As some spinning reels come with an extra spool to accommodate changing line test or type, I'm wondering does anyone do the same thing with casting reels?

I'm considering picking up a few extra spools for certain casting reels so I could use the same set-ups for different applications; when wanting to switch from say mono or fluorocarbon to braid etc.

Now a days the side plates just slide open and the spools pop right out. I think it would help diversify my modest rod/reel arsenal without adding more rigs (which I don't have the the room for in

the Old Town).

A-Jay

When I used to have less than a dozen rigs, I did that for several reels. I got lazy and just got more rigs.

Yep, for instance I have three spools for flipping stick - one with 50# braid, one with 65# braid, and one with 30# fluoro.

Yep, for instance I have three spools for flipping stick - one with 50# braid, one with 65# braid, and one with 30# fluoro.

Right - Flipping was the first thing that started me thinking about this. I think I'll pick up a few spools and give this a shot.

Thanks

A-Jay

I used to purchase extra spools but new ones are somewhat expensive.  Now I look for a used reel with the spool I want and go that route.

I also carry a few extra spools...  one with braid and two with lighter mono.  (it helps having several reels of the same model that way you have multiple options.

I used to purchase extra spools but new ones are somewhat expensive. Now I look for a used reel with the spool I want and go that route.

wouldn't it be easier to just change the entire reel instead of fooling around with the spools?  Just an observation.