I have an old Loomis 1144C IM6 that is rated 8-12 and I run 20 Lbs. Maxima U.G. on it for nates and haven't had any problems. I keep the drag pretty tight so I can get the fish in quick and use it primarily in a few holes that have alot of wood and I need to be able to control the fish.
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