During assembly spinning the fisherman will need several important components, among which the most important is braided fishing line. Today, a large number of its options are presented on the shelves of fishing stores.
Modern technologies have allowed manufacturing companies to create lightweight and durable
fishing line for any style of fishing. Fishermen have the opportunity to choose standard monofilament or a more modern and durable almost double braided cord .
What to give preference: fishing line or cord
The fishing line or cord is selected based on what kind of fishing is planned and where it will be carried out. It is important to decide whether it will be fishing with casting over long distances or short distances. Fishing line , which is represented by monofilament, is not capable of delivering bait when fishing from long distances. As a result, the fisherman will be faced with the problem of lack of catch.
This standard fishing line will cope at short distances; it can be used for fishing, where it will show its best side. At distances greater than 256 meters, this type of spinning line is useless. For long casting distances, braiding , which does not lose its shape when using bait.
To determine which cords are more effective for spinning rods , you need to pay attention to the style used when wiring. If a fisherman uses jigs and twitching, which require a high level of clarity, then he will need a cord of high strength and rigidity.
The braid will provide excellent wiring even over short distances. But difficulties may arise with landing fish during trophy fishing. Braided cord lacks elasticity. But to solve the problem, you can use a spinning , which has the option of adjusting the friction brake.
Each fisherman, at his own discretion, can give preference to either a standard fishing line or modern braided line . Each of them can be used depending on fishing style and other criteria. But still, braid shows more advantages. A thin thread, which is created on the basis of fishing lines of small diameters , makes a great contribution to the efficiency of fishing.
For which gear which is preferable?
Today's angler can catch pike using the following gear:
- summer and winter spinning;
- mugs;
- summer and winter vents;
- live bait float rod.
Spinning is the most modern equipment that can be used for pike fishing. The variety of spinning fishing methods is quite large. And each of them has its own specific selection of components.
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Twitching, jigging and trolling are spinning fishing methods that require great sensitivity and reliability of equipment. Therefore, if fishing is done using these methods, then braided fishing will be optimal in this case.
The use of spinners, both rotating and oscillating, requires the use of monofilament fishing line. It is less noticeable and does not alarm pike so much in the upper layers of the reservoir. Fishing with a rig with a dead fish is more effective when using a fishing line, since a springy fishing line makes casting the bait softer, which injures the bait less and is enough for a greater number of casts.
Ultralight spinning fishing requires minimal windage and invisibility of equipment in the water. Therefore, in this case, monofilament line or fluorocarbon are suitable.
Given the high abrasion resistance of fluorocarbon, it can be used as a leader when fishing for small grass pike. When fishing for larger pike, a steel leader is a must, because monofilament line, braided line, and fluorocarbon will be easily rubbed by pike teeth.
Winter lure requires the use of delicate and inconspicuous fishing lines. This is due to the winter passivity and caution of fish in winter. Typically, ice fishing line is more resistant to cold water and is labeled "ICE".
Catching pike with mugs can be accompanied by very high cutting pressure on the hand. Therefore, a thick nylon cord is used as a base, to which a monofilament leader is attached, after which a steel leash is attached.
For summer and winter girders, it is advisable to use fishing line. In winter, the temperature does not allow the use of wicker. A frozen braid will have a damaged weave, and it can very quickly become unusable. And in summer, fishing line has superiority over braided line because it is less noticeable. For the zherlitsa, this question is very relevant, because this is a passive method of fishing and the striped predator can easily examine the bait and all the equipment.
A live bait float rod requires soft casting of live bait, delicacy and inconspicuousness of the equipment, so in this case a monofilament fishing line would be preferable.
The places where you can catch pike are quite varied. But I will try to focus on places for beginners, places that do not require special gear and bait.
It is quite difficult to master a new type of fishing and/or a new type of fish.
And lately on fishing forums I often see messages: “I want to catch pike, I have a spinning rod, baits, I’ve been rinsing them in the water for a long time - but there’s nothing” - but the “seasoned” ones don’t rent out places - but everyone has been in this situation, That's how I started!
Next, I will try to describe my experience in mastering catching this wonderful fish with a spinning rod. Let me make a reservation right away that in this article I am not talking about fishing with jerkbaits, and my advice will be primarily aimed at ensuring that you catch the first pike, start fishing for pike, and do not give up the spinning rod after many unsuccessful attempts. Most likely it will be a small pike up to a kilogram, but once upon a time it was the 300 gram cord that brought me a lot of joy and opened up a new, currently favorite type of fishing for me and my comrades.
For successful fishing you need to know: 1. when, 2. where, 3. what bait to use 4. what (spinning rod, line, reel)
When to catch pike.
