Loading line fixed spool

FitzRoy · Joined: Aug 29, 2006 Posts: 3

I am going to attempt to load a fixed spool reel, and was hoping someone could give me advice to avoid line twist, is it best to load the line through the eyes on the rod or can you do it straight onto the spool with out the rod?
Also which direction should it leave the spool holding the line onto the spool on the reel?

Thanks for any help!

holdernessfisherman · Guest

hi there m8 i always put it through only one eye and keep the spool your taking it of tight at all times and fill your reel up to the rim but not to much so that it over runns

hope this helps from will

VifferRider · Posted: Thu Mar 15, 2007 6:38 pm Post subject:

You can load it several ways

Some recommend putting the new spool in a bucket of water and then wind onto the FS from there

I personally attached the FS to my rod, thread the line down the whole rod, and wind it in that way - never had any kinks etc (but then have only done thi 5 times only)

Some say get the wife/partner/kiddy to hold the reel with a pencil through the spool and wind it that way

What ever you choose, try to keep the line feeding in a steady (not fast) speed, do not apply too much taugthness to the line as you feed it, that could weaken the line.

Rich

FitzRoy · Joined: Aug 29, 2006 Posts: 3

Thanks everyone for your help - all sorted!

holdernessfisherman · Guest

good good