backing for fly reel

[Eddy62]

can a guy just use braided line as backing and if so what pound? i am using and learning everything on a 5w.....

txs everyone...

i just have so much braided line kicking around.

[Lornce]

Pop into a fly shop, you can get braided backing material that is really cheap.

[gilbertslake]

can a guy just use braided line as backing and if so what pound? i am using and learning everything on a 5w.....

txs everyone...

i just have so much braided line kicking around.

Best use actual fly line backing. I bought some Cortland 20lb at Bass Pros recently. I think I paid $8.99 for 100yds.
Best not to buy coloured braided line. I saw a guy who had put black braided line as backing and the colour leeched into the fly line.

[Toirtis]

x3

Inexpensive and takes no time at all....you will be happier for it. Bass Pro, Fish Tales, Fishing Hole, WSS, Country Pleasures, Hansons, Bow River Troutfitters...they can all do it in a few seconds for you.