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Chuggers #12163100 03/29/17 01:15 AM
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What line do you use for chuggers?

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Pop R's and yellow magic I like a good quality 15lb copolymer and 20 on the larger model in heavy cover

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Hey Mox I usually go with p-line 15-20lb mono on all my chuggers, depending on bait size and thickness of the cover.
No matter which line you go with, if you put wax on the last 6-12" of the line, it will float better and you'll get better action from the bait. I just carry a few b-day candles in a ziplock and reapply as needed.

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15lb mono


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I use 12# BG.


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20lb braid to 12# Pline CXX leader for smaller poppers/chuggers

30-50lb braid to 17# Pline CXX leader for striper sized poppers/chuggers.


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15 lb. P-line CX Premium copolymer


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14 lb. mono.


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Sunline Super Natural Monofilament

I like this in the 12 or 14 pound test. It's very natural and limp, which helps the line last a long time. You also get 330 yards for only 10 bucks. Can't beat that.


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Straight braid on my top waters. Just have to make sure you let them take it.

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Larger baits, 17lb Trilene XL on a 7ft MH with some tip on it. Smaller baits, 14lb XL on a 6'6"M or MH.

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