Superb fish I'm green with envy. Anyone who has had some experience of fishing for bigger pollock will understand just how scarily powerful these fish are. I also use 30lb mainline and 40lb hooklengths whilst fishing for them in Scotland. I've seen rods and line snapped by the first couple of runs. There are a few lads who fish for them and use 60lb braid on their spinning rods and set the drag tight to stop them getting near the bottom. As soon as your line touches the rocks on or near the bottom it's game over. I've solely concentrated on cod for years but as soon as I hooked my first decent pollock on light gear I became addicted. Top fishing lads, I'm sure there will be a double from you's if you persevere, just remember you'll probably lose more than you'll land!!