The Line-Spooling Technique That Stops Backlashing…

[@jamesvircik2865]

Sit on the couch, take off your shoes, put the spool on the rug, hold the pencil with your toes, push down on your toes for tension and after the line is on give someone the end, and they walk until the spool is at the knot then they let it go, then you real it in you can’t get your line any straighter than that

[@erichildreth7562]

I use a pencil and put it through the spool just like what you showed but I hold this with my feet with socks on and use my toes to control the tension of the spool. This has worked well for me for years and since I don't have anyone to help with this it works well for me. Thanks for demonstrating this for us and always appreciate everything that you share!!

[@cuivre2004]

Same here!

[@ejzabojnik834]

I just put the spool of line in a small box and that works just fine

[@anton1949]

Ha, I'm not the only one Afterall. I always worry someone will see me doing it.

[@donpanico7708]

Good video Randy, could you please do one for spinning reels. Thanks

[@randyblaukatintuitive]

Sure thing!

[@GeraldBertramPhotography]

Agreed! For whatever reason that is always the tricky one for me.

[@mikeschwallenberg3456]

Hey Randy.....would love to see a video on how you maintain, clean and oil your baitcasting/spinning reels.....Thanks so much.

[@kickbonzo1765]

A great way to do this is using the water approach. If you a pool great use it or a bucket and/or any other form of water basin. What you do is, put your choice of line spool in a water basin, with the line rolling off from the top as Randy mentioned. As the spool floats in the water you reel with a moderate speed. This approach will not only provide a free holding mechanism but also provide a constant lubricant as you reel without adding heat to your line making it easy to stretch allowing a false spool memory. Works great, been doing it for years with perfect line spooling no mater the reel.

[@davidvigeant7542]

When you put the pencil through the spool, wrap rubber bands around the pencil on both sides of the spool tightly. Push the rubber bands against the spool to seat it and it will slow your spoom down so you are loading your reel tight.

[@rodmakermagazine848]

These are the little things that good fishermen know and use. Over time they make a lot of difference on the water.

[@billkaleta5215]

Awesome video and comments, thank you

[@tonyvieson9194]

Seen video's like this before. I'd like an explanation or fix for when the line seems to spool heavy on one side or the other. As I have certain reels, no matter what I do, want to spool heavier on one side or the other. I sometimes wonder if it has something to do with my drag or brake settings. I like the towel tip. As for the measurement of to much line or not enough. I would like a little more detail. As I suspect this may very by brand, gear ratio, and maybe even the spool. Is there something specific you are looking for that more or less tells you that you've put on the appropriate amount of line. As for line tension. As much as I hate spending more money. I will admit that I love the ILURE Lightweight Fishing Line Spooler. When your starting a new season and your respooling 10+ reels. Not only does is make the line spooling more consistent and faster. The tensioner on this works very well. It's also handy when stripping line as well. Keep an old spent spool and wind your old line right onto it. Makes a lot less of a mess and safer on your hands. Only reason I suggest this Spooler is I own it and use it, ALOT.

[@MrHabitat009]

Using the tackle warehouse link right now but a few more spool of that fluorocarbon line. Hands down best line I’ve ever used. All rods are getting this invisX

[@Cody-wit-a-D]

Your fishing room is awesome. I’d love to take a tour and get some history on some of the older stuff you have

[@rodneystewart7334]

I appreciate these tips and although I have been spooling reels for years, I actually did discover a solution to a problem I have encountered on a few occasions. Never too old to learn something new and it's important to stay open minded to new ideas and others methods.

[@benniebailey7279]

When in my shop, I take a piece of duct tape and tape over the spool opening (either one or both sides, personal preference) then I push a screwdriver through the tape. I put the handle of the screwdriver in a vice. The duct tape creates just the right amount of tension without being too tight or too loose.

[@vernervanschalkwyk2280]

Randy, this is stunning. I have for years just used a lot of tension on the line and spooled my casting reels any way the line came of the feeding spool. I will use yoyr method for sure!! Great video.

[@c.shoefish]

Another good tip when spooling reels, whether a spinning reel or baitcaster...use a mono backer when using braid or flouro. Fill about the first 1/3rd with mono then put on your top shot....saves line, which is actually saving money. You will be able to do more reels with a spool of line.

[@ipdtt]

Randy, thank you!

[@joepworther2284]

Thanks , Randy !!

[@scottbostic6247]

I keep an ice cream bucket in the boat. I fill it up enough to keep the spool from floating but barely touching the bottom and use a rag on the line like you have shown. It works well and the spool stays upright and in the bucket

[@theguywitheyebrows]

being a rope and knot guy before i was ever an angler, i see lots of stuff in fishing that is counter to what i do intuitively. i weave my braid through the spool for a full rotation or more until it won't slip, then set the guide to be in line with where the braid starts to come off of the spool before reeling the braid up; never had it slip, fought it for fun against a tree to see how it would do and it held fine against a fully tightened drag. this affords me the ability to cut worn braid away when out on trips when i retie leader. i keep leader under 40ft regardless of application, cut to retie until i have less than a rod's length and then retie a new leader. i always fish from the bank. to keep tension on the spool as i reel the line in, i have a spring, bolt, bearing apparatus i stick in a vice to hold the spool stationary with adjustible tension.

