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[Chuck23]

Hey guys - quick question.  I need new line on my real (I can't even remember what I have on there it is so old) and I was looking for suggestions.  I need something strong enough for salmon but I want a smaller diameter line so I can hold lots.  Also I need something that can maximize casting distance and preferably something nice and limp that will lay straight.  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  This line will be used on a med spinning real and a 7 - 9 foot rod (I need to get a new rod...).

Cheers!

[Danube Boy]

P-Line CX Premium.

[ynot]

berkley triline XL.nice and limp.

[skaha]

-- if you are only getting one line, you already are limiting yourself to compromise.
-- each manufacturer tries to provide line for a variety of fishing situations.
-- use of specialty lines will also become frustrating if you don't bring a few with you, either on different rigs or at least some extra spools.

[lightsorcerer]

Line is the cheapest thing to purchase yet the most vital piece of equipment and any decent tackle shop should be able to answer your question. 
I for one for spinning line enjoy berkey products

tight lines

[koko]

Braid line is the only way to go.

[Chuck23]

-- if you are only getting one line, you already are limiting yourself to compromise.
-- each manufacturer tries to provide line for a variety of fishing situations.
-- use of specialty lines will also become frustrating if you don't bring a few with you, either on different rigs or at least some extra spools.

I have a couple of different spinning rods with diff. line.  I also have 2 spools for this real - so in this case I am looking for 1 line for spinning for salmon specifically - I will be tossing spoons and spinners mainly.

Thanks for all of the responses...

[EZ_Rolling]

I also vote for Braid I have switched all of my spinning reels over and am very happy that I did.

[Fish Assassin]

Braid line is the only way to go.

Spiderwire

[FishOn36]

P-Line CX Premium.

This stuff is great 

[Chuck23]

Hmm - if I go with Braid / Spider wire - what pound test would I need?  Would 10 lb do the trick or should I get something a little more robust?...

[Eagleye]

I would avoid spiderwire I bought some 10lb of the spiderwire EZ braid and the stuff shreds like crazy.  For spinning reels you cannot beat Sufix Performance braid but unfortunately I have yet to find it locally, you would have to get it online. http://www.sufix.com/usa/fishing_line/performance_braid/ I would recommend 20 or 30lb anything less won't have enough abrasion resistance because it is so thin.

[Chuck23]

Thanks again for the response.  Now it may seem like a stupid question, but if I go with braid I would assume that I would need to tie on a leader before my spinner or croc - correct?  Would you suggest a swivel to a 3 - 4 foot leader?  Thanks!  Also - what are the best braids out there that I can get locally??

[metalfisherman]

I using Fireline. That is fantastic.
And directly tie 20lb leader, not use swivel.

[metalfisherman]

Army & Navy is best price, I think.