With a single-handed line for an “8” weight rod I have found that 12 – 14 feet of a “12” weight line with two foot of taper on the running line side, plus a sink tip of 12 feet (130 – 145 grains) works while. You’ll have to play with the length of 12 weight because all “8” rods are not the same.
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Brian

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