What tension should I have 80lb braid spooled to my reel ?
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i would go 16 pounds.
so the math works out like this. the drag for an 80 pound class line weight reel would be 24 pounds at strike. i set the line tensioner on the line winder to 2/3rds of the strike drag, which would be 16 pounds. that is likely beyond the capacity of most shops. so wind it up as tight as you can. :-\
if you're ever in the neighborhood, we can spool it up here.
Thanks Alan !
The reel is new Avet HXJ Raptor and I bought at the sport show... with purchase I get 300 yards free braid spooled on said reel at Turners. I'll have them do the best they can. Then pay you a visit to check it out.
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deal!