Using mono for wire rod storage

[greenboatluke]

I know this has been a topic on here before, but can't find it. So you can post it here if you do, or we'll just go around again with the topic! [emoji23]

I breakdown my wire dipsy rods after almost every trip.

What do you all think of using a length of mono at the end of your wire to alleviate getting loops or kinks in the wire? What # test is used? How often do you or should you change it?

Thanks, Luke

 

 

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[J.D.]

Luke, I run Slide Divers on my wire rods most of the year. and keep a 30lb. mono leader ahead of the wire. 15 to 20ft. works for me. No snubber as the mono absorbs the shock. You are correct with the storage aspect, mono wrapped over the wire  keeps it on the reel nicely. 

[UNREEL]

We've been using 40lb mono on our wire rods for 2 years now. 25-30 ft. With an allbright knot. Change it out as needed. No more curly cues. A charter captain I know uses 50lb Spros heavy swivels on the wire. But it's a PITA to do yourself. 

Got my LOU stickers Luke. Thanks for the quick delivery.

[Porkpie]

I used 40lb big game last year as well. Just a rod length.  It worked great.

[Silver Fox]

Started doing 50# rod length for me and loved it.

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[greenboatluke]

Thanks for the info. How often do you change it out?


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[UNREEL]

11 hours ago, greenboatluke said:

Thanks for the info. How often do you change it out?


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40 or 50 lb. Big Game is tough stuff. Change out only when you have any doubts.                 

[Sk8man]

I only use 6 ft. 1 piece roller rods for wire rigs but I keep the tension on the wire at all times in storage with a small bungi cord which eliminates the mono etc.

[UNREEL]

Good point. Wish I could do that Les. Gotta break down my Taloras for the cuddy

Kevin

 

[scobar]

We've been using 40lb mono on our wire rods for 2 years now. 25-30 ft. With an allbright knot.

With the allbright knot which line does the wrapping?


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[bout time]

With the allbright knot which line does the wrapping?

The mono (leader) wraps around the wire


'Bout Time
Mike

[scobar]

Came out great! Thanks, just wasn't sure with the wire being smaller than the mono.


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[UNREEL]

The mono

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