07-19-2001, 03:54 PM
Setting the proper drag for your reel is very important when you go fishing for bigger fishes. Everyone knows it, including me. For most amateur anglers, the basic drag setting is 1/3 of the poundage of the fishing line. I also use this guide for the setting of drags for my reels.<br><br>My question and confusion is, how do I know the maximum limit to set the drag for my reels? Most manufacturer of reels doesn't state the maximum drag setting for its reel in the manual. So for eg, if I use 80lbs line my drag setting at 1/3 is probably at 26lbs. How will I know if the reel is able to cope with such high drag setting?<br><br>I've a Penn 6500SS, Shimano TSS4, Shimano TLD 30II, Abu 9500 and Accurate TDR 6. I'm thinking of using a 50-80lbs line for all the reels. Can I set the drag at 16-26lbs for all the reels? Can someone pls help me on the above questions or maybe just advise me on the limit of setting the drags for my above mentioned reels. Thks.<br><br>Pete.<br><br>