OHBASSIN Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 Hey all, I was just wondering what the advantage is in the "smooth" braids like the power pro slick and the suffix 832? Is there a real advantage? If so, what exactly is it? As always, thanks! Quote
Joedodge Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 Roughness of the braid against guides and reel parts. And noise is dramatically less. I have powerpro original on one reel and can't stand it Quote
Super User Dwight Hottle Posted March 7, 2015 Super User Posted March 7, 2015 The smooth braids are more round in shape than the rough braids. The concept of 8 carrier braids versus 4 carrier braids was supposed to make the braid more round & a tighter weave. They were also touted as stronger. The smoother the braid & more roundness helps eliminate spool dig-in, reduces vibration & makes it quieter. Quote
bigturtle Posted March 7, 2015 Posted March 7, 2015 Smooth braid reduces line noise, but they dont cut through vegetation as good as 4 carriers such as PowerPro original. If you hate the noise, or fishes very minimal cover, go for the 8 carrier. Apparently they hold knots better too, but i dont know this for sure.If you punch, flip, pitch or frog in heavy cover, 4 carrier might be better, simply due to the better serration to cut grass and whatnot. Quote
Super User RoLo Posted March 8, 2015 Super User Posted March 8, 2015 The smooth braids are more round in shape than the rough braids. The concept of 8 carrier braids versus 4 carrier braids was supposed to make the braid more round & a tighter weave. They were also touted as stronger. The smoother the braid & more roundness helps eliminate spool dig-in, reduces vibration & makes it quieter. What he said Roger 1 Quote
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