Trolling with ??? pound test

[B-Faithful]

I use 30 or 40lb mono on the boards because it is easy on the hands and safer for kids. I run all 330gti's so the max drag they put out is only about 16lbs and most monos are strength-tested well beyond their designation these days. I currently have 40lb on there but have run 30lb for years.

I use rubber bands. #32 for solos and lighter tandems or #64 for heavier lures or in very rough waters work best.

My deep boat rods are all top shotted with 80# braid. I would go lighter but I fish with kids and fear them getting cut with lighter line.

My leaders are all 60lb mono on my trolling gear. It ties nice and easily handled.