(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best fishing line

Looking at that lake makes me want to bust out the canoe so much...

That said, if you are just starting out I wouldn't overthink it. People have been catching fish for decades with good ol' Trilene XL. haha. Especially on a setup that light (edit: I thought you linked to the ultralight version, but now I'm not sure sure), I'd just go with whatever weight trilene XL works on your reel and start to get a good feel for the hobby. It's easier to just start fishing without having to worry about leaders and things like that. But ultimately, braid really is the way to go. I've never used fluoro as a main line, but even now I don't use braid on my ultralight setup. Really small diameter braid digs in to itself too easily.

Ok 15 miles. That is 79,200 feet.

This 65 pound test 500 yard fishing line weighs 5.6 ounces shipped. We'll be super generous and say half the wight is the spool and the carton. So 2.8 ounces per 500 yards, or 1,500 feet.

That would mean 79,200 feet of it would weigh 147.84 ounces, or 9.24 pounds.

So assuming he tied his knots well and the line didn't have any defects, he could possibly measure that distance with the fishing line. He would need a significant weight at the end, something probably > 5 pounds, to keep the line taunt and feel the bottom.

Unless there is some law that governs tensile strength that makes this invalid (probably is), he could at least measure it.

My spinning setup for trout is an Okuma Celilo 6' 6" Ultra light and whilst it is only $30 I would class it amongst most of the rods in the $75-150 price range. It's an extremely good rod for the money. I actually got mine from walmart when I was on a trip to the US. Originally I was planning on just using the rod while I was there then giving it away before I came back to Australia but since I like it so much I brought it home. I've had two more shipped over from the US as well because they don't sell them here and an equivalent rod here would be about three times the price with shipping. I've just paired one of mine up with a Shimano Sedona FE 1000 which is a new reel to the market but so far I'm very impressed. I have it some 4lb Fins Windtamer Braid on mine which when I just look for on amazon is on $5 at the moment which is very cheap. Normally it's around $17 a spool. I just bought 4 spools but there's still two left so you could get the rod, reel and braid for $100.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004HGU9K4

Braided line is like rope - by braiding smaller strands together you increase the overall strength. This 6lb test braided line is the same diameter as 2lb test monofilament line. Since it doesn't stretch like mono, it will also be more sensitive and help you react to lighter bites. Most people would recommend tying a leader line from something like 4-6lb fluorocarbon so that the fish don't get spooked by seeing the high-vis braid.

I used this string first, but wanted something that had a better contrast than blue on my black center serving:

http://www.amazon.com/Brownell-String-Serving-Multi-Blue/dp/B003WHLCP0/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1420138122&sr=8-11&keywords=serving+thread

So I tried some braided fishing line. I had to get the 90lb test one to get a good thickness. Drawback is that this line is kinda stiff so I had to make end loops and pull it pretty tight.

http://www.amazon.com/Fluorescent-orange-Braided-Fishing-to100LB/dp/B00MGA5VAQ/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1420138203&sr=8-13&keywords=braided+fishing+line

Correct me if I'm wrong but the SA stuff is not fluoro. High quality fluoro like Seaguar Gran Max and comparable Rio products is typically $12-20/25 yd spool. InvisX is likely the same product and is extremely cost effective. The Seaguar normal Fluoro (not fly fishing specific and not double structure) is also a really good deal at most gear shops.

This is the SA fluoro and it's all above $10/spool: Scientific Anglers Fluorocarbon Tippet with Cutter 30-meters by Scientific Anglers http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009M9XVGU/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_h-igtb0WP1JVC

I actually got stren super knot on clearance for $2.50 https://www.amazon.com/Stren-Super-Knot-Monofilament-Fishing/dp/B00S84L3KQ
I honestly wasn't expecting much out of it and mostly bought it because I knew I would be birds nesting a lot in the beginning. To my surprise its quite durable and has been holding up very well!

You'll have to let me know where you go and how you make out; I want to fish that area when I'm next visiting my parents.

If you're doing still water stuff, powerbait should be fine on whatever setup you've already got, though your LMB line is probably too heavy.

My setup is an UL rod with a smaller reel, spooled with 4lb P-line flouroclear. I use inline spinners, spoons, and small (1/64 or 1/32 oz) jigs. I really don't fish much still water, so if you're going to be casting at a pond or lake I don't have much advice outside the powerbait and wait method.

