Ken, You might want to look into gel spun backing--35 lb strength, 20 lb diameter.
That way you get the advantages of both, but it does cost more (why don't these things
ever cost less?). I have some loaded up and have seen it a few times. Seems to work
fine.--Gerry
>
> From: "Ken, Carolyn, Alex and Hershel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Date: 2002/11/15 Fri PM 01:01:05 EST
> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [VFB] Steelhead and backing question
>
> Here's a question for anyone who fishes for steelhead.
>
> I recently purchased a new 8 wt rod, reel and a multi tip 8 wt line to go
> with it.
>
> I'm hoping to do some steelhead fishing this winter and I'll also use it for
> salmon and saltwater fishing.
>
> Here's my question....
>
> Should I use 30 pound or 20 pound backing.
>
> I would think that 20 pound would be enough -- however, I've already got
> some 30 pound backing that came with another reel I purchased a year or so
> ago.
>
> Is 30 pound overkill?
>
> Thanks for all your help.
>
> -Ken-
>
>
