Floro on a baitcaster - want to give it another try

[Puggz]

I've had some issues with floro on a BC in the past but I didn't use a line conditioner.  Regardless of cost, what would you recommend for a 3 power Jig and Worm setup? 

I have a 5 power pitchin' stick w/braid so this setup is a touch more finesse. Between my spinning setup and pitchin' stick. 

 

I DON"T want to do braid with a leader so pls dont suggest that.  This rod will be primariy for senkos, T rigs, etc in clear water.  Most of the casting will be pitchin' and underhand style. 

 

DX743C w/MGEtreme.

 

TIA!

[roadwarrior]

#12 Tatsu

 

 

 

 

[Mike L]

Tatsu is the best you can buy, but I use Flouro on all my setups except for punching and use 12# Sniper for presentations in light to moderate cover and 20# Shooter in heavy, and very satisfied.

 

Tatsu is expensive for a reason, it's that good. Sniper and Shooter are a very close second.

 

 

 

Mike

[Jon G]

14-16lb Sunline FC Sniper

[Dtrombly]

I use P-Line Ultimate and it's great. 

[fishnkamp]

Honestly I would suggest P Line CXX in 10 pound test.  That line breaks at like 22 pounds. It has a good bit of memory so be aware.   Be sure to use a line conditioner like Reelsnot.

Take a look at a friend of mine's report on lines.  This is from his website.

http://www.baybass.com/forum/index.php?topic=1083.0

 

 

[lo n slo]

fwiw, i have been throwing 12lb sunline super fluorocarbon for the last two years on my worm set ups and i have no complaints. i use the ardent line conditioner too.

[CroakHunter]

I've switched from fluoro to copolymer in the last year, really enjoy the switch. I Have combos with 10-20lb p line cxx. Never have had any issues. Especially with the ultralow cost 

[NHBull]

If I was going down that path again, it would be tatsu.....but ain't going there

[OnthePotomac]

I have settled on InvizX 15lb for jigs and plastics.  I have tried others (not the expensive others) and found this line to be a goody and economical medium.  The line is .013 in in diameter, which is the same as some other flouro 12 lb lines, very flexible and strong.  Rather than buy $27 200 yd spools all the time, I found a 1000yd spool on Amazon for $89 and that equates to a whopping savings..

[fishballer06]

22 hours ago, Jon G said:

14-16lb Sunline FC Sniper

I'll second this.

[PAbasser927]

I have a similar setup and use 12# Tatsu. I also didn't like braid with a leader on this rig because the braid would not stay tight when reeling in slack line using worms.  Then it would dig into itself on the drag and cause problems.  I put some line conditioner on during my last cast of the day each time I am out and do not have any issues with memory or manageability.  I have heard this is not necessary with Tatsu but when spending $35-$40 for 150yd spool, a few sprays of KVD is cheap and gives me peace of mind.

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Floro on a baitcaster - want to give it another try

 

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[NathanDLTH]

P-Line Tactical

[Dtrombly]

21 hours ago, CroakHunter said:

I've switched from fluoro to copolymer in the last year, really enjoy the switch. I Have combos with 10-20lb p line cxx. Never have had any issues. Especially with the ultralow cost 

Same. I only use fluro for cranking. P-Line Fluoroclear everything else besides frogs. Great, cheap line. 

[Angry John]

I use pline 100% in the blue and black box in 15 a lot and don't bother with line conditioner.  It and sniper are very close in how they handle but I get 250 yards so I get two full fills of line.  I would recommend 12 for you as I have that rod and its nice with ten or twelve.

[Puggz]

Sooo I opted for Sunline FC Sniper in 14lb.  I'll let everyone know my thoughts after next week's trip.

[Mike L]

Good decision!!

 

 

 

 

Mike

[RB 77]

I like Sniper in 10 lb.