4 minutes ago, Hammer 4 said:

Then I have to believe it was in fact a bass.

 

Yes it was the biggest bass I have seen at this lake as well, which is what prompted me to ask the question because I was wondering just how big of a bass I lost. There's a few 6 pounders at the lake, but most are 2. It would really suck to lose a new PB because my drag was broken.

 

I'm leaning more towards snapped the line due to no drag, rather then frayed line, weak knots, different species. as with  non frayed line, and a strong knot, the line would still snap with no drag with a fish capable of exerting more than 10 lbs of pressure on the line.

 

Perhaps it would have been better to phrase my question like this. How small of a bass can snap 10# test line with no drag? The answer is weak knots frayed line different species lbs lol.

2 minutes ago, NorcalBassin said:

Definitely feel as though I'd lost them if drag was tightened down all the way. Letting giants run with a finesse hook, smooth drag and 6-7# line gave me the chance to successfully land those fish. Same goes for my 9lb+ LMB PB I caught on the same setup. Inconsistent or locked down/broken drag would have very likely been lost fish. ?

 

Naw bro, drag had nothing to do with it. It's because my line was frayed, my knot was weak, my line guides are frayed and it wasn't a bass lol. 

 

With correct set drag I have landed some really big carp on 6 and 8 pound test. I posted pics of them earlier. I primarily UL or finesse fish, so having my drag set correctly is crucial. That being said I don't know why people like catching carp, even giant ones on a UL are kind of boring fights, all they do is run. No jumping or thrashing like a bass.

 

I believe someone earlier said a 2 lbs bass is capable of snapping 10# test line. (Assuming it's not frayed or a weak knots) if that's the case, I don't see why someone wouldn't think having no drag wouldn't play a part.

 

Anyways thanks for your logical response.

Could there have been any rocks, ect. that could have cut your line ?

Just now, Hammer 4 said:

Could there have been any rocks, ect. that could have cut your line ?

 

Nope, there a tunnel that feeds the lake, I caught my PB there. I was standing on top of the tunnel and dropped the lure in front of it. The bass ate it and swam straight away, I was practically standing on top of him. There also no structure in the lake, it's a hoa pond.

3 hours ago, geo g said:

I would think the line was probably nicked on something and a weak point was made.  This has happen to me many times with smaller size bass.  It’s not the bass it’s an exquipment failure.

 

 

10# braid to 10# copolymer 

I've had 6# fluoro just explode from the weight of a spinner bait being given a hard stop at the end of a cast. 

d**n fluorocarbon 

Time spent on a topic that can't be determined.  Most have told you it's impossible to give an answer you personally like.  If you fish you will occasionally lose fish, some big, some small.  If you don't catch it, measure it, and weigh it,  It can't be determined, too many variables!  A lot of fisherman will like to consider it big.  It's as simple as that!

The bass got away, so it can be as big as you want it to be.  I would start at two pounds over your PB and add a pound or two as time goes by.

I've read most of your replies from lots of members on this forum. You are stuck on "how big of fish can break 10lb line" which you're obsessed about and have formed your own opinion and answer and looking for affirmation that it was huge. Scuffed off others answers that were put out there knowing you told us you had to button the reel down to fish. Think it's time for this topic to be done. You are the reason YOU lost the fish.  Your decisions to lock the drag caused the line to break. You stated she  was big, well she still is. 

35 minutes ago, king fisher said:

The bass got away, so it can be as big as you want it to be.  I would start at two pounds over your PB and add a pound or two as time goes by.

I love it

16 hours ago, Jonas Staggs said:

 

 

On the to do list!

 

Any guess on the size of a bass to easily snap 10# with no drag?

2lbs.  

10# braid to 10# copolymer and the drag locked down tight? That line break was caused by a bass that was significantly bigger than your state record. Sorry for your loss.

Something else to consider regarding braid and something I struggled with after many years of using mono and flouro.

You no longer need to swing for the fences on a hook set.

I lost some good fish in my home run swing....... just a sweep is all that's needed.

So I work in the fishing industry, it's my job. The answer you're looking for isn't a definitive answer.  I've watched 10lb fish break 40lb line. Seen 100lb explode on 50lb fish. And now braid to leader factors in because its a weak point but also diminishes stretch which can cause like to fail. Everything factors in to the line breaking.  Sorry,  it could have been a 1lb fish or a 6lb fish. You can't get a number. Your disrespect  towards the members here that gave you answers that you scoffed at then joked because you want something that can't be answered.  You owe this community an apology. No need to disrespect anyone here. Read the rules. 

Just now, gulfcaptain said:

So I work in the fishing industry, it's my job. The answer you're looking for isn't a definitive answer.  I've watched 10lb fish break 40lb line. Seen 100lb explode on 50lb fish. And now braid to leader factors in because its a weak point but also diminishes stretch which can cause like to fail. Everything factors in to the line breaking.  Sorry,  it could have been a 1lb fish or a 6lb fish. You can't get a number. Your disrespect  towards the members here that gave you answers that you scoffed at then joked because you want something that can't be answered.  You owe this community an apology. No need to disrespect anyone here. Read the rules. 

^what he said 

Need to shut this thread down and lock it.

7 minutes ago, gulfcaptain said:

Need to shut this thread down and lock it.

Good idea 

Reminder: it's fishing folks.  It's supposed to be fun. The moment you get riled up because somebody didn't understand your question or didn't provide an answer you wanted is the moment it's no longer fun.  You're in control of your own fun, not anyone else.