This is my first rod which was about $30 just to go fishing off the rocks. it’s been fun but when I hook a hook a bigger fish (snapper,red hind) the line snaps. I see the line cap says 6lbs… is that the max lbs test line that I could put on the reel? Or is it the line weight which says 6-8 lbs?
Posted by Large_Motor_7803
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The info on the reel is just telling you how much line capacity you’ll have if using 6lb or whatever lb test. You may have to research the reel to find out the drag rating. Unfortunately your combo is on the lighter side of gear and may not perform the best if you have a larger fish on the line but your best bet would be to replace the line you have and put braid on it. 10-20lbs should be more than sufficient
The reel sizing is dependent on capacity. The rod rating is good to stay close or within range for mono as the guides are designed for that rod along with the pole itself . Going too big will wear out the guides.