Berkley Original Moss Green Fireline

[Effie4Bass]

This spring I purchased some Berkley original moss green fireline in 20 pound test.  I realize it was not new even though it was an unopened package because Berkley stopped making this several years ago. So what I bought had been sitting on somebody's shelf for a couple of years.  When using the line I noticed right off that I had lost some casting distance compared to some I had purchased when it was manufactured and was still on the reel.  My reels are all Pinnacles and they are excellent reels.  So I know the reel was not the problem.  Has anyone noticed if this particular Berkley line becomes sticky if it is not used within a certain amount of time after manufacture?  Do all braid lines become sticky is they stay in their original package for a couple of years? It think it is the only reason I lost casting distance. 

If you've had a similar experience with this or any other braid please let me know.

Thanks,

Fred

[OnthePotomac]

I have the remainder of old Fireline I bought ages ago and do not use it because it is like casting wire compared to the new lines.  it is not your reel.

[Scott F]

 I use and like Fireline. The coating may be coming off. It should loosen up and get less sticky with use.

[MickD]

There are so many good options to this obsolete line that, in my opinion, wasn't very good when it was new.  Try Suffix Premium Braid or Power Pro, and I think you'll be very happy.  Try 15 pound test-it's stronger than 15 and adequate for just about anything.  It wil cast better than 20.

[Jeff H]

 I use and like Fireline.

Me too.  

[OnthePotomac]

But he is talking about the original Fireline from maybe 10+ years ago.

[Jeff H]

I used it back then too and since it first came out, liked it then, like it now...for some specific situations.  It is not my primary line.