For mono try the Izorline. I have found it to be very similar to Maxima in every respect except it seems to be more limp. 10lb works OK on the 2000, I'm sure 8lb would work better. For a float and jig setup I have gone to PowerPro, a braided line. It floats, which allows you to mend your line like a flyline. It results in no belly and thus a drag free drift. Have you tried this Jigman? I found it to be way better than mono.