At what temperature should the fishing line be stored?

Today we offer the topic: “how to properly store fishing line” from professional fishermen. We tried to cover the topic as fully as possible. You can ask all questions in the comments after the article.

Almost all monofilament lines are destroyed when exposed to sunlight (see table). The fishing line should be stored in a dark, cool and dry place. Monofilament line will lose its strength if it dries out in a stretched state. Always, before winding fishing line on a reel or reel, it is necessary to dry it, it is better if this is done in the shade. If for some reason it is not possible to dry the fishing line, then it must be reeled in without tension.

During long breaks in the use of fishing line, it must be wound from the reel onto a separate reel and packaged in polyethylene film (or paper, pre-saturated with fat) and stored in the dark. For long-term storage, it would be advisable to wipe the fishing line with glycerin (sold at the pharmacy for pennies).

To store the fishing line of a float fishing rod, it is very convenient to use a reel made from a flat piece of foam: the tip of the hook is recessed into the end of the reel, and the fishing line is fixed with an elastic band tied to its tip. As the line dries out, it gradually shrinks without hindrance. In this way, you can attach the fishing line to the rod even in complete darkness by inserting the elastic band with the fishing line into the rings starting from the tip and fixing it on the reel. The remaining part of the fishing line is simply released from the foam reel, and the rod tip is gradually raised.

Braided lines should be treated absolutely identically. After drying, it is wound on a reel, where it is stored until the next fishing trip. If it is not possible to dry the cord, then it must be unwound from the reel and then reeled back in, but do this as weakly as possible.

It is especially good to dry the fishing line in one thread, which, when moistened during fishing, stretches greatly, and when dried, shrinks back. By shrinking, it can damage the drum of our reel.

You should periodically trim the worn, dilapidated and predator-damaged end of the fishing line, as well as swap its upper and lower parts.

How reliably the fishing line will serve us depends to a large extent neither on the diameter, nor on the quality, nor on the fatigue of the fishing line. Often the fishing line breaks due to the fact that sinkers, hooks and other equipment are incorrectly attached to it. It is at the site of nodal connections that the strength of the fishing line is lost the most. You can read about how to make correct and high-quality knots in the article: “Fishing knots. We knit correctly.”

How to properly store fishing line. Fishing line storage

Buying a good fishing line is not a problem. It is much more difficult to maintain it, because over time, even the strongest fishing line loses its properties and becomes fragile. To avoid this, I recommend following a few simple rules.

Some experienced sports anglers change the line on their spools after 10 - 15 fishing trips. And rightly so - it’s better to spend an extra $20 than to lose a bunch of expensive and proven baits or to miss a fish that has bitten. Those who go out on the water several times a season do not need such costs. The main thing is to properly store the fishing line during its forced downtime.

I advise you to unwind the line from the spool after each fishing trip and let it dry. To do this, you need to choose any fairly flat piece of land so that you can stretch the fishing line along it, and then, after 3 to 5 minutes, it can be wound back onto the spool. If this is not done, the fishing line, as it dries, will tighten and destroy the lower turns. Plus, after this procedure, the moment of twisting the line disappears if you have been fishing with spinners for a long time.

It is known that sunlight destroys the structure of monofilament lines extremely quickly. That's why I store the coils and bombs in a dark place. The temperature should be in the range from 12 to 25 degrees Celsius. Small deviations from these figures almost do not reduce the strength of the fishing line, but affect its flexibility and elasticity.

Humidity during long-term storage of fishing line without use is recommended in the range of 60% and above. This can be achieved this way: place the fishing line in a tightly closed box and put a jar of water in it. Water needs to be added every three to four weeks.

There is another way to store fishing line for a long time, but for this you will have to coordinate your actions with your household.

Place the fishing line set aside for storage in a plastic bag and place it on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, in the vegetable section. In such a place, the fishing line can be stored practically without damage for many months.

Line winding algorithm

Depending on which trimmer model is used, the type, thickness and length of the fishing line is selected. The cord diameter can be from 1.2 to 4 mm. It is not difficult to guess that the thicker you thread the cord, the tougher and thicker the grass it can cut.

In most cases, a universal fishing line with a diameter of 2 mm is used.

In order to find out what diameter line can be used on your mower, there are 3 ways.

See information about cord thickness in the instructions for the device.
Look at the bobbin itself. Information about possible fishing line diameters can be printed on it.
Read also: Installation of equipment “English donka” for fishing on a feeder
Insert the line into the outlet hole. If it easily fits into it, then a cord of this diameter can be used.

The line is wound onto a reel located in the mowing head. Therefore, you need to open it first (this was discussed above). There are 2 ways to wind cord.

First way

To correctly determine how many meters of fishing line will be required for a particular reel, you need to wind it onto the bobbin so that the skein does not exceed the diameter of the sides. If the line sticks out over the edges of the spool, you will not be able to insert it into the housing. Once you have decided on the length of the material, you need to thread it into the bobbin, so do the following.

