Thanks guys for the info. Would like to ask you a little bit more about this. The 60 lb mono has worked well on the fish I have caught over here, biggest being just under 6 ft long. I can see how that would be way to light for the fish you are describing. How about the penn 320's ??? Which line do you recommend. Also, I do have a large 4 prong anchor, but have been told that my anchor rope is way short for the columbia. How long should it be ???

BobD- If you were intrested I would like to take you out when we go. Always pays to have someone around who knows whats going on and sounds like you have pretty much seen it all.
I see that we have the same type jobs by trade so could probably get along fine. The boat has plenty of room and is well set up. I'll pay for the gas and whatevers in exchange for your knowledge. Thanks again.

B-RUN