Spectra - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

bigbarrels · 11-24-2008, 09:17 AM

What pound test Spectra do you suggest for kayak fishing at La Jolla? Is 65# too much? Do you set it up with mono or fluoro and what #test? Currently I have 30 lb P-line on my reels but like what I've been reading on Specta's kelpcutting ability....my current reels are Daiwa Sealine 40 (2) and a Penn 500 (1).....

Dennis · 11-24-2008, 10:31 AM

Nothing less than 50lb spectra on my rigs. 25-45lb flouro with a swivel for my bait rigs.

Handymansd · 11-24-2008, 10:38 AM

, I use 65# Power pro and I have never had a problem with the line..... just the user.

I used to use 50# Flouro but could not catch a fish, so now I use a 25 or 30 # Flouro and have had a little better luck.

MKNOTT · 11-24-2008, 11:02 AM

Big,

65 Power Pro is an awsome line and lasts a very long time. It will be expensive to fill up those reels though... You might want to splice to a little of your existing mono and then fill the rest with the Power Pro.

MKNOTT

Holy Mackerel · 11-24-2008, 11:12 AM

fill up your reels with ~1/3 mono, then take your reels to the tackle shop. Those size reels will hold about 300 yards of spectra with the mono backing. plenty of line. I use #80 power pro.

Grego · 11-24-2008, 04:24 PM

If you're a gear junkie and $ is no object, go with Blackwater 16 strand spectra. Blackwater is the U.S. subsidiary for Toray...the primo spectra line in japan. Best maximized by the long-range guys hunting for the big stuff....unless you got some connections of course

Also, the flouro is unbelievably soft...technology just keeps getting better and better.

bajadog · 11-24-2008, 05:16 PM

http://www.spiderwire.com/prod.php?k...0687&u=SS-1100

Rusty · 11-24-2008, 07:43 PM

Before reading this thread I assumed everyone used 65# Izor Spectra on gear for rated 20-50#. I love it, but then again its all I ever used.

dgax65 · 11-24-2008, 08:44 PM

When I first started using Spectra on my kayak reels, I had a mix of 30# and 50# . Last year I bought a bunch of Shimano Torium reels to replace my old Daiwa's and I decided to shift to 65# Power Pro Spectra. Since I had quite a few reels to fill I got the large spools of Spectra. You can save some money with the bulk spools. The Blackwater stuff is pretty nice....if you can afford it.

esdees · 11-24-2008, 09:43 PM

The guys at Squidco don't mind filling your reels from your own bulk spools for no charge if things aren't busy. Just don't take advantage of it and make sure you find a few things to buy while you wait, not that that's difficult

For live bait, use a swivel and 3-9' of 15-40lb fluoro. I think the norm is about 4' of 30lb. You'll learn to adjust for the conditions. Seagar brand fluoro seems to be good.

If you're going to be casting or yoyo-ing, have the guys at squidco put 100yds of mono (30-40lb) on top. If things are really quiet (not likely) ask them to teach you the knot so you can do it on your own if necessary.

Good luck.

bigbarrels · 11-25-2008, 12:32 AM

Thank you everybody! That really helps and now I know what to ask the wife for XMAS

Once again this website proves to be a valuable source of information. Thanks Again!

11-24-2008, 09:17 AM	#1
bigbarrels Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vista Posts: 1,111	Spectra What pound test Spectra do you suggest for kayak fishing at La Jolla? Is 65# too much? Do you set it up with mono or fluoro and what #test? Currently I have 30 lb P-line on my reels but like what I've been reading on Specta's kelpcutting ability....my current reels are Daiwa Sealine 40 (2) and a Penn 500 (1).....

11-24-2008, 10:31 AM	#2
Dennis Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South of La Jolla... Posts: 1,193	Nothing less than 50lb spectra on my rigs. 25-45lb flouro with a swivel for my bait rigs. __________________ Hmmmm.....

11-24-2008, 10:38 AM	#3
Handymansd Ancient Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: On The Water Posts: 935	, I use 65# Power pro and I have never had a problem with the line..... just the user. I used to use 50# Flouro but could not catch a fish, so now I use a 25 or 30 # Flouro and have had a little better luck. __________________ All men are equal before fish. -Herbert Hoover

11-24-2008, 11:02 AM	#4
MKNOTT Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Persian Gulf Posts: 263	Big, 65 Power Pro is an awsome line and lasts a very long time. It will be expensive to fill up those reels though... You might want to splice to a little of your existing mono and then fill the rest with the Power Pro. MKNOTT __________________ When I grow up I want to be, One of the harvesters of the sea, <O I think before my days are done, I want to be a fisherman.

11-24-2008, 05:16 PM	#7
bajadog I eats what I kills Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: San Diego Posts: 393	http://www.spiderwire.com/prod.php?k...0687&u=SS-1100 __________________ Please release bill-fish.

11-24-2008, 11:12 AM	#5
Holy Mackerel Señor member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,627	fill up your reels with ~1/3 mono, then take your reels to the tackle shop. Those size reels will hold about 300 yards of spectra with the mono backing. plenty of line. I use #80 power pro.

11-24-2008, 04:24 PM	#6
Grego Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 445	If you're a gear junkie and $ is no object, go with Blackwater 16 strand spectra. Blackwater is the U.S. subsidiary for Toray...the primo spectra line in japan. Best maximized by the long-range guys hunting for the big stuff....unless you got some connections of course Also, the flouro is unbelievably soft...technology just keeps getting better and better.

11-24-2008, 07:43 PM	#8
Rusty Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: LJ Posts: 201	Before reading this thread I assumed everyone used 65# Izor Spectra on gear for rated 20-50#. I love it, but then again its all I ever used.

11-24-2008, 08:44 PM	#9
dgax65 Guerro Grande Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 629	When I first started using Spectra on my kayak reels, I had a mix of 30# and 50# . Last year I bought a bunch of Shimano Torium reels to replace my old Daiwa's and I decided to shift to 65# Power Pro Spectra. Since I had quite a few reels to fill I got the large spools of Spectra. You can save some money with the bulk spools. The Blackwater stuff is pretty nice....if you can afford it. __________________ Douglas Gaxiola Team No Fish- Amateur Staff

11-24-2008, 09:43 PM	#10
esdees The Good Clone Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Clairemont Posts: 520	The guys at Squidco don't mind filling your reels from your own bulk spools for no charge if things aren't busy. Just don't take advantage of it and make sure you find a few things to buy while you wait, not that that's difficult For live bait, use a swivel and 3-9' of 15-40lb fluoro. I think the norm is about 4' of 30lb. You'll learn to adjust for the conditions. Seagar brand fluoro seems to be good. If you're going to be casting or yoyo-ing, have the guys at squidco put 100yds of mono (30-40lb) on top. If things are really quiet (not likely) ask them to teach you the knot so you can do it on your own if necessary. Good luck.

11-25-2008, 12:32 AM	#11
bigbarrels Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Vista Posts: 1,111	Thank you everybody! That really helps and now I know what to ask the wife for XMAS Once again this website proves to be a valuable source of information. Thanks Again!