It is necessary to fold the fishing line in half so that one end is 10-15 cm longer than the other.
Please note that the bobbin is divided into 2 parts by a central edge, from which charging begins. Find a groove on it and insert the cord, bent in half, into it, applying a little force.
It is very important to determine in which direction the line is wound on the reel. If you look closely, you can find an arrow on the bobbin or an inscription with an arrow indicating in which direction the winding should be carried out. There are times when there is no arrow on the reel. In such a situation, you can look at the arrow drawn on the mowing head and wind the cord in the opposite direction.
Winding should be carried out carefully, turn to turn, with maximum thread tension.
After laying the cord is completed, you will first need to secure the short end of the fishing line by inserting it into a groove of a suitable diameter on the side of the reel.
The second end, the longer one, is attached to a groove on the opposite side of the bobbin.
After fixing the fishing line, trim its ends, leaving an allowance of about 10 cm.
Next, you need to install the loaded reel into the mowing head. To do this, alternately inserting and pulling the thread into the output holes of the head, place the bobbin in the casing, then, applying the required force, pull the line out of the fixing grooves and tighten it.
Now you can put the cover on and secure it with the latches.

Second way

Some reels provide a second way to secure the cord: you can load 2 pieces of thread, instead of one, folded in half . The fishing line is replaced according to the following algorithm.

Before changing or loading a new thread into the spool, determine how many meters of thread you will need using the method discussed above.
Bend one end of the cord into a hook.
Find the hole at the bottom of the bobbin intended for fixing the fishing line, and insert the end of the thread bent into a loop into it.
The cord must be wound according to the direction of the arrow to the required level, not exceeding the diameter of the reel.
Do the same steps for the second bobbin cell.
Assembling the head is no different from the method that was given when we considered threading the bobbin with a piece of fishing line folded in half.

For Shtil brand brush cutters, there is a very simple and quick way to replace the fishing line without disassembling the mowing head, which you can familiarize yourself with by watching this video.

The ends of the cord protruding from the holes in the casing can be cut to the required length once the part is installed in the trimmer. You can do this in two ways:

by turning on the trimmer (when rotating, the ends of the fishing line will be cut on a knife attached to the protective casing for this purpose);
cutting off the excess ends with scissors so that they do not touch the casing body.

The second method is used if it was necessary to install a cord of large diameter, and the trimming knife cannot shorten it.

If the thread has been loaded into the mowing head, but the length of the protruding ends of the cord is insufficient, then before starting the machine they must be lengthened - this applies to the head with manual adjustment . However, there are also cases when using a semi-automatic mowing head when, due to the insufficient length of the protruding ends of the cord, they do not extend automatically. In this case, you need to turn off the unit (on an electric device, you must unplug the plug from the socket), manually press the button located at the bottom of the part, and pull out a little fishing line. After this procedure, the cord will again be able to extend due to centrifugal force, if the spindle speed is set to maximum.

No matter what thickness of fishing line you use, you should remember: in order not to constantly interrupt work and not change the cord, you should avoid areas where the working tool can touch hard surfaces (stones, curbs, thick dry branches, etc.).

Which fishing line is better to choose. How to store and how to wind

To come back from fishing not empty-handed, but with a good catch, you need to properly equip your fishing rod. A lot will depend on what line you choose. With its help, all the elements of the equipment are connected together, the bait is cast, and after hooking the fish is pulled out. Fishing line must have the following qualities:

wear resistance;
strength;
elasticity;
be as inconspicuous as possible in a body of water.

To choose the right cord, you need to be guided by the specific features of the product: for example, the thread for the feeder and for the trimmer are significantly different from each other. But, all the same, you cannot choose a multifunctional tackle that will work in any conditions.

Types of fishing lines and their advantages

Fishing lines are divided into two main types:

Monofilament (monofilament). This is a homogeneous nylon (polyamide) thread. This product has three subtypes:

monofilament line. It is softer and more springy, fits well and flies over a long distance.
copolymer fishing line. In its production, raw materials from several different polyamides are used;
the highest price is for high-polymer thread. But, at the same time, it has a number of characteristic properties.

Braid is a product made from a large number of threads. Such equipment has a number of useful qualities for fishing: high softness, low elasticity, strength. However, such equipment costs much more than mono.

Depending on what fibers the product consists of, it is divided into:

made from simple fiber;
made of sheathed fibers (they are very similar to monofilament).

As already mentioned, monofilament is a highly stretchable nylon thread that has knot-resistant qualities. Good to use for loose baits and mounting rotating spoons. This thread allows you to soften the workload on the reel because it absorbs the jerks of the fish. But it is very soft, which leads to rapid abrasion;
Copolymer fishing line has a set of qualities that allows it to be used in various fishing conditions. It is used for jig fishing and hooking, as it does not tangle as much. A negative quality is the high load on the reel mechanism due to increased rigidity;
High-polymer threads have a narrow specialization intended for any type of fishing. They are well suited as a winter fishing line, since their structure does not change with prolonged contact with cold water, they do not freeze, and they sink quickly.

