Reel Repair by Alan Tani

I just learned how to splice loops in hollow braid and dacron. How big do you guys like to make the loops? I know that you need one loop to be large enough so the spool can pass through. Should you make the other loop small or should they be equal in size?

I make them more or less equal size. Not sure if it matters but it is easier for me.

Quote from: conchydong on November 27, 2016, 12:50:12 AM
I make them more or less equal size. Not sure if it matters but it is easier for me.

Ditto.  Dominick

if the loops are too small, you can always open them up a little. 

Thanks guy. I got it figured out. I made both loops close to the same size.

Splicing the loops was easier than I thought it was going to be. I think I like this method better than the Chinese finger trap method.

I rigged up a spooling station in my garage. I was able to get all my reels spooled up. The reels with hollowcore feel nice and firm. I don't think I'll have anymore issues with the braid digging into itself.

What's a loop?

You splice a loop on the end of hollow braid or dacron. It allows you to connect lines that are different sizes in diameter. I used it to connect hollow braid to dacron. I wanted a topshot of braid to make a designated kite reel.

Also, allows you to swap out topshots quickly. You connect two loops with a cats paw.

Check out this video. This is how I learned.