Re: Mainline fishing line lb test on mooching reel
60# power pro braid mainline for me. Some backing to help fill up the arbor on the islander mr3's, then 300yds of braid, then 35ft of 40# mono spliced in with an Albright knot. Slides through the rod guides like butter. Fishing deep it can't be beat for strike indication and hooksets. The 35' of mono tagged on allows the use of rigger clips and gives a bit of stretch. The 60# lasted 3 summers guiding the first time around, tried 50# next and didn't last as long. Also run 40# fluorocarbon leaders, a bit stiffer than mono, handles abrasion better and a bit easier on the hands. 50# leaders are really nice for handling fish, and gives good lure action but I found too many springs were swimming away with the flasher.
The only advantage to a light rifle is it's weight, all other advantages go to the heavier rifle..