Throw the saltwater baits on at least 50, 65 is good too- you don't need the capacity, but you'll have plenty anyway. You're fishing with the drag buckled down and you want to rip those fish out of the heavy stuff, and also cut through the kelp with the braid. I fish a CT250 with straight 65 lb. Powerpro and it works really good. Only thing you have to watch is too much pressure on your stick with the heavy line and tight drag. Don't do anything silly with the rod and you'll be in good shape.