Are the most commonly used lines - choosing the correct line is more complex than it may seem - ultimately the choice is yours - here are a few pointers.
Choose one that is on a large diameter spool - small diameter spools make for curly lines.
Use a slightly stretchy line as your reel line - less likely to break under a sudden load.
Pre-stretched lines have a smaller diameter are generally more supple which makes for better casting and presentation.
To much stretch = MISSED BITES
Too little stretch = BROKEN LINES
Choose one that tends to sink, its easy enough to make it float should the need arise.
Your Tackle Dealer should be able to advise you on the properties of the different brands that they stock.
If you are unsure try Maxima its a good all round product.
Loading a Reel
Unless you have a match spool we need to put on some backing tape to build up the base so that the amount of line needed to correctly load the spool will be something in the region of 50 m.
Anchor Knot.
Tighten the line so that the knot lays at the rear of the spool.
Trim the loose end leaving a tail about the width of the spool, this allows it to lay smoothly under the bulk of the line.
Filling with Line
Wind the line on ensuring the new line leaves its spool from the bottom ie. It will rotate anti-clockwise. Apply a little tension on the line as it is being reeled on.
Continue until the line is within 2 mm of the reel spools lip and stop.
Excessive tension and under filling = Poor Casting.
Over filling = line tangles
Pops Tip :- Immerse your new line in water and load the reel with wet line, this helps to stop line coming off in coils.
