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11-15-2013, 12:43 PM | #1 |
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Basic inexpensive set up for La Jolla is a decent 30 to 40 pound reel and pole to handle it. Big Five have great deals on poles.
Start with the right line: Get high quality (PowerPro) 65 pound dark green braid and then some 30 and 40 pound flouocarbon leader and your good to go. I like less expensive reels ( that still work good) because they can get lost somewhat easily kayak fishing |
11-15-2013, 03:41 PM | #2 | |
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11-15-2013, 04:29 PM | #3 |
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Lucky me! I C&R'd An #400(+/-) Blue marlin on #80 powerpro "from china" once. 85% of my reels have #65 powerpro never a problem yet. The other 15% Jerry Brown rocks.......
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11-16-2013, 06:55 AM | #4 | |
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I'm not attacking anyone btw just expressing an opinion |
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11-27-2013, 10:45 PM | #5 | |
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Personal experience? Power pro is way too stiff, has terrible memory, the green fades and I agree with the article, it frays. It's also incredibly abrasive. Try Jerry Brown white and I promise you will never go back |
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11-27-2013, 10:55 PM | #6 |
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To be fair...
Powerpro is definitely a strong line. It will hold the weight it's rated for no problem. So catching your Marlin is no big surprise. However, I just wouldn't say "get high quality line" and then suggest powerpro. There are much better options. Powerpro is like the middle of the road line. It's a personal preference. Try both, see which you like. I prefer a soft line that won't cut my fingers, won't damage my guides, won't fray and fade after a few months and will last. No joke. I have had my JB 40# on my jig stick for two years. I can't even tell you how many times I've thrown it. Probably at least 100 yesterday. I have had my 50# JB on my kelp cutter for 1.5 years. I have pulled 3 40#+ WSB and 2 60#s with it. (1 from kayak, 1 from boat) and I honestly can't tell you how many yellow tail there's been more fish I just don't remember which rig they were on Any line that can take the beating I give it and still perform flawlessly, is a winner in my book |
11-27-2013, 11:15 PM | #7 |
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Thanks for the input everybody. Keep it coming!
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