8# to 6# for finesse

[rockchalk06]

Currently I am running 8# FC Sniper on my finesse casting rig. I've got a Yumeya 36mm BFS spool installed with ZPI Office bearings.

I'm just curious how much improvement I will see dropping to 6# FC Sniper?

Anyone ever use it on a casting reel?

[Mike Cork]

What improvement are you looking for? Casting distance?

You're already pretty small diameter. Obviously there will be some because of physics. But you'll have to weigh extra casting distance with a longer fight with a fish and the probability of catching that fish on lighter line at greater distances.

Not sure 2 pounds of diameter are worth a couple feet?

[SFL BassHunter]

Heck I've never used anything less than 8lb test on anything.

My "finesse" spinning outfit has 8lb on it and I call that my "extra finesse" gear. lol

[rockchalk06]

What improvement are you looking for? Casting distance?

You're already pretty small diameter. Obviously there will be some because of physics. But you'll have to weigh extra casting distance with a longer fight with a fish and the probability of catching that fish on lighter line at greater distances.

Not sure 2 pounds of diameter are worth a couple feet?

Line management mainly. Just didn't know if 6# would have less memory or come off the spool easier? I don''t think that it will affect the bait much if any.

[Mike Cork]

Line management mainly. Just didn't know if 6# would have less memory or come off the spool easier? I don''t think that it will affect the bait much if any.

It's been a long time since I've fished that light but there could be obvious differences between the two. Especially pertaining to brands. Example Maxima Line has a ton of memory but it's clear mono and strong. 2 pounds can mean a lot of difference. Not Trilene, not so much they would be about the same. So dealing with FC, the smallest I've used is 12 so I can't help there.

[Lee Smith]

65# Braid is the lowest I'm going! 

[rockchalk06]

It's been a long time since I've fished that light but there could be obvious differences between the two. Especially pertaining to brands. Example Maxima Line has a ton of memory but it's clear mono and strong. 2 pounds can mean a lot of difference. Not Trilene, not so much they would be about the same. So dealing with FC, the smallest I've used is 12 so I can't help there.

Pretty much anymore all I use for Fluoro is FC Sniper. I'll jump on some Tatsu if it's on sale, but FC has been pretty decent for me.