fishing line strength
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liaml1974
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fishing line strength
what fishing gut strength is best for beach casting and pier fishing. and what strengh leaders do i need. just starting, any information will be great.
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Re: fishing line strength
12lb to 15lb mainline will be fine.
The rule of thumb for shockleader is 10lb for every ounce so a 5oz lead will require a 50lb shockleader
The rule of thumb for shockleader is 10lb for every ounce so a 5oz lead will require a 50lb shockleader
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Specimen Fish 2025: To date: 6.
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