Mono. vs. Fluro.

lkgfisherman · Post by **lkgfisherman** » Fri Jan 17, 2003 12:49 am

Hey guys i'm new so maybe it's been talked about before.

Anyone had any expierence with these new flurocarbon lines and/or superline. Yes i know they are different but i've always been a mono guy and want some opions.

I think they would be good for flipp'n but not so sure. Any advice greatly appreciated.
J.T.

johnnie crain outdoors · Fri Jan 17, 2003 1:12 am

Jt,
Welcome to the best web site period.
There are major differences in florocarbon and superlines compared to mono. I have been fortunate to live long enough to have seen the fishing industry turn from braided nylon lines, to mono, then back to braided, then to superlines. My youth was spent using braided nylon (black) then I acquired some mono and it changed my life. I am a big mono man. I like the new lines and respect their strength and strike detectibilty, but for everyday fishing I prefer mono or mono based lines. For pitchin' and flippin' you can't beat the superlines, but for all other fishing I love mono. When crankbaiting, I just can't stand the sound and feel transferred by superlines through my rod. By all means try the superlines. If you are comfortable they will serve you well and outlast mono by far. You will have to work out your style of hook setting and how much pressure to apply to the fish, but if you are only 17 you've got plenty of time. By the way, it's great to see young anglers getting involved with Bassin USA. Johnnie Crain, Iowa Pro Staff

lkgfisherman · Post by **lkgfisherman** » Fri Jan 17, 2003 1:30 am

Thanks for the info. I think im gonna get superline for my flipp'n rod. Yea i know i've got alot of time. But my dream like alot of people is to make it a job not a hobby. Can't see my self doing anything else. I am doing pretty good or i think i am anyways. I have had my picture in the paper four times in the past year for top 3 finishes and i am currently scheduled to make sponsor apperances at some boat shows.
Anyway thanks for the advice,
J.T.

JoeM · Post by **JoeM** » Fri Jan 17, 2003 2:43 am

JT- Welcome aboard. As Johnnie said, this is one excellent Website. Thanks for posting on Bassin'USA.

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Much obliged. JoeM

Eric · Post by **Eric** » Fri Jan 17, 2003 6:09 am

Is no secret, I'm no fan of the so called superlines.

I will tell you however that I really like Berkley Vanish. This is a florocarbon and I have used it on both spinning and baitcast equipment with success. I like it for its low visibility and abrasion resistance. It handles very much like Trilene XT.
Beware though of using it for topwater baits. Florocarbon sinks and it will hamper the action of many surface baits, in some cases with smaller baits it is nearly impossible to work the bait properly.
The fact that it sinks makes it a great choice for crankbaits. I get a little more depth with floro. because of this and it provides better sensitivity.

For those of you wanting to try something different.
Berkley's new Iron Silk is an amazing line!! I used it on my flippin stick all last fall and am impressed so far. It handles much like mono ( less memory ) is very sensitive ( I beleive it has reduced stretch ) and casts like a dream! I maen a dream!!! I have never felt a smooth cast than I have with this line. It increased my casting distance, that I did not expect. While pitching 1/8 - 1/4 oz jigs I was firing jigs under docks with just a slight flip of the wrist. Less movement means less fatigue, and I like that.
I plan putting this line through some serious testing in the spring.

Roger Spaulding · Post by **Roger Spaulding** » Fri Jan 17, 2003 1:52 pm

JT,

I'm a big fan of flurocarbon coated line. P-Line makes a line called Fluroclear that has a flurocarbon coating on it. This is the only line I use for carolina rig, pitching, and skipping docks. The sensitivity on the carolina rig really makes a difference for me and its strong enough for all my pitching needs. I used to use braid alot, but now the only time I turn to it is when I am in thick lilly pads or grass. I have used flurocarbon line for cranks like Eric talked about. I agree you can get alittle deeper, but I personally have had problems with flurocarbon and cranks around rocks. You just need to experiment and find what works for you. I manily use mono for cranks, spinnerbaits, and jerkbaits. What works for you, may not work for anyone else. Keep a open mind about line and let your fishing decide what line to use.

Roger Spaulding
ProStaff Indiana