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Originally Posted by numbskull
I have a ton of experience using baitcasting reels for striped bass. You would do well to go with a calcutta 400 (if cost is a concern a 6000 series abu with upgraded drag washers will suffice) and 15-20 lb fireline. Tie a Bimini twist in the end of it, and attach a fluorocarbon leader (30-55#) with a uniknot-uniknot connection. Such a set up will handle anything up to small (<80) bluefin tuna. If you are fishing from a boat you have no need for #30 powerpro, and powerpro cuts itself too easily on a backlash to be worth the trouble. Mono is OK, but a baitcasting outfit is much more versatile with Fireline, just don't go over 20lb test.
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I agree on the Calcutta 400, its the only reel I use 99% of the time, very versatile for both plug fishing and eel fishing.As for line I prefer mono...but a 400 is one great reel..
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