How is this different than 50 pound test fishing line?
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It's much fatter line than 50# test fishing line -- which can make it more difficult to tie knots in and otherwise use, in my experience. I couldn't use this (because it wouldn't hold a knot well enough) and ended up going to a sports store and purchasing actual 50# test fishing line.
1004796
I don't think it is any different. It is the same size (diameter or whatever you prefer to call it) and is supposed to hold up to 50 lbs. I expected it to be much thicker so I did not use it to hang stuff but I suspect it would hold stated amount, it appeared very strong when I was working with it on smaller projects. It states that it ties like string. It does not tie that well. Hope this helps.
98102
Hello, Patrick. I did not put it to a 50# test, however, it is very substantial. One of the best buys I've made for camping equipment. I would take the chance considering the cost.
211095
I've flyfished for over 40 years and couldn't make heads or tails out of these designations until I got a look at a chart that listed the maximum length of the backing line (yds.) and its breaking point (lbs. - relating directly to its diameter). Obviously, the copy writer didn't have a clue about what's actually relevant here. Here are the identifications: The 50/12 denotes the SLV reel sized to hold a #2 or #3 weight fly line and weighs 4.5 ozs. The 95/12 reel is sized to hold a #4 or #5 weight fly line and weighs 4.8 ozs. The 140/20 reel is sized for a #5 or #6 weight fly line and weighs 5.3 ozs. The 145/20 reel is sized for a #7 or #8 weight fly line and weighs 5.5 ozs. The 150/30 reel is sized for a #8 or #9 weight fly line and weighs 6.1 ozs. The 170/50 reel is sized for #9 and #10 weight fly line These are great reels at an average 10% discount with no shipping charges through Amazon. If you can match your fly rod(s) to one of these and achieve a good point of balance* when the backing and fly line are loaded on the reel, one of these should do just fine. * Place an extended index finger under the rod handle at a 90 degree angle just ahead of the reel. Slowly move it forward until the combination of rod and reel come to rest on your finger with no assistance from your other hand - perfect balance. This point should ideally be located on the handle or a few inches up the rod just ahead of the position where you would comfortably grip the rod while casting. Good luck and good fishing!
63622
I think you must qualify what you are looking for in a reel. Basics are: the 50LD holds 310 yds of 50# test versus 114h2Lw 560 yds of 50# test. The ld is a lever drag with a preset versus just a preset star. The 50ld is about 20oz lighter. A main question you must ask is do you want to use mono or braid? I got the 114h2lw because I could get line capacity out of a super mono at way less money than braid, plus I liked the true free spool. Hope this helps. Feel free to ask more questions.
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I use Power Pro Braided, It's smaller in Diameter and the 50lb test is great for Striper and Muskie. Don't forget a metal lead if your thinking about toothed fish though.
885244
I use 4lb test on my #20 reel, 10 & 15 lb test line is too large for this reel.
1457018
I have several of these reels and use them for most of my fishing needs...I would use either the 8 or 10 pound reel...Not much difference on the reel-They are a tough breed.....Good fishing..
139512
I agree with the last response. This is very thick and difficult to use, yet very similar to fishing line which would be much less expensive.
954090
Since all the fish here in Utah are under 5lbs, hard to say. It is a lot more rugged than I really need. I get funny looks like I'm fishing for something much bigger than i'm going to catch. It's not like the super fat poles but it's not skinny either. Wish I could help you more.
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It is heavier than an ultra light reel. Just need to see if it balances well with the rod your using.
1679381
Any lbs test but less line on reel because diameter of line.its your reel that's most sensitive to line lbs. smaller cast farther so forth
1602854
Its actually alot lighter than it looks... I would say about a pound and a half to 3/4 with line... I really like it and have caught many large fish with it and everyone who uses it really likes it .. I bought me another one.
1402051
I have 20 lb test line on reel but could have increased that...also rod is one piece and I believe more sturdy than two....the skill is with the handler...my goal is striped bass...must be minimum 28 inches and I use it as a saltwater surf rod so it should handle over 25 lbs
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I have 3 of these reels I am real happy with them. I use them for bass and catfish the line I use is 20lb breaded line super good for25lb catfish. I had no problem. I say give it a try and see what happen for the price you can not beat it. GO FOR IT
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Just got this reel, the box says it's rated for 710 of 50lb. It's a big wide reel. I ordered a 1,000 yards of of 100 lb braid and it held most of it. I'd say it will hold 500 of 50 lb. mono easy.
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I use 14 - 17 lb test based on the rod and the target fish. ie steelhead or king salmon.
785650
The thing about Power Pro line is the diameter is much smaller than mono lines. You could run 50 lbs. test and still be smaller than mono line, and no stretching, so you feel all bites. I would still the wire leader as the teeth/gill plates will cut you off. The other thing is you can spool many more yards on current reels and when you need to re-spool you take off the amount used and splice new line to older. Make sure you use good knots as Power Pro line needs different knots to work properly. Good luck and tight lines,Ron Miller aka Miller Tyme