Here are the strengths that I most often recommend based on fishing type: Redfish, seatrout, snook, and flounder on the flats: 10 lb to 15 lb braid main line is my favorite Big Snook and redfish in inlets and/or near structure: 20 lb to 30 lb braid depending on size of expected fish and the amount of current and structure that is typically present Tarpon/Cobia on the flats or near inlets: 20 lb to 40 lb braid/mono main line depending on size of expected fish Conclusion When fishing for most saltwater species, its important to use a fishing leader to increase the odds of landing the biggest fish of the day while also having the ability to effectively cast and present your bait for increased strikes
In recent years its become so popular that many musky guides always have at least one fly setup rigged and ready on the boat
The dredge reels are so powerful they will pull a 200-pound guy off the dock, Huffman brags and then laughs when I ask how he tested this claim
Weight and Balance Since topwater fishing often involves continuous casting and retrieving, the rods weight and balance play a crucial role
The Basia has long been setting trends, making the refined 45mm LC spool design a must-have for many anglers, especially in the long range fishing circles and now utilising the SCW technology this could be the ultimate long range reel
