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Old 03-07-2014, 05:43 PM
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Default Re: Backing or not?

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Originally Posted by Poseidon View Post
I just bought an Abu Garcia 10000I Big Game reel and plan on using Power Pro 50# test line.


I realize that Power Pro will slip if tied directly to a smooth spool, but this reel
spool does have the little "bolt head" that I could tie too.


Should I tie it on directly, or use a 25# mono backing?
Use the mono backing or take some electrical tape an put that on the spool
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