Skip to content

6 year old line.

Featured Replies

I have a Pflueger Trion that's 6 years old that has an extra spool which I just found. It has Pline Flouro Clear 15 pound test on it. Can I still use this or should I disgaurd and respool?

Id replace half of it. Leave the rest as backing, :)

  • Super User

You shouldn't have any problem as long as the line wasn't exposed to high heat.  My largest fish ever was caught on 8# Trilene XL that was several years old.

Heat, water, and light can all take their toll on line.  I can tell you a dozen stories of my dad losing fish on dry rotted line.  For how cheap mono is, it's worth the $10 just to get a new spool. 

  • Super User

Like the others said.  

Why risk it?

Line is cheap and the only  thing between  you and the fish.

Its better to be safe than sorry.

  • Super User

Why would you want to save the line?

  • Super User

Won't hurt to cast it to see how it works, but IMHO, it's too high pound test for good performance on a spinning reel anyway.  I would replace it with a name brand 15 pound braid, use a leader if you want, or not, and you'll have much better performance.  If new to braid, do some research on knots.

  • Super User

For what it'll cost to replace, and considering it's the ONLY thing connecting bait to reel...  Replace it.  Not worth the risk of losing a fish, a bait you like or even having a doubt IMO.  

  • Super User

Count me in as in favor of replacing it. Now if you told me you had 6 year line sitting around on the spool it was it came from the manufacturer on, you would be fine to use it. Since it has been sitting on the reel all this time on a spool that is much smaller in diameter it is probably similar in look to a slinky. I would just respool with fresh line, as the line that is on there is cheap anyway.

If I were closer, I'd give you some line. I lost more money in tree snagged lures by the end of January this year then I will spend on line. 

  • Global Moderator

15lb is too heavy for a spinning reel anyways, I'd replace it. 

Why take the chance on losing the fish of a lifetime. I would strip the entire spool. Doesn't cost much and doesn't take more than a few minutes spool. No brainer to me- replace it all.

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Unfortunately, your content contains terms that we do not allow. Please edit your content to remove the highlighted words below.
Reply to this topic...

Recently Browsing 0

  • No registered users viewing this page.

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.

Account

Navigation

Search

Search

Configure browser push notifications

Chrome (Android)
  1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
  2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
  3. Adjust your preference.
Chrome (Desktop)
  1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
  2. Select Site settings.
  3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.