How to Respool a Shakespeare Fishing Reel

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For your Shakespeare reel to perform at the highest level, the line needs to be changed periodically. Monofilament line will deteriorate during a season of use. Sun, heat and abrasions take their toll on monofilament. Change the line annually or sooner if you notice deterioration. Make sure the new line does not twist when respooling. It is better to take time inspecting the line than to lose a big fish when the line breaks prematurely.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

How to Respool a Shakespeare Fishing Reel

Things You’ll Need:

New spool of line
Nail clippers

Step 1

Open the bail on the reel and remove all the old line. Dispose of the line at a local recycling center.

Step 2

Strip 8 to 10 feet of line from the new spool of monofilament. Thread the line through the rod guides. Ensure that the line is through the center of the guide and not the guide support.

Step 3

Attach the new line to the reel's spool after making sure the bail is still in the open position.

Step 4

Close the bail by hand or by turning the handle one revolution. Watch the bail while reeling and determine which direction it spins.

Step 5

Set the spool of new line on the floor so it comes off the spool in the opposite direction of bail rotation. Clockwise bail rotation requires the line to leave the spool in a counterclockwise direction to prevent line twist.

Step 6

Apply pressure to the new line by pinching it between the thumb and forefinger. Start reeling in line until the spool is filled. Trim the line with nail clippers and tie on your favorite lure or hook.

Tips & Warnings

Monofilament line is an environmental hazard. Dispose of line properly.

Resources

Shakespeare: Service

Article Written By Daniel Ray

Daniel Ray has been writing for over 15 years. He has been published in "Florida Sportsman" magazine. He holds an FAA airframe and powerplant license and FCC radiotelephone license, and is also a licensed private pilot. He attended the University of South Florida.

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