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Do or have you used 2lb line???
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03/04/24 10:22 PM
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Fishinkev
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Just curious how many have tried it and if you believe you get more bites with it.
I dont fish for a living but i LIVE TO FISH!
Kevin
PB Largemouth Bass 12lb 2oz PB Crappie. 3.01lb PB Striper 23lb PB Hybrid 7.02lb Pb buffalo 49.4lb Pb carp 26.14 Pb flathead 57lb
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/04/24 11:28 PM
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I use it all the time, not because I think I get more bites but I fish very light gear and the 2 lb line lets me get more distance on casts.
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/04/24 11:52 PM
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Vogey
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I use 4 lb. test Stren Fluorocarbon for sunfish & it works great.
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/05/24 01:26 AM
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Osbornfishing
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I use 2 pound to catch line and tippet records. Most fish will break off when you use it. I donโt think it will help get more bites compared to 4 and 6 pound. Any fish you catch on 2 pound is an accomplishment. I have a friend that really enjoys catch stocker trout with it. It is really hard for me to see it when tying knots. I have worked for years trying to catch a fish over 20 pounds with it. Give it a try and let us know what you think.
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/05/24 01:39 AM
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Fishinkev
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Awesome guys! I currently use 4-6 lb. I got 4 spots of 2lb trilene xl for $1 each. I enjoy throwing a 1" gulp minnow on a 1/64th ounce jig head alot. Thought I might get more distance with 2lb. I mean it will handle 2lb crappies ok I think????
I dont fish for a living but i LIVE TO FISH!
Kevin
PB Largemouth Bass 12lb 2oz PB Crappie. 3.01lb PB Striper 23lb PB Hybrid 7.02lb Pb buffalo 49.4lb Pb carp 26.14 Pb flathead 57lb
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/10/24 11:18 PM
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Laker One
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I use 4 to 6 lb test line on my spinning reels. I have used 2 lb before but prefer the 4 lb. I use 4 lb most of the time.
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
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03/11/24 01:35 AM
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Osbornfishing
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I recently caught this record and it took several minutes to get it in on 2-pound tippet.
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
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03/11/24 12:10 PM
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ToneyC
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I use it on my micro light setups. A lot people swear that it catches bigger gills. I haven't been that lucky yet but I'm hoping that changes this year
And remember, go fishing when you can, cause it's good fer you! -- Richard Gene the fishing machine
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/21/24 01:30 AM
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SenkoSam
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6# test braid = 2# test mono or f/c. Rarely snaps even when the big one fight. Smaller diameter allows better lure action IMO especially needed with do-nothing and finesse presentations. It casts light lures a nice distance and I can feel light strikes better as well as getting better hook sets.
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
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03/21/24 01:42 AM
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I am using 6 pound . At one point years ago I was using 4 pound. For me 6 lb is easier to work with.
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/22/24 11:26 AM
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ToneyC
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I'll be on a recon mission this weekend to explore a new section of the San Gabriel river in Georgetown. I think this city is a hidden gem for fishermen targeting sunfish. You really need waders to get to the best spots because there's very little to no bank access. The San Gabriel is full of redbreast sunfish.
I will be using one of my micro-light setups with 2lb mono, a slip float, tiny split shot, #6 eagle claw hook, and a box of night crawlers. I don't know if the water temp is quite there yet for river sunnies but I'm hoping for a bite or two. I'll post any catches here.
And remember, go fishing when you can, cause it's good fer you! -- Richard Gene the fishing machine
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
[Re: Fishinkev]
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03/22/24 01:28 PM
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Vogey
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ToneyC...Looking forward to your trip report...hopefully with pics...
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Re: Do or have you used 2lb line???
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03/22/24 02:57 PM
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ToneyC
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ToneyC...Looking forward to your trip report...hopefully with pics... That's the plan! I hope I have something to report. The water temps are still low.
And remember, go fishing when you can, cause it's good fer you! -- Richard Gene the fishing machine
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