It'll last years if you don't do alot of leadcore trolling. We had the same leadcore on our lines for
about two years
. The lead and the dacron sheath kind of fused together so the dacron sheath would not peel back anymore. What we did to solve this was to pull the leadcore off the reel and lay it out in the yard.
How deep can you fish with lead core line?
The slower the speed, the deeper the lines will run. At normal walleye trolling speeds, you can figure
about 6 feet of depth for each color
. With segmented lines, let out more mono backing to run deeper. Four colors of segmented line will easily run 30 feet deep or more.
How long is leadcore good for?
If you cut off the worn ends, you can keep using it until you run out of line. If it doesn't break, keep using it.
10-20 years depending on use
.
What is lead core fishing line used for?
The main idea behind using lead core line is
to let the line itself sink, enabling whatever lure you are trolling with to reach a deeper depth than it could dive on its own using monofilament or braided lines
.
When should you replace fishing line?
You should change your fishing line
once or twice a year
. The frequency that you use the line will have an impact but there are some other factors that can affect the life-span of your line, these are: Frequency of use – regular use will degrade the structure the line making it weaker and more prone to tangle.
How often should you change fluorocarbon line?
Fluorocarbon lines may be changed
at least once a year
, though they can last much longer. They have a shelf life of approximately 7 to 10 years, so if you haven't used them at all during this time, it is best to discard them.
Can you put lead core line on a spinning reel?
How much backing do you need for lead core line?
The most practical way to rig and fish lead core is to first spoon on
about 200 yards
of backing line. The backing line can be either monofilament or super braid. Because I rig my planer boards for fishing with monofilament, I select 20 pound test monofilament as my backing line.
How do I make my fishing line deeper?
How do you fish with a lead core line for trout?
How do you run a lead core line?
How do you use lead core line for trout?
What fishing line is best for trolling?
Monofilament is the best line choice for trolling in most situations
, but there are times when low stretch lines have the edge. Because low stretch lines are super thin, they enable trolling lures like crankbaits to pick up significantly more depth compared to monofilament lines of the same break strength.
Do you need a special rod for lead core?
In all honesty,
all you need is a cheap fiberglass baitcaster or trolling rod
. The reel should be somewhat large in the sense that lead core is thicker in diameter and needs a larger spool.
How do you troll with a leadcore?
What is the shelf life of fishing line?
There is no official answer for the life of these products, but we've compared estimates from various fishing publications and have gathered that
monofilament has an average shelf life of two to three years
, while fluorocarbon lines can last up to seven or eight years without losing its edge.
Does fishing line deteriorate over time?
High quality, braided fishing line lasts for many years without needing replacement. However,
monofilament and fluorocarbon line will eventually go bad after a couple seasons of use in the water
. Even unused fishing line will loose peak performance after a few years if stored improperly.
How can you tell if a fishing line is bad?
Fishing Line Doesn't have an Expiration Date
There is no set date on mono or flouro line to tell you when it has likely gone bad
. I personally would question any line I've had for over a year and a half. I also recommend checking your line all the time when fishing.
How long will fluorocarbon line last?
Fluorocarbon line can last
up to 5 years when stored and does not require any special storage conditions
. Fluorocarbon lines on reels should be replaced every 2 years max for infrequent anglers, 2 to 3 times for moderately anglers, and high-frequency anglers should replace 4 or more times a year.
How long is braided line good for?
Braided line
can last on your reel for years
, so you don't need to change it out often. However, here are two scenarios when you would need to change it out: A lot of line is frayed. You don't have that much braid left on your spool.
Does fluorocarbon have memory?
Manageability—Fluorocarbon is stiffer and
has more memory than mono and superlines
, making it the least manageable fishing line.
Can you cast with lead core line?
It it solely used for trolling and will kink because of the inner lead core.
Too heavy to cast
but it I suppose it could be used on a very large spinning reel for trolling if you play the line out carefully. Usually, you spool it on reels specifically for used for trolling. It could work for trolling.
How many colors does lead core have?
Lead-core line is available in 100-yard and 200-yard spools. In trolling jargon, a full core is
10 colors
of lead core line or a full, 100-yard spool. Cabela's lead-core line has some added features.
Can you use planer boards with lead core?
If you use leadcore on a planer board,
DO NOT put leadcore line in the clip
. It will break inside core and eventually will break right off.
How much line should you let out when trolling?
Downriggers. Downriggers allow for extra long length between the downrigger ball and the lure. Let out
50 feet
of line and clip into the release. If that's not enough distance to prevent your lake's wary walleyes from seeing the ball…then let out 150 feet of line!
