[kurtisb]

I switched to 80# mono this year after breaking off a couple slobs last year using 60# mono. I used it everywhere I have fished this year from RI down to VA. I have had no problems getting bit and catching fish with 80#. I bring along a 50# mono set up also. When the fishing was tough, I have switched to the 50# rod and found it makes no difference at all. If the fish aren't biting it doesn't matter what size line you have. I'm thinking about buying a spool of 100# Ande to try out down south.