Let's Talk Line

[dam0007]

A bit off topic, but I'm wondering why you're limiting yourself to lines that sink. There are only a few applications where a sinking line makes a noticeable difference. Topwater (negative) and weightless soft plastics (positive) are two that come to mind.

Also, why copolymer? Fluoro is great for applications where sensitivity is a concern, but braid is more so and there are abrasion resistant monos that equal, or better many copolymers.

Personally, I don't get caught up in all the merchandising claims of copolymers. Something is always sacrificed when combining or coating one material with another. I go with whatever line is best for the application and that includes fluorocarbon (yuck) for deep cranking.

Was wondering about co polymers to try out for Carolina rig exclusively. Prefer line that sinks so on a 30 yard cast you don't have 25 yards floating on the top with a long bow in the line. FC it's pretty much a straight line from rod tip to weight. That helps the case with sensitivity and faster detection.

Basically here's a run down of my lines and baits

Jigs: 12-15# FC

Texas rigs: 12# FC

Flipping (3/4oz+ jigs/Texas rigs): 30# braid and 15-20# FC leader if needed

Carolina: 12-15# FC 10-12# Mono Leader

Shakey head: 15# braid 8-10# FC leader

Drop shot: 6-7# FC

Crankbaits: 10# FC

Jerkbaits: 10# FC

Squarebills: 15-17# FC or 15# Mono

Top water Spinner buzz and chatter baits: 10-12-14# mono

Paddle tail swim baits: 10# FC

Frogs: 30# braid

[WRB]

It's difficult to have FC with both high abrasion resistance and low memory with small line diameter. Tatsu combines these features at a higher price point. Sunline is introducing a new line, Assassin similar to Tatsu.

Take a look at Blackwater Int'l Toray Superhard premium plus- high grade FC, good line.

Tom

[Big Bait Fishing]

So just up the test? I figured as much. I hear so many great things about sniper mind you since the switch I've caught hundreds of fish. They've been so finicky I've been keeping the line to minimum diameter this year. I'll give the 16 a whirl. Or do you think I should grab a spool of shooter, I have yet to try it out... I typically don't fish lay downs all the time, this particular spot tho I see guys make 2 pitches beating the bank and move on. I'll dissect this one for a half hour if need be and it always produces. This instance it's what I had tied at the moment normally if I know I'll be on a lot of timber I'll do braid and 20# leader.

Shooter is a whole different breed , less stretch and a lot less manageable !! Shooter works phenomenal as a leader attached to braid , almost an extension of the braid but with all the abrasion resistance and no visibility . as far as using it as a mainline , i wouldn't . try a spool of 16 lb. Sniper , pretty sure you'll be happy ..