130 lb braided fishing line HERCULES SUPER TOUGH Multicolor Diamond Monofilament Wind Jerry Brown Hollow Core Braided

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Super sensitive I dont know why this is the case, but this line is much more sensitive than many braided lines

A smooth, strong drag is the single most important feature on a salmon reel because big salmon make hard runs that will expose a cheap drag

Abu Garcia Max5 400 Casting 2-Piece Combo Designed with plenty of line capacity and a heavy-duty drag system, the Abu Garcia Max5 400 Casting 2-Piece Combo provides anglers with a powerful all-purpose rod and reel combo for targeting big fish in freshwater or saltwater environments

One trick that has worked for me over and over is getting the tube in the bed so that I can actually bump the female with it