Surgical tubing for reel foot

[Eric H]

Dummy question here but what size would I get for a nice comfortable fit over my reel foot? I guess a standard foot size for my saltist(s)

Since I picked up my HDX I've been chucking heavier baits with a solid Hatteras cast and my thumb is slipping off the spool.

Gona order some tubing from amazon to fix the problem but unsure about the size.

[Fish Jerk]

I use a piece of rubber tourniquet cause I have ready access to them from work. If you happen to have an old inner tube around you can cut a strip from that as well. I also just use electrical tape to tape it to the rod right below the reel seat. I can take a pic if you want Eric.

[Chris]

Around 8mm. Cut it down the center and lay it on flat. Gives you twice the surface area and doesn't mess with the seat as much.