35 lb braided fishing line YGK X-Braid Cord X8 300m-35LB Line – Fish With Hanish Tackles Holds knots stronger on hookups as UHMWPE heavy duty fishing line should be Berkley Gorilla Tough Braid 35lb

Do you plan on surf casting for black drum or striped bass

18 lb Drag System - Powerful drag delivers precise pressure adjustments and the stopping power needed for fighting larger fish

For a more finesse approach, you can guard the fall and impart a steadier controlled retrieve then impart action when and where you desire

The most versatile reels tend to have wide-ranging, finely tunable drag systems that let us lighten the load for small fish while using light leaders, while also allowing us to ratchet up the stopping power for our heavier braided lines

The concept, really, is the same

Push the spools release button and keep your thumb on the spool so the line shouldnt unwind