Your fishing line can wear out over time if it is idle for too long. Flexibility will also be lost due to constantly reeling in the fishing reel (reel). This can make it difficult for you to throw, and the strings are prone to tangling. For best results, change your fishing line at least once each fishing season. This article will show you how to do it right.
Step
Method 1 of 3: Spinning Fishing Reel
Step 1. Refill the spinning reel
This type of fishing reel is usually located under the rod in a hanging position.
- Pay attention to the direction of rotation of the fishing reel. Some coils rotate clockwise or counterclockwise depending on the brand. Then, look at your new coil of string and note the direction in which the string rotates when it is released from the spool.
- Make sure that the direction of rotation of the fishing reel matches the direction of rotation of the release of the string from the reel. For example, if the reel of the fishing reel rotates clockwise then the rotation of the discharge line must also be clockwise. This will reduce the chances of the strings getting tangled.
- If the unscrewing rotation of the string does not match the rotation of the reel, simply flip the reel so that the rotation matches.
Step 2. Tie the new string to the fishing reel
Lift the bobbin holder and thread the end of the thread through the guide ring of the rod all the way to the reel. Tie the strings in the following way:
- Roll the string around the fishing reel.
- Tie the free ends of the strings in a live knot around the main string.
- Retie the live knot at the free end of the string to prevent the first knot from slipping.
- Tighten the knot around the reel and trim off the excess ends of the string.
- Note: if you're using a very thin diameter string and don't want the knots to stick out, use electrical tape to attach the string to the reel.
- Close the coil holder again.
Step 3. Hold the string with two fingers to keep it taut while you wind a few yards of string around the reel
Step 4. Stop coiling and lower the rod toward the coil of string lying on the floor
Make sure that the winding of the string is wound in the direction of the rotation of the reel. If it's in the same direction, please continue until it's finished. If not, repeat the above steps again to make sure the string is wound in the same direction as the fishing reel.
The best way to wind the string into a spinning fishing reel is to hold the string with a soft cotton cloth around the first ring. Use just enough tension to keep the strings from coming loose, and you can wind them as fast as you like
Step 5. Fill the fishing reel only to about a quarter inch from the outer edge of the reel
Method 2 of 3: Baitcasting Fishing Reels
Step 1. Insert a pencil into the gap of the new reel and have someone hold it-or use a fishing reel filler available at fishing supply stores-to hold the reel in place
Step 2. Fill until it leaves about a quarter inch from the outer edge of the coil
Keep the strings taut so they don't get loose and tangle.
Method 3 of 3: Close-Faced Fishing Reel
Step 1. Remove the front of the fishing reel
Before you start reeling, you'll need to tie the string to the reel first.
Step 2. Pay attention to the direction of rotation of the fishing reel
Some coils rotate clockwise or counterclockwise depending on the brand. Then, look at your new coil of string and note the direction in which the string rotates when it is released from the spool.
- Make sure that the direction of rotation of the fishing reel matches the direction of rotation of the release of the string from the reel. For example, if the reel of the fishing reel rotates clockwise then the rotation of the discharge line must also be clockwise. This will reduce the chances of the strings getting tangled.
- If the unscrewing rotation of the string does not match the rotation of the reel reel, simply reverse the reel so that the rotation matches.
Step 3. Insert the new line through the hole in the front of the reel, then attach the line to the reel
Lift the bobbin holder and thread the end of the thread through the guide ring of the rod all the way to the reel. Tie the strings in the following way::
- Roll the string around the fishing reel.
- Tie the free ends of the strings in a live knot around the main string.
- Retie the live knot at the free end of the string to prevent the first knot from slipping.
- Tighten the knot around the reel and trim off the excess ends of the string.
- Note: if you're using a very thin diameter string and don't want the knots to get in the way, use electrical insulation to attach the string to the reel.
Step 4. Reattach the front of the fishing reel before proceeding to the next step
Step 5. Hold the string with two fingers to keep it taut, while you wind a few yards of string onto the fishing reel
Step 6. Stop reeling and lower the rod toward the reel of the string lying on the floor
Make sure that the winding of the string is wound in the direction of the rotation of the reel. If it's in the same direction, please continue until it's finished. If not, repeat the above steps again to make sure the string is wound in the same direction as the fishing reel.
The best way to wind the string onto a closed-face fishing reel is to hold the string with a soft cotton cloth around the first ring. Use enough tension to keep the strings from coming loose, and you can wind them as fast as you like
Tips
- Closed-face fishing reels don't hold too many strings. Make sure you open the front regularly to check how many strings are stored inside.
- To attach the new string to the bobbin, you can use a dead knot, but make sure the knot is tucked into the bobbin so it doesn't slide. The use of medical adhesive tape can solve the shifting problem.
- Wind new strings through a used phone book to maintain string tension so you don't have to grip the strings with one hand (great for multifilament strings!).
- If your strings are tangled, remove the bait and let the strings extend behind your speeding boat. This will fix the tangling of the strings.
- Take your old strings to the string recycling box. Almost all fishing equipment stores provide this box.
- If you're using multifilament string, make sure you back it with cloth adhesive tape or a single layer of monofilament string on your reel. Otherwise the multifilament string will slip and you will not be able to attach the hook.
- To avoid tangling the strings when fishing, keep the strings taut when rolling. If necessary, hold the string in front of the reel with your fingers.
- If you want to make the most of your strings, rewind your old strings to a different reel in reverse. That way the side that has been used is at the bottom and the side that is still good is at the top and can be reused.
- If you don't have a boat, simply remove the bait and tie your strings to a pole. Walk away from the pole holding out the string. Then have someone cut the strings from the post so you can rewind them, but make sure you maintain tension in the strings with your fingers.
- Using string conditioner to treat your replacement string reel before filling the reel will help the string wind up nicely and tangle less. Regular use of quality string conditioner before and after fishing will protect your line and make it last longer, while giving you a more accurate throw over a long period of time.
Warning
- Keep string tension to prevent tangling.
- Biting on the strings can pry a small part out or break your tooth.
- Never throw your old strings on the ground or in water. Many birds and fish died as a result of being entangled in the old strings.
