Jun 05, 2018 · This combo is an absolute joy to fish with, especially casting the popper or stick bait. Accurate DX2-600 with 375 yds of 80 lb braid with a small 3 to 4 foot piece of 80 lb Fluorocarbon leader and Cousins 8 foot 80XH jig stick . This set up works well for fish in the 60 to 150 lb range, but will also land bigger if necessary.. Feb 07, 2022 · Tuna Fishing Tackle. Crochetiere defines “light tackle” as a reel capable of holding 300 yards of 50- to 65-pound hollow-core or braided line and a 50- to 60-pound fluorocarbon leader. For him, a “heavy” setup will carry the same types of lines in 80- to 100-pound-test, matched with 80- to 100-pound leader..