Originally Posted by
kbproctor
Using the heavy mono to act as a tether for rod sections is a better idea to me. Tie the mono to the butt and tip, then the leader to the mono. I would use heavy mono, though. I've had 2 pound rainbows snap 6 pound test mono.
Once that rod bends, though, you get slack in that mono and the tip is still likely to pull off. Maybe run the mono through the guides. Then you stiffen the rod, maybe. I don't know.
I don't have a Cabela's nearby or I would run over and look at those panfish poles. I am going to have to convince someone to make the pilgrimage to Sidney sometime this winter with me.
I've never been to Cabela's even though I have bought a fair amount of camping gear from them on the web. I'll "save shipping" and have the wife nervous all the time I'm gone. Sounds like a good enough reason to me.
I think you misunderstood my plan. I naturally assumed you would run the mono through the guides before tying it to the butt of the rod. Sometimes stuff gets lost in translation.
Good luck on your pursuit.
Regards,
Silver
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