10-21-2011, 12:34 AM
Absolutely. I have the largest Battenkill Bar Stock reel on my eight weight. But my eight weight is a Winston BIIx which weighs less than most 5 weights.
Never used Spectra for Backing but I don't see why not. Smaller diameter. I mostly fish for trout and never much worry about them spooling me.
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Never used Spectra for Backing but I don't see why not. Smaller diameter. I mostly fish for trout and never much worry about them spooling me.
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