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13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 Line Capacity & Reel Setup Guide
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13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 Line Capacity & Reel Setup Guide
For bass lure casting with fast line pickup, the 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 pairs 8.3:1 gearing with a listed 32.7-inch retrieve per turn at full spool. Its carbon frame and low-friction six-way brakes combine reduced reel weight with adjustable spool control during the cast. Choose your exact line in the preloaded calculator below to estimate a full spool or optional backing beneath a shorter working length.
Quick Answer: Best Line for the 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 For?
This configuration is a starting point for bass lure 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 C2-8.3-LH (Concept C Gen II / C2 (not original Concept C)); a similarly named model or another generation can have a different spool.
Use the Pre-Loaded Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 ReelCalc Calculator
C2-8.3-LH 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 C2 LH 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 Lure 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 Line Capacity
These are the published capacity reference points for C2-8.3-LH. 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 Specs
These specifications follow US-market model C2-8.3-LH. 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 |
|---|---|
| Exact model | C2-8.3-LH |
| Variant (hand / gearing) | LH 8.3:1 |
| Retrieve hand | LH |
| Gear ratio | 8.3:1 |
| Line retrieve | 32.7 inches per crank |
| Weight | 5.89 oz |
| Maximum drag | 25 lb |
| Bearings | 9 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.
13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 FAQs
What Size Braid Is Best for the 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 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 C2 LH 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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Build Your 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 Line Setup
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13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 Line Capacity & Reel Setup Guide
For bass lure casting with fast line pickup, the 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 pairs 8.3:1 gearing with a listed 32.7-inch retrieve per turn at full spool. Its carbon frame and low-friction six-way brakes combine reduced reel weight with adjustable spool control during the cast. Choose your exact line in the preloaded calculator below to estimate a full spool or optional backing beneath a shorter working length.
Quick Answer: Best Line for the 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 For?
This configuration is a starting point for bass lure 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 C2-8.3-LH (Concept C Gen II / C2 (not original Concept C)); a similarly named model or another generation can have a different spool.
Use the Pre-Loaded Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 ReelCalc Calculator
C2-8.3-LH 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 C2 LH 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 Lure 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 Line Capacity
These are the published capacity reference points for C2-8.3-LH. 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 Specs
These specifications follow US-market model C2-8.3-LH. 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 C2 LH 8.3:1 |
|---|---|
| Exact model | C2-8.3-LH |
| Variant (hand / gearing) | LH 8.3:1 |
| Retrieve hand | LH |
| Gear ratio | 8.3:1 |
| Line retrieve | 32.7 inches per crank |
| Weight | 5.89 oz |
| Maximum drag | 25 lb |
| Bearings | 9 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.
13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 FAQs
What Size Braid Is Best for the 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 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 C2 LH 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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Compare Similar Reels
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Helpful Resources
Build Your 13 Fishing Concept C2 LH 8.3:1 Line Setup
Open the Reel Setup Wizard with this exact reel already selected for a guided line and backing recommendation.