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Originally Posted by RJHooker
Thanks for the input MrAC!
Honestly, I wanted to back the spool with mono just to save some money. I figured that half the spool filled with mono would make the braid go twice as far. I happened upon some videos and posts mentioning the electrical tape to keep the braid from digging into the mono, as well as keep it from slipping. I was not sure if I should tie the braid to the mono, or just spool it on top of the mono (and tape).
The tip about flipping the braid is genius! thank you!
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While surf fishing I use a rod/reel for casting lures . A 9' rod and 5000 Penn Battle . In the spring 40lb braid and at least 150yds with a 20lb mono backing.This is for casting 2-4 oz lures. Most braids are sold in 150 or 300 yds spools. Bait fishing with bunker or clam I'll use a larger rod/reel a Shimano 6500 baitrunner has served me well for years. There is 300 yds of 50 lb braid plus mono backing on this plus my 10 'Tica .This can throw 4-8oz plus the bait. I primarily fish the sandy beaches of Ocean County and sometimes on the jetties of Monmouth County. These are very reasonably priced . I will use an outfit in the fall with 20lb braid while fishing light for school bass on my 8' tica/Penn Battle 4000.This set up is used in the back bay too . This is strictly for casting small lures like metals and plastic swimmers and needles. It has 150 yds of 20 braid plus mono backing. I tie the braid with an Albright knot that wraps the braid 10 times both ways. I also use a mono leader on the end of the braid tied with the same knot.You will need to learn to tie a braid to mono knot of some kind . I have found over the years (10 or so) that these 3 rods get it done for me. I have others too but you get the idea. The Penn Battles are new but are good value ! Let's hope that the beaches will open in the spring and we can get back to what we love
