First of all, a double grinner or the improved Albright knot are perfect for joining braid to mono. Youtube have excellent "live" footage of tying both types so you won't go far wrong if you follow the advice given. Just remember to wet the knot before tightening up.

40lb braid should be fine for wrecking as would matching it to 40 lb mono backing. The brand of braid to use is all down to personal choice, in my case I use white Dynon in 300m lengths.

If you're loading the reel for the first time, the ideal way would be to load the braid on first, tie the knot of your choice to the mono backing, then load the reel up with the mono to it's full capacity.
Next, transfer the whole lot onto a spare reel/empty spool, then repeat the process on to a second empty reel/spool. Finally, load it all back on to the reel it will be used with and you'll have the perfect level. If you need to reload a spool of new braid at a later date, the backing is already in place for you to just tie the new to it.

I think a length of shock-leader would be advisable if only to give a little protection from abrasive elements and a bit of stretch. I would use a length 2 1/2 times the length of the rod. The same bs as the mono backing should be fine.

As most wrecks are in deep water, when using braid you will "feel" what's going on at the other end as there is very limited stretch, so you should end up turning more bites into fish on.

Good luck !!

 

If you're loading the reel for the first time, the ideal way would be to load the braid on first, tie the knot of your choice to the mono backing, then load the reel up with the mono to it's full capacity.
Next, transfer the whole lot onto a spare reel/empty spool, then repeat the process on to a second empty reel/spool. Finally, load it all back on to the reel it will be used with and you'll have the perfect level. If you need to reload a spool of new braid at a later date, the backing is already in place for you to just tie the new to it.

Thats a great idea and will save me time in the future. Thanks for that tip!

 

Thanks for the advice goaheadholyhead.

That is a brilliantly simple idea!! I have an old mitchel 624 somewhere and the spool capacities must be fairly comparable.

I can only seem to find Dynon on the interned in spools of 180 yards can you suggest somewhere on the net that will stock the 300 yard spools?

Also I notice 40lb seems to be a fairly less common bs as most braid ranges go from 30lb to 50lb with no option in between, in my situation which option would you go for if 40lb is not available?

 

Hi There,

You might try "The Tackle Box" on 01322 292400. They have 40lbs Dynon in 440yds spools costing £59.99.

Hope this helps.

 

I use that method when loading a reel for the first time, works a treat

I usually load 300m to allow for losses

Try Alderney Angling website for braid, Mark does a selection at good prices, we use whiplash pro at £17.99 a spool. but its a personal choice