We have a tendency to pull back on the rod if we get a snag. If your lure becomes snagged, use lure-freeing equipment or simply cut your lure free, activate our reel's line release mechanism and take hold of the line past the rod's tip. If you are using your rod in salt water be sure to rinse with fresh water and wipe down after every use. It is almost a compulsion, because serious anglers are looking to reduce every risk of losing a big, or maybe trophy sized fish, which often occurs because of a weakened or worn out line. Line does not wear out or degrade as it sits in your garage or closet.
Line wears out from use.
Anglers need to inspect line often, and look for two indicators that would prompt a timeout for a re-spool. One indicator is physical wear and tear resulting from line contacting rocks, logs, sand, rod guides, boat rivets, propellers, fish or any other sharp or abrasive objects. Most contact is usually limited to the last 2 or 3 feet of line. Inspect this two or three feet often and cut off when the line is nicked or abraded. Certainly when any abrasion or nicks appear on the line beyond the first few feet.