Better Fluorocarbon Line

[buckmaster27012]

i've been using sunline sniper for leader on spinning rod but keep breaking line on hook set. i've tried palomar and gman youtube knot. any other ones to try? tired of losing fish...

[ike8120]

I have been using KK Kovert without any issues. I use all different pound tests.

[roadwarrior]

2 hours ago, buckmaster27012 said:

i've been using sunline sniper for leader on spinning rod but keep breaking line on hook set. i've tried palomar and gman youtube knot. any other ones to try? tired of losing fish...

Seaguar Gold Label

https://seaguar.com/saltwater/new-lines/gold-label-25

[Lead Head]

I always recommend people first trying FC to go with Sniper or invizx. These are two of the most user friendly FC lines in the $25 and less price range. If you love it, stick with it or experiment with some of the more expensive, or cheaper stuff. If you hate it, move on from FC. It is my opinion that using FC cheaper than these for your first time isn't really giving it a fair chance. 

 

As far as lb test goes, if you feel like your 12lb hybrid is stronger than you really need, then look to 12 or 14lb FC. If you feel you need all the strength and toughness you are getting from the hybrid, you want FC in the 15 to 16lb range (at least).

Most FC will break MUCH closer to its stated lb test than mono, and that's not taking into account the strength you will lose in your knot.

[newapti5]

How often do you plan to change the fluoro lines? Besides all the detailed info mentioned above, cost is also a big factor to me. If you change it frequently like once every month, then Seaguar Invizx or Basicx would be better suited; if you change it like onece every year/season, then I would suggest go with the more expensive ones, like Seaguar Tatsu. 

 

No matter which one you choose, know that no fluoro cast like mono. Even the Tatsu doesn't handle as well as mono after awhile. It's just what fluoro is. 

 

Sunline sniper is a bit stiffer than Tatsu and Invizx, but its abrasion resistance is pretty decent. Daiwa J-Fluoro Samurai handles very well, but it's quite stretchy like Invizx. I won't recommend it for bottom contact lures. 

[BayouSlide]

14 hours ago, buckmaster27012 said:

i've been using sunline sniper for leader on spinning rod but keep breaking line on hook set. i've tried palomar and gman youtube knot. any other ones to try? tired of losing fish...

 

I simply can't break a well-tied Palomar on Sunline Sniper...its the only knot and flouro I use, BTW. Wonder whether something is going on with how you tie it?

 

2 hours ago, newapti5 said:

How often do you plan to change the fluoro lines?

 

Only respool once the line gets too short on the spool for casting effectiveness. Never have to change a whole spool because it's been on for too long, but I do fish frequently, FWIW.

[newapti5]

1 hour ago, BayouSlide said:

Only respool once the line gets too short on the spool for casting effectiveness. Never have to change a whole spool because it's been on for too long, but I do fish frequently, FWIW.

 

In that case, I'd recommend the Seaguar Tatsu. It's by far the best fluoro I have used, out of at least a dozen different brands and series. I believe a lot of members here would agree with that as well. Castability, memory, abrasion resistance, durability, sensitivity, ... it almost excels on every aspect, except the cost. It's pricy for sure, but I only change it like once a year. And you could find some discounted price on Amazon occasionally. 

[ErieCan]

18 hours ago, buckmaster27012 said:

i've been using sunline sniper for leader on spinning rod but keep breaking line on hook set. i've tried palomar and gman youtube knot. any other ones to try? tired of losing fish...

 

Alberto knot. Easy to tie. 

[BayouSlide]

14 hours ago, newapti5 said:

 

In that case, I'd recommend the Seaguar Tatsu. It's by far the best fluoro I have used, out of at least a dozen different brands and series. I believe a lot of members here would agree with that as well. Castability, memory, abrasion resistance, durability, sensitivity, ... it almost excels on every aspect, except the cost. It's pricy for sure, but I only change it like once a year. And you could find some discounted price on Amazon occasionally. 

 

I'm not the original poster, but was offering my take on the frequency of replacing flouro line.

 

I've found my preferred flouro line, Sunline Sniper, and see no reason to change.

 

A number of posters on the forums love Tatsu and I'm sure it's a excellent line but Sunline Sniper works well for me, FWIW.

