posts: 318	I agree, If you want to go with all Mono, get Momoi Diamond 50#, I think its actual breaking strength is around 83lbs, but it has the same diameter. If you want to spool up with any kind of spectra, I highly recommend Jerry Brown 80 or 130. I go with 700 yards of 130 with a 100yrd topshot of Diamond 80 (actual breaking around 100) The only problem with fishing the 12-15lb drag is that you risk a big fish taking it to you and getting spooled. You can put 1100 Yards of JB 80 on a Penn 50W, and 1300 on a Shimano50W. (800 and 1000 of 130 respectively) Those capactities for spectra are based on a 30ft topshot. So adjust accordingly. Just some ideas. If you want to pursue spectra, contact Tek at Reel Pro Shop. www.reelproshop.com