How important to double up?

[apple28549]

I wouldn't double up, especailly on the 100#. Early Novembet is early for cows. Put 130# spectra on the Avet 30 with an 80# top shot and have a couple of 100# and 130# top shots ready if the Avet 50 fails (very unlikely). And the RR3 has heavy kite gear (80SW)they would let you use if you really got in a bind. Andy likes using heavy rigs, but the Indy uses Avet 30's for their loaner rig on 10 day cow trips.

[Outthouse]

One reason to double up is a rod being broken in transit. My 60# rod had a guide stripped in transit but I ship my gear from TN.

[BakerStBobby2]

Originally Posted by heatmiser

I am planning on going on the RRIII 10 day in early November (Charkbait sponsor). I have finally aquired the following gear (see below) and am wondering how important it is to double up on rigs. If not really necessary, I would rather not drop the extra coin.

30lb - SS 6480 w/ Avet MXL 6/3
40lb - SS 6470 w/ Avet JX 6/3
50lb - SS 6470H w/ Avet HX 5/2
80lb - Seeker Classic 6460XXH with Avet 30W
100lb - SS 2x4 w/ Avet 50 SDS
30lb - Calstar GG690J with Saltiga 40 (SURFACE)
40lb - SS Ulua 9'3" w/ Avet HX 5/2 (SURFACE)

So do I really need to drop coin on double outfits? If so, which one(s) would you double up on and what rod(s)/reel(s) would you recommend to fill things out? Let me know of experiences you have been in where having doubles really made a difference...

I'd switch up the line on your jig sticks with 40# on the 690J and 50# on the Ulua. I used 40# on my GG690j last June and it worked great!
I don't think you need anymore set ups.
If I were in your shoes, however, I'd get another 50# rig (one for bait, one for yo-yo). Just an idea...
Bobby~

[heatmiser]

I think I will add the other 50lb rig specifically for yoyo. Should I get the same setup SS6470H with Avet HX running 50# or move to the SS6465XH (more of a 60lb rod) for yoyo?

[backlashjack]

Put 100# on the 30W..... Friends don't let friends fish 80#.