[Dannyinorthidaho]

I have a question as well, I wanted 15lb seagar red but they were out so I put 20# red. Should I get rid of the 20# it’s on my daiwa tatula. Can’t seem to cast too far with a 3/8 crank bait. I’m dialing in my reel settings but I’ll keep working it. 20 lb seems heavy for my application of a crank bait rod but I’m learning Appreciate any input

[Mike L]

On 7/13/2022 at 8:49 AM, BayouSlide said:

I've found my preferred flouro line, Sunline Sniper, and see no reason to change.

 

Ditto

 

Don’t overlook Sunline’s Shooter as well for certain conditions. 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mike

[whatevrdoumean]

Just an update to my post. I ended up buying some 15 lb Seaguar Tatsu. The line diameter is the same as 12 lb Yu Zuri Hybrid.  As everyone said there was a little bit of a relearning curve but all is good. Thanks to everyone for giving me some input and suggestions. Next up is trying braid on my top water setup. Thanks again. Michael

[A-Jay]

45 minutes ago, whatevrdoumean said:

Just an update to my post. I ended up buying some 15 lb Seaguar Tatsu. 

Nicely Done.

Tatsu is my FC of Choice on every rig where I use FC.

btw, InvisX is pretty close in most all respects.

A-Jay 

[UmairF]

Am I the only one that hasn’t had much success on FC Sniper?

 

I used to spool up my chatterbait reel with 20lb and my t-rig reel with 14 and the line just frays so easily. Lost a bunch if jackhammers now… I thought it was just my knot but I’m pretty good at the san diego jam knot and I noticed that the line isn’t breaking at the knot.

 

I mainly fish ponds but tournament fish too. I definitely fish in a lot of different types of structure and cover but mainly grass. Sometimes I’ll skip docks with it too.

My line definitely gets beat up more than usual but I re tie often and check my line for any fraying as well. My rod guides are fine as well nothing would scratch it up like that. It breaks off way too often considering how much I pay attention to my line.

 

Any ideas as to why this is? I’ve had multiple spools of sniper at this point and am open to new FC line suggestions if there are any better ones for fishing in the environments I fish in. Thanks!

[WRB]

On 7/10/2022 at 8:15 PM, MN Fisher said:

 

Thing is - IGFA put a number of Yo-Zuri Hybrid lines through tests...results...they rate them higher than what's printed on the label.

 

 

I use YZH 12# on my main crank rig, and 4# on my ML/MF spinning small crank rig...love it.

You do realize with IGFA line class records the line can’t test higher the line class. Using Yo-Zuri you must select the at the break test not labeled pound test.

Tom

[MN Fisher]

^ Tom...I'm happy to catch decent fish...I have no plans on pursuing an IGFA Line Class Record...that way lies long hours and much frustration

[rangerjockey]

I started with Trilene 100% . For the last 10 years or so it's been Tatsu ,Invisx or sniper. 

All good lines. I've been trying the new Spro  Gouken and it's really good as well.

I have the 10lb. on my finesse jig and smaller T-rig rods and so far so good. 

 

[dodgeguy]

If you think you will catch more fish with flouro than flouro coated hybrid you are kidding yourself.

[Blaine Donders]

21 hours ago, UmairF said:

Am I the only one that hasn’t had much success on FC Sniper?

 

I used to spool up my chatterbait reel with 20lb and my t-rig reel with 14 and the line just frays so easily. Lost a bunch if jackhammers now… I thought it was just my knot but I’m pretty good at the san diego jam knot and I noticed that the line isn’t breaking at the knot.

 

I mainly fish ponds but tournament fish too. I definitely fish in a lot of different types of structure and cover but mainly grass. Sometimes I’ll skip docks with it too.

My line definitely gets beat up more than usual but I re tie often and check my line for any fraying as well. My rod guides are fine as well nothing would scratch it up like that. It breaks off way too often considering how much I pay attention to my line.

 

Any ideas as to why this is? I’ve had multiple spools of sniper at this point and am open to new FC line suggestions if there are any better ones for fishing in the environments I fish in. Thanks!

This hasn’t been my experience. I only fish open water or grass.