And you need to wind it as shown in the picture below:

Recently, the price of various types of fishing line has dropped significantly, so many fishermen do not store it, but prefer to replace it. However, it is worth knowing some general rules: the fishing line should not be exposed to direct sunlight, it should not be placed near heat sources, and stored in individual packaging in a dark place. Wind the threads into spools, or in a figure-of-eight shape, but without pulling them.

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With the arrival of the winter season, most fishermen, after carrying out maintenance, put their spinning rods in tubes, reels in cases, wash baits (spinners and wobblers) with clean water, then dry them and carefully put them in boxes. What to do with the fishing line? How to store wicker in winter? It seems that it was purchased recently, and the quantity has not decreased much. She would be just right for next season. I know that there are anglers who categorically reject the idea of using braided line for a second season. But to each his own. Having already had some experience, I am sure that storing wicker after the summer season is possible and necessary, even from a budget point of view. But using cords that are obviously unknown and of dubious quality is definitely out of the question.

Types of fishing lines and their advantages

Fishing lines are divided into two main types:

Monofilament (monofilament). This is a homogeneous nylon (polyamide) thread. This product has three subtypes:

monofilament line. It is softer and more springy, fits well and flies over a long distance.
copolymer fishing line. In its production, raw materials from several different polyamides are used;
the highest price is for high-polymer thread. But, at the same time, it has a number of characteristic properties.

2. Braid is a product made from a large number of threads. Such equipment has a number of useful qualities for fishing: high softness, low elasticity, strength. However, such equipment costs much more than mono.

Depending on what fibers the product consists of, it is divided into:

made from simple fiber;
made of sheathed fibers (they are very similar to monofilament).

Operation and care of braided wire

Braided fishing line differs in many ways from monofilament line. Its main difference is in the structure. Braids are made up of many fibers twisted into ropes and woven into a single thread. This thread is much stronger than fishing line. It does not stretch and is not so susceptible to mechanical stress. Simply put, braid is more difficult to cut and tear. This is a very useful property, which is so important when fishing on the bottom densely strewn with shells or stones.

However, this does not mean that the braid will retain its original properties for a long time if it is not taken care of.

What should I do with the cord before first use? It is necessary to saturate it with silicone or other special liquid. A good substitute would be Vaseline ointment and fat. They are sold at the pharmacy.

Spray for treating braided line can be purchased at a fishing store at an inexpensive price.

Impregnation should be done when fishing with a feeder and spinning rod in summer and winter. The fence will be impregnated with a water-repellent composition, and dirt and chemicals will not get inside. Thus, the braid will be protected from destruction, mechanical damage and will not fluff or rot. When passing through the rings and roller of the line guide, the cord will not rub as intensely and will last longer. The roller and rings should also be sprayed.

In winter, the effect of the spray will be at temperatures down to – 5 degrees. The cord will not freeze or be damaged. Usually the spray is enough for half a fishing trip, and then you should spray it on the fence again.

How to do impregnation correctly? It is better to carry it out in three stages. First we wind a third of the cord onto the spool. After this, apply lubricant around the entire circumference of the spool. Next, we wind another third of the cord and again impregnate it in the same way. We complete the winding and soak again. This process will take at most 5-7 minutes, but we will process the cord efficiently. If you simply wind braid onto the spool and then spray it, the lower part of the braid will not receive the required amount of liquid. It won't soak in properly.

If you don’t have such a spray, then take petroleum jelly, put it in a pipette and carefully apply it to the wattle fence. This oil is no less effective than sprays. It's just not that convenient to apply.

Before winding the braid onto the spool, it is important to check the quality of the reel. Thin lines require delicate handling. Not every reel is suitable for braid with a diameter of 0.08 and 0.1 mm. When purchasing a reel, you need to check what diameters it is suitable for. For example, it will work well with braided wire with a cross-section of 0.14 mm, but not with thinner models. Without knowing such nuances, you can ruin your fishing. Many anglers, having received a beard or poor-quality winding during reeling, think that it is either a bad braid or an unimportant reel. In fact, both the wattle and the coil can be normal. It's just that the reel is only suitable for working with fishing lines. On another reel, the same braid will be wound smoothly, and no knots or beards will appear on it. That is, correct work is possible with the correct selection of these elements of gear.

Selection of fishing line, its storage, operation, knots

Line diameter Breaking force, kg (braided), mm braided line 0.1/0.1 0.95 5.6 0.12/0.12 1.35 7.5 0.15/0.14 1.8 9 .5 0.17/0.16 2.85 12.5 0.22/0.22 4.2 20.0 0.25/0.25 5.32 24.0

Note: The table compares the strength of nylon fishing line and braided line. We will not compare the strength of various fishing lines; this can be clearly seen from the following table, where a braided cord, which is made of high-quality fiber, is compared with ordinary monofilament. This special fiber does not stretch and gives the cord high strength and sensitivity when biting, which allows you to feel the weakest and most careful bite at a great distance and depth. But for comparison, here are the data from high-quality American braided fishing line Whiplash from Berkley. Line diameter (mm) Breaking load (kg) 0.06 10.6 0.1 14.1 0.17 21.7 0.21 26.4 0.24 – 37.8 0.28 46.9