I also use these Trout Magnet kits that come with different lure colors and the teeny jig heads, if you're looking for an easy jumping-off point. They will catch everything in the pond since the hook is so small, but even bluegill are fun on the UL rod!

Gonna be hot, so stick to the cooler water and shady areas if you can

Feel free to reply with any questions... bored at work this afternoon

You can try making your own furled leader if that's what you prefer

I bought this level line I first started tenkara because it seemed like what most were recommending.

I don't fish tenkara much these days as I've fallen for euronymphing. However last summer, I had my tenkara rods on a family trip and no leader. I ended up just used this indicator line by Rio and it worked great!

Personally, I think any preferable size of nylon or fluoro will work for level line so long as you can see it. You probably don't need to spend $20 on imported, Japanese fluoro. I haven't messed around with it, but I could see Amnesia being effective as well

I bought a big ol spool of KastKing braid on amazon for relatively cheap. I like it better than the last power pro I bought to be honest. Only issue I've had is it's fading in color a bit after a year's use.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FO907X2 - I bought 1000m, 30lb, low vis grey, it's definitely got a blueish tint to it.

I recommend an Ugly Stik Elite Medium Action rod paired with a Penn Fierce II size 2500 and spooled with 8lb mono line. It's a combo he can use for anything from brim to bass to catfish and even some light saltwater use. It's easy to use, and pretty tough and low maintenance. Here's the items on Amazon that are around your price limit with free prime shipping. The other option would be a Bass Pro / Cabela's / etc. gift card so he can choose his own.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QJ4IE6S/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011LVCGA8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1&psc=1

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https://www.amazon.com/Stren-SOFS4-15-Original/dp/B00MGBG6M2/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1491522800&sr=1-1&keywords=stren%2Boriginal&th=1&psc=1

Handing Braided Fishing Line 8 Strands Super Strong PE Fishing Line for Saltwater and Fresh Water Surf Fishing 500m/547yd 18-96lb Fishing Tackle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077XT3WNB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_FqJ93BgOy9fSs

You don't need $300 to get into fly fishing.

• Rod $26
  
  
• Reel $19
  
  
• Backing $9
  
  
• Fly line $8
  
  
• Leader $9
  
  
• Tippet $5
  
  
• Handful of flies: $10
  
  That's $86 USD, and you have everything you need to start.
  
  YouTube videos are free, but the Orvis Fly Fishing Video Lessons are even better, and cover everything from first day on the water, up to advanced fly fishing techniques.

I love my daiwa Fuego 3000. Here is the 4000 for $60. Or you can get the daiwa BG. I've seen them for about $75 at times. I don't have one but people seem to like them.

Also pick up a falcon Jason christie rod for $100.

I like Fins Windtamer Fishing Line.

Should be less than $200 total

Looks good. I’d suggest EZ Line for the antenna, instead of the thread which appears too big for the model scale. It’s stretchy and easy to put on. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P2QVJWU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_I.mXCb6Z5P8RF

Honestly get two Shakespeare GX2's they are only $40 each. The GX2 is a great combo; I would say get the 6ft medium action. Spool them with 15lb test Mono!

Here are the links

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F0KMLCK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003OLRQO0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thanks for the suggestions. As for line, I am using this currently and I've either heard it's awful in everywhere or that it's pretty good. So far I'm leaning towards bad since it has actually started to fray a good amount. So I really appreciate the line suggestion.

I often use the SA Air Cel line on one of my reels. It is not quite as good as my Rio Gold but honestly, it's not bad and very much worth the price.

https://www.amazon.com/Scientific-Anglers-Floating-Lines-Yellow/dp/B015YP5WBM/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1540785086&sr=8-4&keywords=scientific+angler+fly+line

[Here.] (http://www.amazon.com/Zebco-33-Spincast-Fishing-Combo/dp/B000LNZ66E/ref=pd_sbs_sg_10)

Then buy:

Decent line, from six to ten "pound test."

[Terminal tackle.] (http://www.amazon.com/Dolphin-343-Piece-Terminal-Tackle/dp/B005LPVTTA/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1370884155&sr=1-1&keywords=terminal+tackle+kit)

[And a decent beginner lure kit.] (http://www.amazon.com/Mister-Twister-Curly-piece-Assorted/dp/B000WEOPZK/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1370884345&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=curly+tail+jig+kit)

There you go.