This video breaks down exact rod–reel–line combos so your presentation, hookup ratio, and landing ratio all jump way up. Whether you’re just building your first lineup or refining a boat full of gear, you’ll see exactly what power, action, gear ratio, and line type to use for each technique—and why it matters.

I wish I had the room in my little boat to carry a rod for each presentation. I have to use multi-purpose rigs.

One thing that I noticed you use a lot fluorocarbon line. I spooled a couple of rigs with it when it first came out, had nothing but trouble with it. Between knots and birds nest, I took it off.

I need to give it another try, be hard to give up my tried and true Big Game.

Just now, GRiver said:

I need to give it another try,

Tatsu or InvizX is all I'll use.....both are very good and forgiving....don't forget the KVD L&L

Thanks. Sadly I'm allergic to anything other than braid on spinning reels.

^ Maybe we're charter members of "Braid Anonymous" - I'm the same.

6 hours ago, GRiver said:

I spooled a couple of rigs with it when it first came out, had nothing but trouble with it.

As did I and everyone else! Fluorocarbon has come a LONG way since then!

On 3/15/2026 at 10:46 AM, MN Fisher said:

Tatsu or InvizX is all I'll use.....both are very good and forgiving....don't forget the KVD L&L

Do you also buy a new car and immediately change the tires?

13 minutes ago, OkobojiEagle said:

Do you also buy a new car and immediately change the tires?

Please tell me you didn't go there. 😾

Yes, I've tried them both 'naked'.....KVD DID make a difference IMO.