Fluoro For T-Rig???

[jmed999]

Guys, I'm thinking about switching to fluoro for my t-rig rod. I'm using a 7' MH Duckett with a Curado 200E7.

I was thinking something in the 12 to 15 pound test range....are there any consequences for go this heavy? Any specific brand suggestions? I dont mind spending a little extra on the line so money is no issue for this purchase.

Thanks for the help!

[Packard]

I use 10# Seagaur InvisX for my T-rigs. My setup is similar to yours, 6'6" BPS Extreme MH with a Chromica 100B.

Your reel has a bigger capacity so 12-15# sounds good to me. Like I said I favor seaguar but have had good experience with Sunline too.

If you can afford to pay $40 for Seaguar Tatsu, go for it. The more economical choices are AbrasX, InvisX, Red Label, and FC Sniper.

Sunline FC Sniper

Seaguar Tatsu

Seaguar InvisX

[bassinbrian]

There are many good options to choose from. Seaguar, Yo-Zuri, sunline, pline, etc. More specific would be seaguar abrazx, yozuri hybrid, sunline sniper, pline ultimate fluorocarbon. So many more good lines though IMO, I've been using Diawa Steez fluoro this year and find it to be fantastic. Anyways, 12 lb is all I use on my baitcasters and wouldn't go lower then 10 lb.

[Packard]

There are many good options to choose from. Seaguar, Yo-Zuri, sunline, pline, etc. More specific would be seaguar abrazx, yozuri hybrid, sunline sniper, pline ultimate fluorocarbon. So many more good lines though IMO, I've been using Diawa Steez fluoro this year and find it to be fantastic. Anyways, 12 lb is all I use on my baitcasters and wouldn't go lower then 10 lb.

Hybrid is a good line but it is a copolymer. Haven't tried the Steez fluro yet, I'd like to try it though.

[NorcalBassin]

I use 12# Invizx and have been happy with it. However, it has a bit more stretch to it so you may want to consider Trilene.

[bassinbrian]

Yeah that's my mistake I got it in 12lb and 20lb. I got the 20lb free, much heavier then I like but it's still super limp and so far abrasion is great. I think it's a must try. Next season I'll try Tatsu, minnesota season is ending to soon for new line.

[Bluebasser86]

15lb InvisX is my line of choice for T-rigs. It casts well and has the abrasion resistance to get a big fish out of a bad place if you need to. I use it on a 200e7 also.

[jmed999]

Abrasion is not a huge concern for me as my pond has very little cover. I mostly drag the t-rig on a smooth bottom from the bank.

What is the difference in the Tatsu and InvisX besides price?

[Sam]

Excellent choice.

Go for it.!!!!

[Sam]

By the way, Jmed, you are fishing a pond so don't be too concerned with the line brand.

Go with the brand you want in Fluorocarbon in an 8, 10 or 12 pound test.

Be sure to check for nicks and cuts; removing the damaged line after two or three fish or an hour of fishing; and retie the the bait after two or three fish.

Line management is very important when fishing so run your thumbnail along the line to find the nicks and cuts and remove the damaged line from your setup.

If you land a catfish check the line and retie the bait.

P.S. If you are fishing crankbaits, buzzbaits, spinnerbaits, Chatterbaits and lipless cranks consider using a snap with a Palomar Knot so you can change baits easily and retie the snap in a flash. Do you know how to use a snap on a spinnerbait or buzzbait???

[Packard]

Abrasion is not a huge concern for me as my pond has very little cover. I mostly drag the t-rig on a smooth bottom from the bank.

What is the difference in the Tatsu and InvisX besides price?

"Tatsu has less stretch, greater sensitivity, better casting, better abrasion resistance, and better knot strength. Not to mention the longevity of Tatsu is superior to that of Invizx."

Quoted from Hooligan.

[Siebert Outdoors]

I use 12-15lb for almost all my fishing. All flourocarbon.