Thread: Reel issues
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Old 06-13-2013, 10:27 PM   #7
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Originally Posted by Fishtraker View Post
Ok I have a problem casting my avet 5.8 MXJ. I feel like it may be my line. I have 65lb spectra on there right now and cast after cast I get horrible backlash. I don't know if the line was old on the tackle shop spool or what but its really starting to upset me. I've missed atleast 4 fish because of it. Any ideas? New line suggestions?
As with Bass fishing, sounds like you haven't 'tuned' your spool to the proper weight your throwing. Sounds like it's too loose, tighten it up a bit.
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