Would you rather use mono, or braid for a light power rod, used
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If I put braided fishing line that has a higher pound test than my reel/rod is rated for, but it is the same size as the mono pound test, what will happen?
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Would you rather use mono, or braid for a light power rod, used mostly for crappie/panfish? And why : r/FishingForBeginners
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