Will the 8 pound line be easy to make knots with? I've tried the 40 pound one but it's pretty thick (and unravels) so it doesn't make knots well.
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As with most lines, some are slipprier than others. Braid is one that slips more often. The knots employed can be a key component in the equation. Not knowing which knots you employed makes it difficult. I have used the Palomar , Trilene, Uni knots with a fair amount of success. 8lb. Mono from Trilene which I have used extensively for many years, has not failed at the knot with the knots I have mentioned.
84426
Yes, it is very easy to tie a knot with the 8 lb version. Easy to tie knots with 20lbs and under break strength.
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There are many ways to tie a knot. Different knots work with different pound test. Goggle "best knot to tie for x-lb test" and you'll get your best answer.
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Yes it will be easy to make the Knots with the 8 pound. I also make the Knots well with a 20 pound line.
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NO! Climbing/rappelling ropes are 8-11mm in diameter and rated in the *7500* lbs break test range - a factor of 15. Also Paracord has elasticity of up to 30% under heavy load. A static rope i.e. very little elasticity is what is preferred for rappelling. Even if you quadrupled braided it, I would not use it unless my life was severely threatened by not trying a rappel - any then, doubled, tripled or more..
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For a closed face spinning reel it is to the large size. It is very strong and works really well. Since my initial review, I have come to favor the 808 saltwater version since I fish only in saltwater. The bowfisher reel worked OK for a while but eventually the salt began to get to it. The drag will eventually begin to stick from the saltwater. If you're using it for freshwater, then it should last you for many years. The saltwater version is just phenominal. It's the ony reel that I use now. I have several of them and they have no problem holding tweny pound redfish. After several years using them there is virtually no corosion and no problems with the drag jamming up. For a closed face spinning reel it is to the large size. It is very strong and works really well. Since my initial review, I have come to favor the 808 saltwater version since I fish only in saltwater. The bowfisher reel worked OK for a while but eventually the salt began to get to it. The drag will eventually begin to stick from the saltwater. If you're using it for freshwater, then it should last you for many years. The saltwater version is just phenominal. It's the ony reel that I use now. I have several of them and they have no problem holding tweny pound redfish. After several years... » Read More For a closed face spinning reel it is to the large size. It is very strong and works really well. Since my initial review, I have come to favor the 808 saltwater version since I fish only in saltwater. The bowfisher reel worked OK for a while but eventually the salt began to get to it. The drag will eventually begin to stick from the saltwater. If you're using it for freshwater, then it should last you for many years. The saltwater version is just phenominal. It's the ony reel that I use now. I have several of them and they have no problem holding tweny pound redfish. After several years using them there is virtually no corosion and no problems with the drag jamming up. « Show Less
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The reel size depends on how you want to fish. Big fishes need bigger reel butthe reel isnt too big if its a spinning reel. So its not too heavy. If you ate using a conventional reel then size makws a difference in weight and size. Smaller reel have weaker drag fir smaller fish. Bigger size reel had stronger resistance and hold moreline. I just bought a medium size reel using 30lb and fush would drag alll my line and I would have to sacrifice a hook in order not to losea spool of line. Big fishes need bigger reel so it can fit more bigger line. Smaller fish in lakes and river wouldnt need those. I would go for a bigger reel if I had to buy again. Its not so much bigger if its a spinning reel.
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OK, I just sewed the edge of one of my towels and it works fine. I also just finished "making" actually simply hemming, a length of fleece for a new baby blanket. I rolled the edges and it worked quite well. When I got to the corners, I did try to do the whole 4 layers and it wouldn't, it was just too much. But the regular hem was fine. The machine only goes so fast, which is great for a beginner. For me, I probably could have sewn my baby blanket a lot faster, if the needle went faster. The control ON the machine, not the foot peddle, was a tad faster. But it was ok anyhow.
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It's not necessary to have really high lb line the thicker the line the harder to cast ,plus the visibility issue ,I will typically use for the size of fish your aiming to catch ,6lb breaking strain , but you must remember to set your drag so if you catch a bigger fish you will give line before you break off,I find it's more fun on lighter line and teaches you to be patient rather than just dragging the fish in on heavy tackle ,hope this helps :-)
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I own two trio 40's. They are relatively small for size 40 reels. A size 30 or even a 20 though would be better for 8lb line.
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Good choice on the reel for the species your are fishing. You can spool it with the 12lb test Spider Wire which has the diameter of 8lb test. You will not be sacrificing yardage at all which the smaller diameter line. 30s is a great reel, my favorite size for fishing the Florida Flats is the 3000 series reels. Enjoy!!!
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Pack some tar line. The tar line has a break strength in the area of 300#, but is light and ties easily. The thickest has 400+ feet on a roll but only weighs a pound. Get here or at sporting goods stores. Might not have it in the Northern states, it may be more of a southern catfishing thing for trot lines, but I
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My reel came with line and seems to come off fine. I use it for bowfishing....only downside it its weight.
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It does not come with line loaded on it. I've found 25lb. and lighter line to work the best for shore fishing and casting. The heaviest recommended is 30lb. Length of line depends on thickness.
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Nothing but I ordered another extra spool so I could easily switch to a higher or lower pound line. But that is from another site was like $20. But I have landed 5-7 pound salmon with 8lb line on this reel no problem.
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The 40 is great for bass that big use mono up to12lb or braid the drag is super smooth good speed not fast enough for crank baits I use mine for catfish and kelp bed ocean fishin I have landed several 20+lb cats
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Wt 9.9 oz, max drag 14lb, mono capacity 10/210, 12/180, 14/150. Braid capacity 25/265, 30/165, 35/135. Given the max drag of 14lb, I would not go to braid. I am fishing for schooly striped bass with 10lb line. Reel is not meant for salt water, but with good cleaning, I will make do.
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I am using monofilament 50 lb line and is working very well. You can go with less powerful line if you're fishing for smaller fishes.
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I've had some success with pine that large that was well aged and relatively clean of knots. Generally, I had to hand split it once and then it was fine.
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Laura. This string is very strong, but it is nowhere near 1/8 inch thick. More like 1/32" thick! To get that type of thickness, you are going to have to go to shock cord, or parachute cord. I deal with cording and string all of the time, and I have yet to find any cotton, hemp, or nylon string in that thickness! Here is a link to 1/8 inch string, or cord, here on Amazon. I hope this helps! If not, you can contact me direct at thomsonprof at msn dot com. Paracord Planet 1/8" Shock Cord in Various Colors - Choose from 10, 25, 50, and 100 Feet, Made in USA Laura. This string is very strong, but it is nowhere near 1/8 inch thick. More like 1/32" thick! To get that type of thickness, you are going to have to go to shock cord, or parachute cord. I deal with cording and string all of the time, and I have yet to find any cotton, hemp, or nylon string in that thickness! Here is a link to 1/8 inch string, or cord, here on Amazon. I hope this helps! If not, you can contact me direct at thomsonprof at msn dot com. Paracord Planet 1/8" Shock Cord in Various Colors - Choose from 10, 25, 50,... » Read More Laura. This string is very strong, but it is nowhere near 1/8 inch thick. More like 1/32" thick! To get that type of thickness, you are going to have to go to shock cord, or parachute cord. I deal with cording and string all of the time, and I have yet to find any cotton, hemp, or nylon string in that thickness! Here is a link to 1/8 inch string, or cord, here on Amazon. I hope this helps! If not, you can contact me direct at thomsonprof at msn dot com. Paracord Planet 1/8" Shock Cord in Various Colors - Choose from 10, 25, 50, and 100 Feet, Made in USA « Show Less