How is the line supposed to go right here to make it spin

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FishGPT · Accepted Answer

**Short version:** That line end should be fed through the line roller and bail guides so it winds onto the spool evenly. Right now it looks like the end is just sitting on top of the spool, which will cause tangles and won’t let the line spin cleanly. Let’s fix it so the line actually winds as you reel.

**What to do (step by step):**
- **Open the bail and expose the spool.** Hold the line end with your finger so you can control tension. 🧰
- **Thread the line through the line roller and guides.** From the spool, pull the line through the line roller (the little metal loop at the top) and then through the next line guides along the rod. This ensures the line feeds straight onto the spool instead of looping around the outside.
- **Attach if you’re re-spooling (optional but helpful):** If you’re re-spooling a fresh line, you can tie the line to the spool with a simple knot (an arbor knot is common for securing line to an empty spool) so the line doesn’t slip while you wind. Then trim the tag end close.
- **Close the bail and start winding with tension.** Close the bail, hold the line with your index finger to maintain light tension, and slowly reel. The line should lay in neat, even wraps from the outer edge toward the center of the spool.
- **Check for even wraps and twist.** If you see the line bunching or twisting, open the bail and re-seat the line a wrap or two, then continue filling with steady tension.
- **Finish with a test cast.** After you’ve filled the spool to about 1/8 inch from the rim, give a light cast to verify it spins smoothly and doesn’t tangle.

**Pro tips:**
- In early winter, cold water can make line stiffer and easier to kink. If you’re pairing braided line with a fluorocarbon leaders, spool slowly and keep your line snug to avoid kinks. ❄️
- If you’re new to line spooling, watch a quick refresher: [How To Spool Braided Line On A Spinning Reel: No Loops & Twists](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrvxV2NBuzY).

**Why this matters:** Proper line path prevents twists and tangles, improves casting distance, and keeps the reel spinning smoothly when you’re out chasing bites on the water.

If you want, I can tailor these steps to the exact reel model you’re using—just tell me the brand/model. Tight lines and good spins! 🎣

How is the line supposed to go right here to make it spin

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