Clumsy fisherman Posted July 17, 2023 Posted July 17, 2023 I understand that it is bad for the rod to exceed the lbs limit for fishing line. Is the limit on the rods for mono only or does it also apply to braid? Quote
Super User MN Fisher Posted July 17, 2023 Super User Posted July 17, 2023 Mono/FC/Hybrid only My flipping rod is rated to 25# test - I have 50# braid on it My frog rod is rated to 25# test - I have 40# braid on it My 'multi-purpose' rod is rated to 20# test - I have 40# braid on it 1 1 Quote
Solution Fishingmickey Posted July 17, 2023 Solution Posted July 17, 2023 The ratings are there for a guide line. It's OK to run 50#braid on a MH rod that may be rated 12-20lbs. Just take it into consideration when you get hung up with your 50# braid or pulling in that 30lb pile of weeds that you could easily break the rod pulling on the snag or weed pile. The general rod classifications are Ultra light 2-4lb lines, Light - 4-10lb, Medium light or Medium 6-12 or 14lbs. Medium heavy is 10-12 to 18-20lb line. Heavy 16-25llb line. Again it is general and the rating will vary by manufacturer. Hope that helps, FM 1 Quote
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