Re : loading a fixed spool....What happens if.....

**lure lobber** · 26-04-2007, 12:45

You were too impatient for a reply and loaded the spool with-out a knot...Is it safe ?? It is fully loaded and i started from the middle.....

**Snaggletooth** · 26-04-2007, 12:52

It will be safe. You will be unlikely to be able to cast the whole spool out!

**lure lobber** · 26-04-2007, 13:52

Originally Posted by Snaggletooth

It will be safe. You will be unlikely to be able to cast the whole spool out!

Thats what i thought mate.....Theres 300 yards of 15lb mono on the beast....
Cool thanks snaggle....

**Ajohn** · 26-04-2007, 15:31

Try searching "arbor knot" it's a much easier way of doing it.

This works well on hooks and swivels too except in that case the overhand knot is done over the eye. Expect 100% with many lines. Wet it well and pull the knot in the line very tight and leave a small stub. It's quick and foolproof with minimal practice.

John

**sallysludgebucket** · 26-04-2007, 15:47

Seems OK until you have a crack off mid session the hook into the fish of a lifetime, shore tope do occur !

1 in a million chance I appreciate, but better than nothing is to tape it on with insulation tape. but the arbour knot is easy and best IMHO.

**lure lobber** · 26-04-2007, 16:02

Originally Posted by sallysludgebucket

Seems OK until you have a crack off mid session the hook into the fish of a lifetime, shore tope do occur !

1 in a million chance I appreciate, but better than nothing is to tape it on with insulation tape. but the arbour knot is easy and best IMHO.

Thanks Sally...Looks like i'll be busy respooling tonight and using that knot...Better safe than sorry...Thanks, Col....