question on lead core setups
just getting back in to walleye fishing after a bunch of years without boat got the boat late last year now am starting to get thing rigged up just pickup a couple of lead core setups the question do you guy use backing on the reels and do you run lead at the end of the leadcore how long and what lb test any info would be really helpfull thank you JOHN:D:D
Leadcore "System" Approach
I started using Leadcore about 5 years ago. I found that I couldn't afford to have decent quality reels laying idol when they had a specific length that wasn't in use. So I created a "Leadcore" storage system. A set of spools that I use to rotate through the season. I have photos if you want more info. I do special build them for about $40 each.
I actually carry it on the boat with me. A portable drill takes the 2 color off in about 30 seconds, leader and all. Then attach, the 5 color, from the spool and wind onto the reel. I have 8 reels (Penns) all line counters and I can configure them any way I need to, including wire for dipsey's.
I have a friend that has 30 reels with various lengths of leadcore. He can afford to use a $100 + reel for 2/4 weeks out of each year. I can't do that. My system works great and I can build it to hold 27 or 36# leadcore, in up to 20 colors (Salmon guys). Drop me a PM if you'd like pics or more info.