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13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Line Capacity & Reel Setup Guide
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13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Line Capacity & Reel Setup Guide
For bass casting with fast line pickup, the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 pairs 8.3:1 gearing with a listed 32.8-inch retrieve per turn at full spool. The six-way braking adjustment and accessible side plate let anglers tune casting control as lure loads change. Use the reel-specific calculator to compare line diameters and plan your fill, with or without backing.
Quick Answer: Best Line for the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1
Best overall range: 30-50 lb braid
Simple alternative: 12-17 lb mono/fluoro
30-50 lb braid is a ReelCalc starting suggestion for this setup. For a straight main line, consider 12-17 lb mono/fluoro. Match the strength to your rod, presentation and cover; backing is optional.
Who Is the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 For?
This configuration is a starting point for bass casting with fast line pickup. Choose the working line for the rod and presentation first, then allow a useful reserve for the fishing you expect. This page follows A2-8.3-RH (Concept A Gen II / A2 (not original Concept A)); a similarly named model or another generation can have a different spool.
Use the Pre-Loaded Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 ReelCalc Calculator
A2-8.3-RH is already selected. Capacity Only estimates a full spool; Backing + Main Line estimates backing beneath the working length you choose. Both are estimates.
Best Line Setup for the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1
Start with a line strength suited to your rod, lure or bait, and the cover you fish. You can fill the spool with main line or use optional backing under a shorter working section. Keep steady tension while spooling and watch the fill level.
| Fishing Use | Suggested Line Setup |
|---|---|
| Bass Casting With Fast Line Pickup | 30-40 lb braid with a 12-17 lb mono/fluoro leader |
| Straight-line setup | 12-17 lb mono/fluoro |
13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Line Capacity
These are the published capacity reference points for A2-8.3-RH. The manufacturer ratings here use pound test, so ReelCalc uses its existing reference diameters to estimate spool space. Two lines with the same pound-test label can have different diameters, so they may fill the spool differently.
| Line Type | Line Rating | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Monofilament | 12 lb | 125 yards |
13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Specs
These specifications follow US-market model A2-8.3-RH. This model is identified by retrieve hand and gear ratio; the cited specifications do not give it a numeric reel size. Retrieve is the listed amount at the rated fill level and falls as line leaves the spool. Maximum drag is an upper rating, not a suggested fishing setting. This is a specification-based setup guide, not a hands-on review.
| Specification | 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 |
|---|---|
| Exact model | A2-8.3-RH |
| Variant (hand / gearing) | RH 8.3:1 |
| Retrieve hand | RH |
| Gear ratio | 8.3:1 |
| Line retrieve | 32.8 inches per crank |
| Weight | 7.4 oz |
| Maximum drag | 25 lb |
| Bearings | 7 total |
| Mono capacity | 12 lb / 125 yards |
| Braid capacity | Not published in the cited specifications |
Specifications checked against the cited exact-model specifications.
Sources checked October 25, 2026: Exact-model specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source.
13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 FAQs
What Size Braid Is Best for the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1?
30-50 lb braid is the practical ReelCalc range for this baitcaster. For casting lures, choose within that range to suit your rod and presentation. The lighter end suits open water; move up when your rig and fishing conditions call for more strength. Do not choose the thinnest braid just to gain yardage: braid can dig into lower wraps on a baitcaster under load.
How Much Line Does the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Hold?
One published reference for this model is 12 lb / 125 yards mono. The cited source does not list a braid capacity for this exact model. Select your exact line to estimate the fill, then watch the spool clearance instead of forcing on the last few yards.
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Helpful Resources
Build Your 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Line Setup
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13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Line Capacity & Reel Setup Guide
For bass casting with fast line pickup, the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 pairs 8.3:1 gearing with a listed 32.8-inch retrieve per turn at full spool. The six-way braking adjustment and accessible side plate let anglers tune casting control as lure loads change. Use the reel-specific calculator to compare line diameters and plan your fill, with or without backing.