Spring: for me, spring pike fishing begins in the second half of April, with the appearance of the first yellow dandelion flowers, lasts a couple of weeks, often coincides with a period of high activity and breeding of vipers. The peak activity of pike, when it simply “jumps out of the water”, is several days. A popular sign of spring activity of pikes is the blooming of birch catkins - but nothing worked out for me with this sign :).
In summer, pike activity is much lower, however, if you manage to find an overgrown reservoir with clean, spring water, then you can get a lot of pleasure from fishing with poppers, spinnerbaits, and bassbaits throughout the hot period.
Where to catch pike.
The places where you can catch pike are quite varied. But I will try to focus on places for beginners, places that do not require special gear and bait.
Spring - go to the canals connecting to the Don, you can read more in the article “Catching pike on a canal with a spinning rod in spring”
Summer - overgrown reservoirs with clean, spring water.
Autumn. The most interesting are small rivers with a calm flow, shallow depth, and an abundance of small fish, coastal vegetation and algae. A photo of a typical “initial” pike river on a typical autumn pike day is shown below.
Fishing takes place in the coastal zone, at a depth of 0.5 to 1-1.5 m. The most interesting zone here is the border between clear water and duckweed washed ashore. As a rule, the pike is located directly below it. Border of clean water and algae. Areas along the walls of the reeds, provided that the depth is at least half a meter starting almost immediately from the reeds.
When fishing, pay attention to underwater valisneria bushes, especially those located in an area with a bottom sloping towards the riverbed. Placing the bait near them, between them, or, if the depth allows, directly above them often produces results.
Sometimes the smallest pike stands right in the reeds in “bays” 10x10 cm and up to 10 cm deep, it is usually visible, and attacks with a very accurate hit under the nose.
To begin with, I can recommend the Aksai River in the area of the villages of Bolshoi Log, Pchelovodny, Aleksandrovka.
The second autumn option is the channels between the islands and the shore on the Don River, especially their coastal zone on the side of the island, the depth in this zone is approximately 0.5-2 meters, with a gradual increase towards the channel. For example, the shores of Green Island.
If you decide to go to the Don, be prepared for the fact that you can walk more than one kilometer before you find a pike. And, unless you know the area exactly and have a lead, Don is not the best place to start.
A characteristic feature of a pike place can be fishermen with spinning rods, with a “dead fish” attached to them, small fish on the shore - they usually fish with fishing rods with large floats and have a container for fry nearby, small fish on the water - fishermen on rubber boats freely drifting along pond with small fishing rods. In a place where small fish are found on boats, as a rule, jig fishing will bring success.
Lures
Pike baits are extremely varied. Spoons, rotating and oscillating, wobblers, poppers, jig baits (silicone), jerk. Most of them require certain qualities from the spinning rod and reel.
To start catching pike, I consider it optimal to use spinners - they are quite versatile, do not require special properties from a spinning rod, line and reel, are inexpensive, and do not require special skills for fishing. In second place I would put oscillating spoons, silicone.
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A backup option is vibrators and silicone.
Oscillating spoons 4-7 cm long, because... I describe fishing at shallow depths, then I advise you to take light ones, weighing up to 10 - 15 grams. I prefer daiwa crusader 7 g, or cuusamo professor non-snagging, or rapala minnow spoon 5-7 cm. If you need to fish a deeper area, you should pay attention to spoons from Abu Garcia (I love this company) - Atom, flamingo, pike, interesting The Pike spinner (pike) does not go deep when cast evenly, it catches pike from 0.5 kg, flamingos are not produced now, but the spinner is magnificent.
Typical summer baits are a bassbait (at the top of the photo), a spinnerbait - they can be carried out evenly, the bassbait should go along the surface, creating splashes, but you can also lead it in the water column, the spinnerbait is more often carried out in the water column. Read more about the use of bassbaits, spinnerbaits and poppers in the article about summer pike fishing.
A special selection of lures for pike fishing are jerky lures that specialize specifically in pike fishing. Read about jerk fishing as a special type of pike hunting in this article.
Spinning rods.
Coil.
You shouldn’t chase too much for the number of bearings; 2-3 are enough to start with. An endless screw is needed primarily for jerk fishing with wobblers; such a reel should be purchased in the process of mastering wobbler fishing and when specializing specifically in wobblers. For jigs and spinners, you don't need an endless spinner.
If we talk about better quality infinity reels, then, in addition to the well-known and well-known Shimano and Daiwa, I advise you to pay attention to the SPRO BlueArc and blakc arc reels
I would recommend PowerPro 0.15. Universal, inexpensive. The length is at least 150 yards, 90 yards in the process of drops will quickly end.
It is possible to use low-stretch monofilament 0.22-0.25, I prefer Suffix; I would prefer braided line to more expensive Shimano monofilaments.
For spinners and jigs, any normal quality leash is suitable, with the exception of fishing with a twister without a load and a Carolina rig - here you need a lighter leash about 10 cm long. Personally, I prefer carabiners and leashes with a breaking load of at least 20 kg, because in fact, they often break much earlier.
