posted by admin on Mar 12
This video shows you the brands of line that I chose to go with for 2011. I talk about the importance of buying good quality line, I discuss the best brands on the market. In this video I feature a new product that I picked up, the Rapala Super Line Scissors. Please check out www.bassfishin.com to print out your free line guide. This is what helped me make my choices regarding line diameter and category (Mono, Fluorocarbon, Braid, etc.)
Duration : 0:7:18
posted by admin on Mar 12
I heard that it is better to use fluorocarbon because it sinks faster, but I also heard that it’s expensive, and I think buying this type of line would wipe me clean of my allowance… Any help?? Also, just for further reference, bait shops will spool and clean/fix your reels for you right??
l’ve been using mono for 45 years. l’ve used fluoro and braids. l prefer a quality nylon mono over any of the others. it will catch just as many, just as large. l use 8 and 10lb mostly. l have not had problems with fish seeing my line. l like the stretch in mono. works fine for topwaters and plastics on the bottom as well as everything else in between.
try some 8 or 10 clear sufix siege. you will be very happy with it. maxima is another top quality line.
most shops will fill your reels for you. not as many will service them though. some may send your reel out for servicing. many just don’t have anything to do with repairs.
be sure the reel is worth the 20 bucks or more for servicing. you may wish to do it yourself. it’s not really that difficult to clean and lube a reel.
posted by admin on Feb 6
Dean at Hi’s Tackle Box demonstrates Fluorocarbon to braid connections for fresh and saltwater applications. This streamlined knot cast through microguides.
Duration : 0:4:17
posted by admin on Sep 10
Demo showing the difference between fluoro carbon line and normal fishing line
Duration : 0:0:14
posted by admin on Sep 10
P-Line CX Premium Fishing Line?http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10151&catalogId=10001&itemnober=38-469-114-06&partNumber=8602
P-Line Fluorocarbon Fishing Line?
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_44286_100017002_100000000_100017000_100-17-2
P-Line Fluoroclear Fishing Line?
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_30721_100017002_100000000_100017000_100-17-2
P-Line CFX® Fluorocarbon Leaders?
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_51533_100017002_100000000_100017000_100-17-2
NEED HELP! Im thinking of going lake fishing for carps, bass, and catfish….
I was thinking going for Fluorocarbon line, but there are so many types that offered from P-line.
I’m getting a 8lb and 6lb line for my two spinning reel rods….
I would suggest going with monofilament line for all of the fish that you listed. Flourocarbon does have it’s strong points, but mono has it beat in an overall aspect.
If I were you, I would have one setup for Bass, and one for the Carp and Catfish.
For Bass, stick to an 8-12 pound mono. 8 pound being for finesse baits and smaller fish, and 10-12 for heavier baits, cover, and bigger Bass.
For Catfish, I wouldn’t use anything below a 12 pound mono, 14+ would be the safer bet.
posted by admin on Aug 10
i understand some of the characteristics like braid and mono floats, use braid as backing with fluorocarbon leader. im not really sure how to match the lines to the lures though. a list of lures with line(s) used on them would be a big help, a small explanation would be an even bigger help.
Monofilament is a limp line with low to moderate spool memory and average diameter as compared to its breaking strength. It has a considerable amount of stretch to it and does not transmit bottom contact and light bites as well as fluorocarbon. Monofilament has good abrasion resistance and knot strength with fairly low visibility. It casts easily and tends to float. Copolymer lines have properties similar to mono but are usually thicker and have better abrasion resistance. Fluorocarbon is not as limp as mono. It tends to be moderately to extremely "springy", which can lead to loops and tangles, especially on spinning reels. Although, fluoro is nearly invisible, has signifiantly lower stretch than mono, and transmits light bites and bottom contact extremely well. It sinks also and has a higher abrasion resistance than monofilament, but has about the same diameter/breaking strength ratio. Braid has an extremely small diameter compared to its breaking strength. It has no stretch and is extremly limp. Braid is pretty prone to knotting and backlashing during a cast and has the highest visibility of any line. It floats and is extremely abrasion resistant.
Bottom baits, flourocarbon’s extremely low visibity, superior abrasion resistance ad enhanced ability to transmit bottom contact and light bites make it a good choice. Mono is good also.
Crankbaits, fluorocarbon transmits vibrations and bottom contact through the rod better than either monofilament or braid, allowing you to moniter your lure during the retrieve better, also ’cause fluorocarbon sinks, it helps diving lures dive even deeper.
Its fifty-fifty with jerkbaits. Fluorocarbon gets these lures down deeper, a big help is cooler water, but monofilament’s better stretch helps prevent lightly hooked fish from coming off.
Monofilament’s better stretch allows bass to engulf spinnerbaits and buzzbaits deeper for better hook sets… a good thing when bass are hitting short.
Heavy mono or copolymer line for big heavy swimbaits, fluorocarbon for smaller swimbaits in clear water.
Fluorocarbon sinks, not allowing the action of surface baits to shine. Braid floats, but the lack of shock-absorbing stretcginess means lightly hooked fish can easily throw the hook. Monofilament has the best blend of castability, flotation and stretchiness for topwater lures.
Braid is the best for frogs. It floats, helping prevent the line from getting entangled in submerged vegetation. Braid’s small diameter makes casting these lures long distances, and high breaking strength means you’ll land more fish hooked in the thicker stuff.
posted by admin on Jul 22
I am fishing with ultra light. I am thinking of getting this: http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/product/standard-item.jsp?id=0048964122330a&navCount=8&podId=0048964&parentId=cat600394&masterpathid=&navAction=jump&cmCat=MainCatcat20166-cat20180-cat600394&catalogCode=XK&rid=&parentType=index&indexId=cat600394 4 pounds test. My only confusion is that it says that it is a filler line. Is it ok to use as a leader?
I also have a second question. I realize that I need to use a Fluorocarbon line because I am fishing a Trout which is a very careful fish. What do you guys think if I would use this line as a couple of feet leader, while a 8 pound test braid as a main line? I think it would make it a little more sensitive, as well as stronger and longer casting. Any suggestions? Also if you think you can suggest some other Fluorocarbon line that you think is better (don’t mind the price) then I am going for it. If not then I will stay with this one (green version, since I am fishing in the rivers for the most part).
I use a similar set up for jigging. I use fire line with a mono backing so it does not slip on the spool and about 3 feet of fluorocarbon line. It works great and the braid is super sensitive.
posted by admin on Jul 22
JP DeRose explains the great features on the G-Loomis Swimbait Series rods, and the advantages of using Stren 100% Fluoro line.
For more info and videos visit http://www.wfn.tv/jpgear/
Duration : 0:1:37
posted by admin on Jul 22
Fish anything, rocks, stumps, chainsaws, whatever. Seaguar AbrazX fluorocarbon line tested twice as abrasion resistant as leading fluorocarbon competitors. See it in action here.
Duration : 0:2:51
posted by admin on Jul 7
http://www.bassfishin.com/blog/fishing-line-guide/ – Discover the best fishing line recommendations for each lure and technique in bass fishing. Know exactly which type and size line to use for spinnerbaits, crankbaits, swimbaits, drop shot, topwater and more. Follow the link above to get your Fishing Line Cheat Sheet. You’ll understand the differences between fluorocarbon, monofilament and braided lines and why each works for particular lures and tactics. These fishing line recommendations will give you greater confidence in your bass fishing endeavors and give you greater versatility in your lure selections.
Duration : 0:7:34
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