I have three rods with 12lb mono, 2 rods with 50lb Power Pro, and 8 rods with 30lb mono. I'm looking at buying 2 or 3 lead core rods this year, starting with a 2 color and a 5 color, then maybe a 10 color.
Will 30lb mono or 50lb braid work with the 44? I can use the Yellow Birds with my 12lb line.