lb test on a reel question.

[Andy L]

GOB,
It will be fine. Just wont hold as much. Dont fill it to the rim either. Thats what causes most of your over runs and knots.

What kind of knot are you tying? That shouldnt be happening with 8lb line of any kind. Also, the line could have been old or exposed to light too long. Even though you may have not had it that long, it can be on the shelf or in storage for a long time before you got it. Your knot type can make all the differecne in the world. I have found the polymer knot to be the strongest and easiest to tie.

If you havent already bought or can buy some more, try Bass Pros Excel line. Its about as cheap as any but is very castable (limp), abrasion resistant and has great knot strength. For all around line, its as good as there is for the money.

One of my fishin buddies uses 12lb Excel for tournament fishing exclusively. I use Seaguar, which is $70 for a 1000 yard spool and he does just as good for a tenth the cost.....

Good Luck
Andy