Anyone tried Blood Run 30# copper/leadcore backing?

[DJ 17]

Looking to rig up a couple copper, core, and dipsy rigs over the winter and was just wondering if anyone had tried this stuff? Good or Bad?

[BAZOOKAJOE]

I recommend it over the other brands out there.

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[DJ 17]

Is it better than comparable to power pro? It sure is cheaper!

[Legacy]

Is it better than comparable to power pro? It sure is cheaper!

I believe your comparing apples to oranges. 2 different products. Braid and mono. Blood Run and Power Pro both offer a braided line that is used alot for backing. Great choice for long coppers and cores.

Blood Runs "copper/leadcore backing" product is a 30# Hi Vis mono with a flouro coating. The coating helps with abrasion protection from day to day abuse and offers uv protection unlike using standard mono as backing. Great choice for short coppers or cores

What is your application?

[BAZOOKAJOE]

I was referring to their copper line.

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[DJ 17]

You're right Rob, I was talking about the coated mono. So you think it is tough enough for leadcore and up to say a 450 copper? I really don't have much interest in running coppers much longer than that. Also, does anyone ever split a copper? For example, putting 10-20 ft of mono at the 300 mark of a 450 copper to in effect get 2 rigs out of one rod. Or is that basically tackle suicide?? I am on a limited budget (like everyone else ) so the more i can do with less the better.

[Tim Bromund]

Guys,

Blood Run is coming to the LOTSA Expo in February and will be able to answer any questions. They tell me that they will also have some pretty killer show specials on their products, so if you're looking to try some of their stuff and are coming to the show, you might want to hold off and get it there.

Tim

[Legacy]

You're right Rob, I was talking about the coated mono. So you think it is tough enough for leadcore and up to say a 450 copper? I really don't have much interest in running coppers much longer than that. Also, does anyone ever split a copper? For example, putting 10-20 ft of mono at the 300 mark of a 450 copper to in effect get 2 rigs out of one rod. Or is that basically tackle suicide?? I am on a limited budget (like everyone else ) so the more i can do with less the better.

For leadcore and short coppers I would say yes. The issue with mono is the amount you can put on a reel vs. braid for backing. For long coppers 300'+ i would suggest nothing less than 50# braid.

No need to "split" your copper. Best thing to do to get more use out of a long copper (like a 450) is to mark it every 100' or even 50' (w/ spray paint). It will give you a chance to run it as a 200, 300, etc.

[DJ 17]

I was under the impression that if I wanted to run the coppers off the boards it was a bad idea to hook the releases to the copper itself? As they would wear on the copper and cause it to break. I agree and understand the spray painting distances for running it down the chute, but didn't think it was a good idea do run it off the board without attaching the board to the backing.

[Legacy]

My 450' coppers get punished quite a bit by using them as 350' or 400' coppers. When i have coppers out on big boards, my releases never see anything but actual copper in them. I think guys baby their coppers a little too much at time. If you see a "bad" spot or a strand breaks just simply cut it back and splice it back together with a haywire twist. And I will tell you if you find yourself consistantly running 300' of your 450' copper then its time to invest in a 300' copper.

[DJ 17]

Good to hear. I have a 300 spool that will be put on before spring. My next one will probably be a 500 if the copper can hold up to the releases. I definitely like the flexibility on one rod. Will 500 fit on a size 45 Okuma or would you suggest something bigger?

Thx for all the info,

DJ

[Legacy]

Your gonna need something bigger. Some guys can squeeze 500' on a Okuma 55 but i would suggest something bigger then that . Okuma soltera 50 or clarion 553

[Capt Vince Pierleoni]

I tried some of that blood run backing(mono composite) and it was durable and easy to use. But like Rob said, you will be better suited with the braids for backer for what you are trying to do. You can get away with a Okuma 55 Convector w/ 500 copper, but you better have small diameter super braid backing.

[DJ 17]

Thank you very much for the info.

Tim,

Will Blood Run be coming to the ELOTSA show or just the one in Lockport?

THX,

DJ

[Tall Tails]

Just LOTSA. Our ELOSTA sale is really more private guys selling then dealers.

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[DJ 17]

10-4 good to know.

[BAZOOKAJOE]

I don't recommend hooking the copper in the release. I tried that last year, ended up with weak spots that broke unexpectedly...and lost a couple. I started running 10 feet of 30 lbs big game between the braid and copper.

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[BOBBY D]

can someone tell me when the LOTSA is and where? thanks.

[Legacy]

can someone tell me when the LOTSA is and where? thanks.

http://www.lotsa.org/index2.htm

[Tim Bromund]

Thanks Rob.

[BOBBY D]

Thanks for the info.