lbs test line for casting crankbaits

[casey]

I bought a baitcasting rod and reel for casting wallydivers, huskyjerks, shadraps etc. what is the best line and lbs test to use for this? The reel is a shimano curado 200 any help is greatly appreciated thanks

[scottcny]

I'd go with 10# XT. don't go too light on the bait caster, smaller diameter lines make a fine birds nest!! If you plann to occasionally troll with the outfit the precision trooling guide dive curves are based on 10# XT.

[Chad]

For pitching, I prefer a spinning outfit with 6lb if there are no snags around. It in the woods I use 8lb.

this like most things is personnal preference. Experiment until you find what works best.

Your corado will work great with heavier plugs but not so hot with a #5 shad rap.

[Terry/JNR]

My favorite way to catch eyes. Casting cranks. When just starting out, use a larger diamiter line. You won't cast as far, but snarles will be fewer and easier to get out. 10lb or 12lb is a good diamiter to start with. If you choose to use a super braid, I do, the same goes for diameter. Backlashes are a lot eisier to get out with braided lines, too. The snarle doesn't go as deep. I've been casting with baitcast reels for years and I use 6lb diameter. It does backlash easier, though. I've been using Power Pro for the last couple of years and it seems to be at least as good as the more expensive Spider Wire. I've got 17 different baitcast combos that I use for different presentaions. One with a flipping switch is great for vertcle jigging and dragging spinners or Lindy Rigs.
Don't get discouraged if you get backlashes. I don't care how many years someone has been using them, backlashes are common. Also, start out by NOT casting into the wind. You'll figure that out later.

[GORD]

Start with a small spool of 12# flouresant/blue STREN. It is limp enough to cast. You'll be able to see the line, so you'll be able to learn by watching how it sails through the air. The line is thick enough to control, yet thin enough to cast. This line works well and it's fun to use. Zebco put it on a lot of their new reels.