b'GAME FISHINGAs a rule of thumb, you should respool mono line every 2-3 years, but if you fish regularly, then every year is best. The line gets damaged by UV and fish strikes, affecting its strength. Check your line by feeling for roughness, abrasions, shreds, or bits of mono dust, even discolouration where the line has been sun-bleached or stretched. If you know you have hooked up to fish before using the line, it is likely to be stretched and its strength compromised.Replacing old line should be done professionally under the correct constant tension. This also maximises line capacity on the reel and avoids line biting into the spool causing bust offs.OTHER GEAR Check your gimbal and harness for any wear and tear, that your gaffs are sharp (a flying gaff is recommended), tag pole with tag bag full of tags/cards, and of course your important tracing gloves.Take the time now to start the season in tip-top condition and you wont regret it.FIGZFOR MORE INFORMATIONCustom Tackle NZ can help with all yourTracing gloves are vital, game fishing gear and maintenance,ensure you have quality including spooling line and re-skirting yourgloves for the new seasonfavourite lures. Talk to them today to get ready to catch the big one! BELOW: Custom Tackle has a customtackle.co.nzvast range of skirts and game tackle to help you prepare.64FISHING IN GODZONE NOV/DEC 2021'