What line to use?

[kybasspro]

I am a beginner on baitcast reels, I was wondering what line to use for all purpose baitcaster. Should I use braid with a mono leader? If so what paound test.

 

[buzzed bait]

if you're truly a beginner, go get some cheap mono and get used to the reel.... you'll save some money in the backlashes you'll be cutting out...  get some 12# trilene big game and practice til your arms fall off. 

when you're good with the reel, then step up the line.

a great all around for me is 30lb braid with leader of choice or no leader at all, just depending on the bait and conditions.

[Raul]

Get the cheapest nylon you can find and learn how to set and control the reel first.

[BrianinMD]

x3 on the cheap mono to learn. You will appreciate it as you cut off a couple spools worth during the process.

One thing you can do is pull off a little over a good cast distance and put a piece of tape across the remaining line. That way the backlashes will only go that deep. Will help save some line also.

Otherwise, practice, practice, practice, then repeat.