Line For Jerkbait/topwater

[nocluefisher]

I am getting ready to spool up my new Denali jerkbait/topwater spinning rod. I am putting a pfleuger supreme xt on it. My options are 12 lb big game mono, 12 or 15 lb seagur red label fleurocarbon, or 15 or 20 lb power pro Super 8 slick.

[bigturtle]

20lb braid. attach mono leader for topwater, fluorocarbon for jerkbait

[Ozark_Basser]

^^^^that's a good suggestion, but if you go that route make sure your hooks are up to the task of handling braid. Vision 110's and RC's have very light wire stock hooks that could bend out on a nice fish.

Each line type will have its advantages and it's mostly preference, but to help you decide, here are some advantages/disadvantages of each.

The braid with a leader definitely makes working a jerkbait easier, but you should change out the stock hooks or you could adjust your drag accordingly. The stouter hooks do not hook fish that swipe at it quite as good. Also, in my opinion, its a little harder to keep fish pinned up with braid and treble hooks unless your rod has a lot of give.

Mono and fluoro are a little harder to get the bait to move with an erratic retrieve, but it's still very doable. Mono won't get your bait as deep as fluoro, but mono is also a lot cheaper, and you will do fine with light wire hooks with both of these types of line.

[smalljaw67]

I like mono for those techniques, braid with a leader can work too but the no stretch is a no-no for treble hooks in my opinion but you use what works for you. Fluorocarbon sinks, that makes it tough to use for topwaters and some jerkbaits will be affected by fluorocarbon.

[kickerfish1]

Mono for both.

[robster80]

mono or copoly. i use mccoy xtra clear on my topwater setup

[tholmes]

I use 10 lb. Big Game or Yo-Zuri Hybrid.

 

Tom

[jbsoonerfan]

12 lb mono is what I prefer for those

[FishTank]

Spinning reel> 6 lb Mono or 8 lb Mono.  I like Trilene XL or Senshi.  

[Chris at Tech]

For me, fluoro is not a choice for topwater.

Either braid or mono will do the job. What size spinning reel? 12lb mono might not handle too well on a 2500 size reel.

[nocluefisher]

30 size spinning reel.

[masterbass]

^^^^that's a good suggestion, but if you go that route make sure your hooks are up to the task of handling braid. Vision 110's and RC's have very light wire stock hooks that could bend out on a nice fish.

Each line type will have its advantages and it's mostly preference, but to help you decide, here are some advantages/disadvantages of each.

The braid with a leader definitely makes working a jerkbait easier, but you should change out the stock hooks or you could adjust your drag accordingly. The stouter hooks do not hook fish that swipe at it quite as good. Also, in my opinion, its a little harder to keep fish pinned up with braid and treble hooks unless your rod has a lot of give.

Mono and fluoro are a little harder to get the bait to move with an erratic retrieve, but it's still very doable. Mono won't get your bait as deep as fluoro, but mono is also a lot cheaper, and you will do fine with light wire hooks with both of these types of line.

I agree.  Adjust your drag accordingly and leader for both presentations.  I like the responsiveness of the lure.

[thehooligan]

30 size spinning reel.

 

 8lb hybrid 

[*Hank]

I use 12 lb big game works fine.

[roadwarrior]

Mono for both.

 

#10 Sunline Super Natural

 

 

 

[speed craw]

The best mix  I have found is 12 lb line in mono  if you want to do both . however  10 LB mono would was to light for jerk baits in shallow water &  top water the poppers and walking baits wouldn't work right for me anyways heavier line would work better . I am getting a dedicated top water and separate jerk bait rod .