Thread: Line id Labeling

Does anyone label their rods/reels to identify the type/strength of line spooled on the reel? If so how and where, getting older and with multiple reels can't remember which has what. Looking for something weather proof.


Not spam..may end up discussing circle hooks

I use a sharpie marker to write the # test under the spool in a place that will not rub off.
Been doing that for 35 years ;-)

I just use a label maker (white with black letters) and put the label on the outside of the spool. Haven't had any problems with it coming off, I can see it easily, and the label is easy to change if I respool with a different poundage line.

I use a Sharpie silver metallic on dark color reels and black on lite ones so l can read it.
It's easily removed with a mild solvent,I use Gunscrubber,it drys fast leaving no residue.
Mark the lb.and date on the reels foot so it can't be rubbed off.
I like the label maker idea may have to give it a try.




Love Circle for most of my fishing

I just do my best to remember what I put on. My memory is like a steel trap---rusty and illegal in 26 states.

I use the same size line on like size reels, i buy line in bulk, light reels get 6lb, medium 12lb, and heavy is either 20lb mono or 30lb braid, lot easier to remember that way

I keep a spread sheet listing all my rods, reels and line sizes/brands.
Then I commit it to memory.
I am going to print it out and put in my tackle bag if I can ever remember to do it.

Originally Posted by FinChaser

I keep a spread sheet listing all my rods, reels and line sizes/brands.
Then I commit it to memory.
I am going to print it out and put in my tackle bag if I can ever remember to do it.

Wow ,and I thought I was OCD, well that's what my wife said

Originally Posted by jollymon

Wow ,and I thought I was OCD, well that's what my wife said

I know the feelin'...my wife says I'm so OCD I even spell it correctly...CDO.