Birdshot Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 Guys I just ordered 7 new reels for my rods. I have been using shimano 2000 series and I am replacing them with 4000 series. These are all spinning reels. The reason I am doing this is because I want to start using heavier line and also the new reels have better bearing systems to help the drag work better and smoother. I have been using 10Lb P-Line Moss green I have lost a couple pretty good fish due to the line snapping in conjunction with the cheap reels I have been using not letting drag out properly. I want to spool my new reels with 14 lb line , I want to use just regular line. not the new fancy stuff. My question to all of you is this what brand and kind of line in 14 lb test casts the smoothest and is easy to use on spinning reels? I have been using 10 Stren clear and 10 lb P-Line I need to quit having these fish break my line. any help guys? Thanks. Trey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 depends on what you are planning on throwing... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunkerhunter1982 Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 I would say Trilene Sensation would be the softest you could find for use on spinning reels. However, I feel like if you are throwing something with a big enough hook to warrant 14 lb test then it is probably something better thrown on casting gear. . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 I know it's probably too late, but you need to use casting gear when you go above 10lb if at all possible. You'll be limited to the limpest line you can find or it will knot up....... In other words, don't put anything on it that says "abrasion resistant". 14lb P-Line is definitely out of the question. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTBROWNING Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 Try some of the Berkley Max,good casting and tough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 i like BPS Excell Tracker..is that right ...i have no complaints.....great for crank'en too and as mentioned nothing above 10 lb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracker1861 Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 i like BPS Excell Tracker..is that right ...i have no complaints.....great for crank'en too and as mentioned nothing above 10 lb. +1. I only use BPS Excel on all my spinning reels. To this date I have never broke off a fish using this line. After reading your question I cannot help but think that your drag was set too tight on your older reels or like you said, they were stuck or had sticking points in the drag. I think this may be the main issue but like everyone mentioned above, I personally do not recommend anything over 10lb on spinning outfits unless it's something bigger than most folks use around here in freshwater situations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackertxw175 Posted July 12, 2010 Report Share Posted July 12, 2010 i use primarily 3 different rigs when i fish. 7' med /hvy bait caster-quantum reel-50lb braid, 6'6" bass pro tourney spin rod tica 2500 reel-20 lb pro line braid, 6'6" shimano rod reel combo spinning 8lb stren clear original line. the 20lb braid on outfit #2 is same diameter as maybe 6-8 mono and has saved me from missing lots of fish. i like the feel of mono, but it feels like a bungee cord after using braid. just my opinion, hope it helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brwnbass Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 +10 on the excel line.Its really good stuff.Another thing you could do is to step up to a 7' spinning rod with a fast/extra fast tip to help protect the lighter line & as an added bonus you'll get more distace on your casts too.You could give p-line 100% floro a try, it worked well for me in 10lb & seems much stronger than 10lb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdshot Posted July 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 thanks guys. good info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
31Airborne Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 Hmmmmmmmmmmm. I have had no trouble w/ P-Line. I use 8 lb on my spinning rigs and have fished thru some gnarly stuff w/o issue. The only other line I like for spinning rigs is Trilene XL. Side note - have you checked your guides and tip to see if you have a crack in the liner? that may be the source of your breakage. Another side note - have you tried using braid w/ a fluoro leader? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NiceGuy Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 seems like excell has some memory trouble, but i still like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlexH Posted July 13, 2010 Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 Give yo-zuri Hybrid a try. I can not get enough of that stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Birdshot Posted July 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 13, 2010 thanks guys. Good stuff. Im gonna try the XL i think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimTR196 Posted July 21, 2010 Report Share Posted July 21, 2010 Never had a problem with P-Line CXX breaking. Which P-Line are you using? I use baitcaster most of the time, but I do have two spinning reels with P-Line. As long as I only fill the spool a little more than half way I never have a problem and I still get good casting distance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stump9000 Posted July 21, 2010 Report Share Posted July 21, 2010 Never had a problem with P-Line CXX breaking. Which P-Line are you using? I use baitcaster most of the time, but I do have two spinning reels with P-Line. As long as I only fill the spool a little more than half way I never have a problem and I still get good casting distance. Same here. I have two reels with p-line on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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