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Hopedale Hustler · #1 07-10-2009, 02:29 PM

i use 2 lb. mono..stren......with 25 lb. fluro carb leader.

cmdrost · #2 07-10-2009, 02:49 PM

double uni knot works really well too.

backlashes are harder to get out with pp, but still worth it, and like big kahuna sayz, shouldn't happen after you've broken in the spool.

Salty · #3 07-10-2009, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by cmdrost

double uni knot works really well too.

backlashes are harder to get out with pp, but still worth it, and like big kahuna sayz, shouldn't happen after you've broken in the spool.

Power Pro is the reel deel. These guys know.

jpeff31787 · #4 07-10-2009, 03:19 PM

pros: SENSITIVE!!!!
Won't break as easily if rubbed up on structures
Won't break as easily PERIOD
Smaller line diameters
Some brands will cast further than some monos
its easier to take the backlashes out cuz you don't backlash often
(once you learn how to work it)
will last MUCH longer than monos
less memory
some brands are softer than monos
good for topwaters since it floats
ZERO stretch (always get a good hook set no matter the distance)
cast great in spinning reels!
spinning reels hold more braid than it would mono
will cut through grass much better than mono if you bass fish
can horse fish around if you need to
Give me extra confidence when a big fish is on

cons: will cut into your fingers if your not careful
more expensive
not as clear (which is why most ppl use 20lbs flouro leaders)
have to tie different knots
have to remember to tie different knots
usually have to spool baitcaster with half mono
have to spool on tightly
can eat up rod guides if you buy crappy braids like fireline (DO NOT I REPEAT DO NOT BUY THAT CRAP!!!)

hope this helps.. My personal favorite braid for baitcasters is Spiderwire's invisibraid 20-30lb test. Its the softest, smoothest, lightest, has less memory, and cast the best on baitcasters. For spinning reels.. power pro or Pline is about the same. But I have braid on all my poles, and I consistently catch more fish than people around me so I know it doesn't hurt anything. I fish probably 100 times a year at least mainly specs and bass fishing, so you know i catch the usual reds, choupique, gar, jack crevalles, and whatever else is down there. I've never had a problem with my braid. Whenever I hook into a big fish I have the confidence that my line is NOT going to just pop and if I have to I can usually horse a big fish in if i need to. Just because it says 20 30 pound test, I know I can put some pressure on that line and I'm not worried at all. I've pulled in 40 pound drum in just minutes with 20lb braid on my abu garcia 5600s. I have A LOT more confidence in it. I can pull a 5lb bass with 15lbs of grass and skim it on top the water and I KNOW FOR A FACT that the braid is not going to pop.

Any other questions....

I'm bored at work.

Jordan · #5 07-10-2009, 03:28 PM

thanks JP... yeah where are the fish biting in big lake and can you help me replace my trim motor for my outboard.... oh yeah, can I have a million bucks??? thats all.. !!! Thanks bro ,lol

jpeff31787 · #6 07-10-2009, 03:33 PM

lmao

millionare- got a dollar or two
trim- I have an excellent boat mechanic as a family member
Big Lake- wish i knew cuz i'd go tomorrow

no but for real give braid a chance.. i think you'll like it just as much as the rest of us. Its tough stuff!! Most of the time you'll bend your hook straight before it pops lol If you have baitcaster put some invisibraid on one and see how much you like it.

Jordan · #7 07-10-2009, 04:18 PM

roger that, how far u live away from lake charles ?

Ray · #8 07-10-2009, 06:47 PM

I use 12 lb. Berkely with 20 lb. camo leader.

LaAngler · #9 07-10-2009, 06:53 PM

mono!

Capt. Ryan Rachunek · #10 07-10-2009, 07:01 PM

8/30 Suffix Braid w/leader of 20lb P-Line CFX....

Nasty · #11 07-10-2009, 08:50 PM

I'm with the monofilament guys. Mono rocks! I tried the power pro and couldn't stand it. Big Game or P-line is the ticket for me.

cordgrass · #12 07-10-2009, 09:29 PM

big game.

SULPHITE · #13 07-10-2009, 09:46 PM

tried the cajun line...never again...

huntin fool · #14 07-10-2009, 09:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SULPHITE

tried the cajun line...never again...

never again will i buy that junk either!

berkley big game 12 lb test. Freshwater and salt.

Salty · #15 07-10-2009, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by huntin fool

never again will i buy that junk either!

berkley big game 12 lb test. Freshwater and salt.

Fool, fishin' with W.....1.2# test will do just fine.

SULPHITE · #16 07-10-2009, 10:08 PM

12# yozuri hybrid...can't backlash it...

Big Kahunaz · #17 07-10-2009, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Salty

Fool, fishin' with W.....1.2# test will do just fine.

:work :

Dink · #18 07-10-2009, 09:47 PM

Samarai braid..........I use it and won't buy power crap or mono again...........it's a braid sure, but smooth as mono....go rub your fingers on some power crap, then on the Samarai......you'll feel th edifference....The 15lb is the diam or 4lb mono...........it's 35bucks for 150 yds, but that's all you'll need for years!!! It doesn't fray like power crap, it doesn't fade like power crap and you can feel everything!!!!!

"W" · #19 07-10-2009, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Dink

Samarai braid..........I use it and won't buy power crap or mono again...........it's a braid sure, but smooth as mono....go rub your fingers on some power crap, then on the Samarai......you'll feel th edifference....The 15lb is the diam or 4lb mono...........it's 35bucks for 150 yds, but that's all you'll need for years!!! It doesn't fray like power crap, it doesn't fade like power crap and you can feel everything!!!!!

Tim you also used a steal leader with a pop n cork