When it comes to braided fishing lines, the selection on the market right now can be a bit overwhelming. There are so many options to choose from, constructed from all different types of materials, a variety of test weights, so many colors, how do you know which line is best for you? Also, how do […]
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Knowing how to put a fishing line onto a spinning reel is one of the basic pieces of knowledge every angler should know. Whether you just bought a new rod and reel set-up or you’re moving your old line over to another, installing fishing line onto a fishing reel is an important skill. However, sometimes
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Baitcasting reels are the “go-to” equipment for bass fishermen and anglers looking for a versatile reel that can do just about anything. Baitcasting reels can handle a variety of line. So, learning how to spool a mid-sized baitcaster as you change line from monofilament to braid, and then back again isn’t difficult. But if you
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The challenge of fishing line selection is relatively new to mainstream recreational fishing. Huge technological developments in materials, materials processing, and manufacture have changed the fishing line landscape significantly. Now we have countless options of mono, braids, and modern fluorocarbon line from which to choose. The selection process can be a little daunting for the
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From hitting the shelves to now, fluoro fishing took a while to graduate from leader-only fishing line.The early spoolable fluoro was difficult to tie reliable knots, less than supple, and thick. For me, it was leader only. Over the last few years, fluoro has improved dramatically, and aside from being a little pricey, it provides
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Wondering what type of fishing line to use for your next trip? We’re here to help! This article will go over the different types of fishing lines and when you should use them. You’ll be able to choose the perfect type of fishing line for your needs and have a successful trip out on the
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In the last 20 years, fishing line variety has exploded. We now have mono, fluoro, and braids with which to spool up, and there are countless brands and options from which to choose. I’ve tried not to obsess about fishing line, and I’ve been reasonably successful. I use all three fishing line types and settled
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I’m continually surprised at how often I’m asked my opinions on fishing line. I’m surprised because, of all things fishing, I’m not overly particular about my fishing line selection. My buddy’s son recently asked me about the best fishing line for trout. I told him, with conviction, “It depends…” The boy’s sharp. And he asked
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You can look at identifying the best mono fishing lines in a couple of ways. Firstly, there’s the best mono for your specific fishing application. Secondly, there’s mono which has a great balance of features for a broad range of applications. I tend to go with the latter, but both approaches work. Let’s check out
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This is a great question. Sometimes I am inclined to think the pretty fishing line colors are designed for catching more anglers than fish – much like lures. So, does fishing line color matter? In some instances, I think it does. In many others, I think it plays no role at all. My grandfather was
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Yes. Bass can see fishing line. The question is, does it matter that bass can see fishing line? This discussion comes up quite frequently, so I’ve put together a guide that will help you make better line choices for bass, relative to circumstances. Most of the time, the visibility of your line (to the fish)
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I’m often surprised at how frequently people ask me if braid is a wise choice for chasing crappie. My response is, why wouldn’t it be? It’s understandable that many anglers might assign a certain level of unnecessary brutality to braid for crappie applications. Braid is incredibly strong, and unforgiving – do we really need such
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Copolymer fishing line is made with a combination of two types of nylon. Copolymer takes the best properties of mono and fluoro combining them into a high-performance nylon fishing line. It’s not a twin-strand, braid-style fishing line, weaving a single strand of mono and a single strand of fluoro. It’s traditional monofilament ingredients with fluoro
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Is there a best fishing line for bass? For some anglers, yes, it’s definitive. For others, it’s circumstantial. For another group of anglers, they could care less about the fishing line they’re using so long as it catches fish. We need to ask ourselves, what defines the best fishing line anyway? I’ve had the “scientific
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I’m still surprised at how often young anglers seek fishing line recommendations for different types of fish. Lately, it’s all about walleye – should I use mono or braid? I’m as honest as possible, suggesting they use the line type they prefer. My default position for most anglers is always to use the line they’re
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For many anglers, fishing line selection for catfish is mostly about personal preference. Many swear by mono; for others, only braid will do. But there are a significant number of discerning anglers who will select a line type based on target and conditions. I will always recommend you use the line type you are most
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When you grab your spinning reel to head off fishing, do you check how much line is on your reel? Often, we won’t check and find out the hard way that being under-spooled impacts casting performance and invites heavy friction. Sometimes we pack our spools to the lip, only to find we end up with
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I’ve fished the ocean rocks for over 3 decades. I mostly use mono fishing line as I’m still convinced mono has the edge on braid for abrasion resistance. It was interesting to see Sufix Siege hit the market because I always look for mono credited with superior abrasion resistance. My deal breaker for any mono
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Ice fishing is not new. I’ve been throwing mono down frigid ice-bound holes since I was a boy. My dad and grandfather didn’t have Sufix Performance Ice Fuse, Northland Bionic Ice Fishing Line, or Berkley Trilene Cold Weather Line. No – nothing that fancy. For that matter, nor did I when I was growing up.
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