Quick Answer: Best Line for the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1
Best overall range: 30-50 lb braid
Simple alternative: 12-17 lb mono/fluoro
30-50 lb braid is a ReelCalc starting suggestion for this setup. For a straight main line, consider 12-17 lb mono/fluoro. Match the strength to your rod, presentation and cover; backing is optional.
Who Is the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 For?
This configuration is a starting point for bass casting with fast line pickup. Choose the working line for the rod and presentation first, then allow a useful reserve for the fishing you expect. This page follows A2-8.3-RH (Concept A Gen II / A2 (not original Concept A)); a similarly named model or another generation can have a different spool.
Use the Pre-Loaded Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 ReelCalc Calculator
A2-8.3-RH is already selected. Capacity Only estimates a full spool; Backing + Main Line estimates backing beneath the working length you choose. Both are estimates.
Best Line Setup for the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1
Start with a line strength suited to your rod, lure or bait, and the cover you fish. You can fill the spool with main line or use optional backing under a shorter working section. Keep steady tension while spooling and watch the fill level.
| Fishing Use | Suggested Line Setup |
|---|---|
| Bass Casting With Fast Line Pickup | 30-40 lb braid with a 12-17 lb mono/fluoro leader |
| Straight-line setup | 12-17 lb mono/fluoro |
13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Line Capacity
These are the published capacity reference points for A2-8.3-RH. The manufacturer ratings here use pound test, so ReelCalc uses its existing reference diameters to estimate spool space. Two lines with the same pound-test label can have different diameters, so they may fill the spool differently.
| Line Type | Line Rating | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Monofilament | 12 lb | 125 yards |
13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Specs
These specifications follow US-market model A2-8.3-RH. This model is identified by retrieve hand and gear ratio; the cited specifications do not give it a numeric reel size. Retrieve is the listed amount at the rated fill level and falls as line leaves the spool. Maximum drag is an upper rating, not a suggested fishing setting. This is a specification-based setup guide, not a hands-on review.
| Specification | 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 |
|---|---|
| Exact model | A2-8.3-RH |
| Variant (hand / gearing) | RH 8.3:1 |
| Retrieve hand | RH |
| Gear ratio | 8.3:1 |
| Line retrieve | 32.8 inches per crank |
| Weight | 7.4 oz |
| Maximum drag | 25 lb |
| Bearings | 7 total |
| Mono capacity | 12 lb / 125 yards |
| Braid capacity | Not published in the cited specifications |
Specifications checked against the cited exact-model specifications.
Sources checked October 25, 2026: Exact-model specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source; Supporting specification source.
13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 FAQs
What Size Braid Is Best for the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1?
30-50 lb braid is the practical ReelCalc range for this baitcaster. For casting lures, choose within that range to suit your rod and presentation. The lighter end suits open water; move up when your rig and fishing conditions call for more strength. Do not choose the thinnest braid just to gain yardage: braid can dig into lower wraps on a baitcaster under load.
How Much Line Does the 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Hold?
One published reference for this model is 12 lb / 125 yards mono. The cited source does not list a braid capacity for this exact model. Select your exact line to estimate the fill, then watch the spool clearance instead of forcing on the last few yards.
Related Reel Pages and ReelCalc Resources
Compare Similar Reels
- Lew's MACH Bottomland Baitcast 150 Line Capacity & Setup Guide
- Shimano Curado 150 M 150 6.2 RH Line Capacity & Setup Guide
- Shimano Curado 150 M 150 HG RH Line Capacity & Setup Guide
- Shimano Curado 150 M 150 XG RH Line Capacity & Setup Guide
- Shimano Curado 150 M 151 6.2 LH Line Capacity & Setup Guide
- Shimano Curado 150 M 151 HG LH Line Capacity & Setup Guide
Helpful Resources
Build Your 13 Fishing Concept A2 RH 8.3:1 Line Setup
Open the Reel Setup Wizard with this exact reel already selected for a guided line and backing recommendation.