Re-spooling

Need to replace line on a reel or two and can't find an empty spool to wind the old line on to? All you need is a bolt & nut (plus a spring washer if you have one) a plastic coke bottle or two and an electric drill. Put the bolt thru the top of the bottle cap and secure tightly with the but on the other side - use a spanner or pliers to make it really tight and to avoid the top unscrewing while you're winding. The plastic bottle works as the spare spool and with a couple of bottles you can reverse lines on a reel and there's all sorts of options.

----- Advertisement -----


----- Advertisement -----


Rate this

Average Rating (84 votes)
4

Comments

Post a Comment

Required Field

Fishing Reports, News & Specials

Popular Articles

Softbait Fishing - Part 1 - gear selection

John Eichlesheim writes an article about selecting the right equipment for softbait fishing... Read More >

Softbait fishing Pt 2 - tips and tricks

Techniques, tips and tricks of softbait fishing – getting the most from your soft baits.... Read More >

Surfcasting - setting yourself up

Gary Kemsley helps sort out the necessary gear for intending surf fishers.... Read More >

Squid - How to catch them

Squid fishing is a rapidly growing aspect of fishing - Paul Senior shares some hints and tips to get started.... Read More >

Fishing Reports Visit Reports

Saltwater Fishing Reports
Bream Bay Fishing Report - 29/10/26

'Softly softly' approach to workups. Now is the time most inshore snapper fishers dream of... Read More >

29 Oct 2026
Freshwater Fishing Reports
Rotorua Fishing Report - 29/10/26

Fantastic fishing set to only get better! The fishing around the Rotorua region has been... Read More >

29 Oct 2026
Saltwater Fishing Reports
Eastern Coromandel Fishing Report - 29/10/26

Kingfish, snapper and crayfish on the menu. The anticipation is building as we find ourselves... Read More >

29 Oct 2026
Saltwater Fishing Reports
Tauranga Fishing Report - 29/10/26

Fishing and diving heating up. Let’s start on a positive note this week, as water... Read More >

29 Oct 2026