I've successfully used Powerpro as backing. 50# is thinner than 20# dacron
and not so thin that it will cut your hands or cause problems with slumping
on the spool.

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"Diamondcutter" wrote in message
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Just wondering if any of you have tried using the Specrta.etc styles lines
as backing.I figure something quite heavy say a 60lb so it wil not have a
tendency to cut into your fingers.Polyester backing has about the same
cost at the Blue box store.Appreciate it. Thanks Marty