Got a line question...what line do you crank with?

[clemsondds]

Been fishing for a little while and I got caught up a few years ago with doing braid to leader for everything.  Now I'm switching to a variety...depending on the technique.  So just curious what you all use for cranking?  I've listened to lots of "experts" online lol...Lord knows they know a ton more than me though.  I have heard Fritz uses braid for cranking, heard most say they use fluoro for obvious reasons (clarity, less noise, depth...) , and heard tacticalbassin talk about using both :fluoro for general cranking and then braid to leader if they are on a bite where the bass are on a big reaction bite where they need the bait to stop and start with precision.  So after all that, what do you use and why?  Thanks!! 

[Jrob78]

I primarily use copoly for cranking, with Pline CX and Izorline Platinum being the 2 I use the most. I've also been experimenting with Defier and Defier Armilo but don't have much cranking time with them yet. The copolys are strong and handle well plus have a little stretch that I like when fishing treble hooks and for popping baits free from snags. I am a fluoro fan for a lot of techniques but it never seemed that beneficial for the shallow cranking I do. I would never use braid for this. 

[Woody B]

I use mono for everything except really heavy baits.  I would use mono for them too but I launched an Alabama rig into orbit with 12 pound mono.   

 

I've never used fluoro for anything....so I can't say anything good or bad about it.  I believe "most" people use it for cranking.   I don't know why.  I'm happy with what I use, and not looking to learn anything.  It would just cost money.   The bait monkey sells line too.  ?

[Jar11591]

12lb fluorocarbon 

[GRiver]

Fishing line use can be a personal preference. I went through the “braid phase “, eventually switched everything back to mono, except two rigs. Couldn’t’ stand the noise 
 For crank baits, I like mono, it’s quiet and has a little stretch to it. Sometimes I have a heck’va  hook set. 

[ike8120]

I am using 12# FC

[Mr. Bassin II]

10#, 12#, or 10# FC. Situation determines which.  Always Tatsu though.

[Team9nine]

Straight fluorocarbon, InvizX or Tatsu; pound test depends on depth/style, but usually 12 (deep) or 15 (shallow-mid) pound.

[MN Fisher]

I'm the odd-ball - 12# Yo-Zuri Hybrid.

[GreenPig]

I use 10 - 12 lb FC on deep cranks and 10 - 20 lb mono on shallow cranks. 

[dodgeguy]

Sufix advance mono or braid

[roadwarrior]

I like #11 Sunline Defier Armilo

 

https://sunlineamerica.com/products/shooter-defier-armilo

[Deleted account]

Mono, 8-15 lb, depending on what I'm trying to do. 

[clemsondds]

1 hour ago, Mr. Bassin II said:

10#, 12#, or 10# FC. Situation determines which.  Always Tatsu though.

 

1 hour ago, Team9nine said:

Straight fluorocarbon, InvizX or Tatsu; pound test depends on depth/style, but usually 12 (deep) or 15 (shallow-mid) pound.

 

38 minutes ago, dodgeguy said:

Sufix advance mono or braid

Thank you all!  Really looking more for the “why” you choose what you choose. Thanks! 

1 hour ago, GreenPig said:

I use 10 - 12 lb FC on deep cranks and 10 - 20 lb mono on shallow cranks. 

Thanks! Can you share why you choose that setup? Thanks 

[casts_by_fly]

I’m throwing all three this year. I like braid (no leader) on my lipless and light crank rod (7’ mh/mf). I’ll throw up to a dt10 on it, but mostly it’s a dt6 or smaller.  On my smaller yet rod (6’6” m/mod) which is set up for jerkbaits and smaller cranks I’ve got 12# sunline mono.  I’ve also got some red label 12# for when I want to crank bigger cranks later in the year. 

[GreenPig]

28 minutes ago, clemsondds said:

 

 

Thank you all!  Really looking more for the “why” you choose what you choose. Thanks! 

Thanks! Can you share why you choose that setup? Thanks 

Depth control/adjustment.

[LonnieP]

Been using McCoy 12lb Xtra clear copoly but just spooled up 3 of my crankbait reels up with 13lb Sunline Shooter Deffier to try out.

[Team9nine]

1 hour ago, clemsondds said:

 

Thank you all!  Really looking more for the “why” you choose what you choose. Thanks! 

Thanks! Can you share why you choose that setup? Thanks 

For me, better sensitivity without sacrificing the elasticity of mono/copoly, or having to adjust rod action/power because of using braid…plus I can buy larger bulk spools and save money since I use the same line type for most all applications.

[roadwarrior]

3 minutes ago, LonnieP said:

Been using McCoy 12lb Xtra clear copoly but just spooled up 3 of my crankbait reels up with 13lb Sunline Shooter Deffier to try out.

 Please come back with your review.

[WRB]

12# mono since the 60’s for crank baits.

The past 5 years Sunline 11# Diefer Armilo mono.

Reason higher knot strength per diameter the other mono and exceptional casting performance.

When using crank baits you make more cast per hour then other lures and need smooth long distance casting line.

Tom

[JediAmoeba]

8-10 lbs fluoro leaders with a 20lb braid main line. If I am deep cranking I usually have a 30' leader. If it's less than 10 feet, a shorter leader.

[roadwarrior]

6 minutes ago, WRB said:

12# mono since the 60’s for crank baits.

The past 5 years Sunline 11# Diefer Armilo mono.

Reason higher knot strength per diameter the other mono and exceptional casting performance.

When using crank baits you make more cast per hour then other lures and need smooth long distance casting line.

Tom

 

                                               

[AlabamaSpothunter]

12lb CXX for DDs which I totally suck at and working hard at changing

 

12lb Fluoro, or 14lb Sunline Natural mono for squarebills and medium runners. 

[detroit1]

As you can see, the choice is up to you, with no "real" advantage of any type. I use 12# mono on baitcasters, and 8# on a spinning rig that i throw smaller cranks or in bigtime winds. Why mono? It's works and what i have used for years. Is it the best choice? i don't know or care.

[clemsondds]

3 hours ago, JediAmoeba said:

8-10 lbs fluoro leaders with a 20lb braid main line. If I am deep cranking I usually have a 30' leader. If it's less than 10 feet, a shorter leader.

Mind if I ask, why use braid then?  I'm not trying to question your decision making.  Honestly just want to hear why you like having braid as your main line if you are running that long of a leader. Thanks