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zelmo
in Fishing Rods, Reels, Line, and Knots

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Does anyone have the formula to calculated the line capacity of a reel when you know the capacity in a line diameter that is different than what you are going to use?  I want to put 20/6 braid on a reel that is rated at 120yds at 12# test.

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    Line diameter is different among brands but let's assume that the 12lb line used by the manufacturer was nylon mono and .013" diameter.

    120 x .013 = 1.56

    Divide that 1.56 number by the diameter of the other line that you plan to use. For instance - if you wanted to use 6lb nylon mono with a diameter of .009 you would have:

    1.56 / .009 = 173.3 yards of 6lb.

    If you know the diameter of your braid - you should be able to use this formula...

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    Thank you.  That is what I needed.

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