[@kennyw6932]

Very interesting presentation. I have practiced all your suggestions but one and that is placing the line onto the reel by running the line through the holes in the reel. It has been my experience that when tightening the line onto the spool, the edges of the holes often cut the line. Therefore, I have resorted to using one wrapping of electrical tape around the spool spindle and then two wraps of line snugged up by a slip knot. Thanks for your videos, I them to be a valuable learning experience.

[@ThaReelCraft]

This is great. Can you do a video on reel management, care, and lubrication? Please, and thank you.

[@comfortablynumb9342]

Am I the only one with chunky fingers that make tying line on spools difficult? I always struggle with that, especially with baitcasters. I think you've already done a video about this or I remember you talking about it in a video, and I remember Roland Martin saying to use a damp cloth too. That definitely helps with putting tension on the line. Good tips!

[@scottvaughn9565]

I've got small hands but my fingers are all messed up so I struggle too

[@EJBMusic-uw6gy]

Good advice. I'll have to use a wet towel like that.

[@forrhs8430]

Asalways, excellent tip..I need to get my backing and line amount right. And now, what about loading a spinning reel?

[@robertmccorkle9656]

I like to use my Plano spool box that holds six spools of line and each spool is dispensed through its own port. That makes it pretty easy for one person to spool line at home or in the boat. Different size boxes are available to match your spool diameter.

[@johnm2617]

Mark Zona taught me < Baitcasters off the top of the spool ! Spinning reels off the bottom < I got a little machene that works great ! Even has a tension arm ! E bay 20$ !

[@paulsammons2432]

Randy, what is your take on the Kevin VanDam line conditioner?

[@acme9538]

Good stuff . . . basic info, but very important. Would be curious if you have any braid spooling tips. I think I may be over filling one of my braid reels . . . the thing is backlashig like crazy, even after correctly makiing all of the reel adjustments . . . zero problems with my other braid reels. Weird.

[@BostonClipper]

I use Piscifun Fishing Line Spooler, No Line Twist Spooling Station System for Spinning, Baitcasting and Trolling Reel.

[@matthewallen9290]

Thanks boss

[@jerryscrappielife]

I put my spool in my thick winter boots.. Plenty of tension. Keep the rod tip down on the spool.

[@garymitchell625]

Do you use line conditioner ? When do apply it ?

[@itllkeal]

I thank you buddy

[@siryarwammowray3445]

I take a 5 gallon bucket drill 2 holes in side run a rod through the spool fill it with water works great

[@thefishtankhobbyist]

Do you use line conditioner Randy? If so, what kind do you prefer?

[@SpookyRedz]

Loved it !

[@donyarborough4114]

Good tip. another way is to make a long cast and pull off just a few more feet of line. Then place a piece of tape just the width of the spool and rewind your line back onto the reel. It want entirely rid yourself of backlashes, but they want be as bad.

[@anton1949]

Thats a great idea, makes perfect sense. Thanks.

[@brettellis1837]

After spooling go to a park run line out then add heaps of pressure to line as ya reset line back onto spool.

[@michaelfloden5490]

Do these techniques apply to all types of fishing line?

[@nicholaskoontz8362]

As much as I appreciate this video, most guys are not buying those huge spools and the small spools are by far the most difficult to line by yourself. Especially if you're using any kind of mono hybrid or something like that. That would definitely be a lot more helpful. These large spools look like they wouldn't have the same problems and would be much easier in general.

[@patrickmahoney3479]

I wonder why boat manufacturers haven't figured out how to install a line spooling station on a bass boat.

[@ogjmcnutt9756]

What rod and reel is this

[@Badboy_KD]

Do one for spinning reels

[@SharonVranesh-ke8fe]

Do you always take your line off the top???...I was told to take it from the bottom with braid and the top for mono and fluoro 🤔

[@lawrencefulton3872]

Show us how to put florocarbon on a spinning reel

[@PHATBASSASSASSIN]

If you wear crocks they are perfect for spooling reels

[@joestrummer9507]

Tie a good knot that won't slip and make sure you have some tension. After that, the way you put line on the first time is moot as wait for it... you go fishing. 1 cast and the initial wind is gone.

[@josephdavison1979]

Just get a Brackley spooling station they don't cost much and work great for me for years

[@waxhawcreek1717]

Berkley

[@bassdojo]

I use tape before I spool it.

[@Pomchidriver]

Amen! Thank you Randy now I know if you still birdsnest than its okay for me too. Dialing off my brakes -2 now😅.

[@kenlay6004]

How about one on putting line on Spinning reels. I've been fishing for 65 years and now and then I screw it up and take my Seagar and or Sniper back to the store and because I spend so much in there they give me money back

[@tomburris4733]

1/8th inch is key

[@dm9103]

Lol whats the difference if line comes from the top or the bottom of the spool? Assuming you are not an engineer by trade

[@JeffreyWeis-z4b]

thanks for wearing dark colored shirt when demonstrating line

[@markburrell8447]

Or just go buy a Shimano and forget about it

[@laffilmfest3759]

But then the time come to respool...now what?...buy another reel :)

[@laffilmfest3759]

Thanks Randy...u just pointed out a mistake I had been making!

[@mikemyers7317]

Upside down..?

[@chrisc9997]

Tie an Arbor Knot.