RJT74 Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 I have just spooled some 18lb ESP synco loaded line to my Ultegra 14000's in readiness for France in a few weeks. ive never used heavier than 15lb and know it will shorten the distance of my cast. I normally use a 3 or 3.5oz lead. Will using a 4oz lead help me keep some distance? also will i be able to give a cast full 'beans' with no shock leader? cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
salokcinnodrog Posted August 21, 2021 Report Share Posted August 21, 2021 50 minutes ago, RJT74 said: I have just spooled some 18lb ESP synco loaded line to my Ultegra 14000's in readiness for France in a few weeks. ive never used heavier than 15lb and know it will shorten the distance of my cast. I normally use a 3 or 3.5oz lead. Will using a 4oz lead help me keep some distance? also will i be able to give a cast full 'beans' with no shock leader? cheers Probably not to the question of lead size. The best lead size is usually around 1/2 ounce in a ratio to the test curve rating. So for a 3lb test curve rod, 3.5oz is about right. As for 18lb line at full blast, it should as long as you have a smooth action, and don't overload the rod with a lead going too heavy. RJT74 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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