Searching the area.
Wiring a twister on an offset machine is similar to wiring an oscillating spoon, except that it is done superficially and you should not try to lower it to the bottom.
The concepts of reeling slowly and quickly are quite relative - but if you catch a pike, remember the rate of rotation of the reel - try to continue to use it, perhaps here and now the pike needs exactly this rate.
Wiring during summer fishing with bassbaits and spinnerbaits consists of guiding them evenly on one side along the border with vegetation, through it, on the other hand, when the depth at the fishing spot is 1-1.5 meters and there is a continuous carpet of algae on the bottom from the space of free water above them, 30-50 cm, you need to place the bait just above the algae, the pike attacks the bait rising from below. However, more details about summer pike fishing, including with poppers, will be written in the corresponding article.
So the season and place are determined, there is gear and bait, what else? You also need comfort and convenience.
Be sure to take a clamp or pliers with you - pulling the hook out of the pike's mouth is not always safe for your fingers.
It is worth considering purchasing wading boots; they will help keep your feet dry, your shoes clean, and allow you to go into the water and cast reeds or seaweed along the walls. All rubber ones are heavy and uncomfortable, I prefer boots with a soft PVC top, the lightest and most comfortable boots from ROKS.
By the way, it is advisable to catch bait for pike in the same body of water. The ideal option would be perch, and a good bait for it would be regular dough.
In winter and early spring, it is recommended to use a smaller diameter line, as the prey is inactive and will not offer much resistance. With the onset of warming, in summer and especially in autumn, the situation changes. The pike becomes hungry, its manners are too aggressive. Therefore, to catch it, you need to take a strong cord with a large diameter.
At depth it is better to use braids with the smallest diameter, but taking into account the weight of the intended prey. This will make the cord sink easier and wiring will be easier. This thread is relevant in clear water conditions.
The large diameter of the braid is useful when fishing in areas with dense vegetation or behind snags. This is due to the fact that such equipment is easier to pull out of the water if it gets snagged. An advantage in such conditions will be the use of hooks that are capable of unbending when hooked and under high load.
The diameter of the braid for spinning depends on the following parameters:
The braid diameter indicated by the manufacturer on the spool is a very approximate value that may not correspond to the real one at all. After all, the same fishing line, even from premium brands, does not have a uniform thickness. The diameter of the braided cord is not a constant value along the entire length of the fishing line, but the value indicated on the spool is the average value of the diameter of the fishing line.
The problem also lies in the fact that it is almost impossible to accurately measure the diameter of the braid, and each cord manufacturer uses its own method for calculating it, based on the ratio of the mass of the material and other parameters of the multifilament fishing line.
What diameter of braid to choose...
What does the question mean: “what diameter of braid to choose” if it is not specified for what?
It means absolutely nothing without clarifying the parameters of the gear and fishing method. Moreover, if we talk about braid for spinning rods, for example, then the diameter of the braid can also fluctuate over a wide range. For spinning, ultralight is thin, delicate cords; for jig-spinning, it is much stronger, depending on the weight range of the baits used. What braid diameter should I choose in each specific case? Let's look at this in more detail, but first, a few facts about braid.
What you need to know about braided fishing line:
Everything described below is a recommendation; the diameter of the braid is within reasonable limits and may differ from those indicated in each individual case.
Diameter of braid for spinning
What diameter of braid should I choose for spinning? You can rant endlessly on this topic, saying that not everything is so simple here and “blah blah blah,” but we will try to be more specific.
The diameter of the braid for spinning depends on the following parameters:
- test your spinning rod and reel class;
- weight of the baits used.
- the size of the expected fish you are going to catch;
When it comes to choosing a braided fishing line for spinning, you should keep in mind that it is two or more times stronger than regular fishing line. Therefore, if you used monofilament with a diameter of 0.3 mm, you should choose a braid with a thickness of no more than 0.15 mm. You will be surprised how far your bait will fly.
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“What kind of braid for pike,” is what they often ask in stores.
Braid for pike? Are you seriously? Okay, let's once again draw an analogy with a regular fishing line. If you previously caught pike up to 3-5 kg and monofilament with a diameter of 0.3 mm was enough for you, then braid with a thickness of 0.08 - 0.1 mm can hold this weight. Braid with a diameter of only 0.1 mm will definitely suit pike up to 5 kilograms.
Thicker braid will be able to withstand more, but with thickness the casting distance decreases and when hooked it is very difficult to break. You should also not get carried away with excessive thinning, since the thinner the braid, the faster it wears out and the less service it has. A compromise needs to be found here.
For catching pike up to 5 kg, braid with a wide range of diameters is suitable - from 0.06 mm and thicker. For light baits and ultralight spinning rods we use up to 0.08 mm, for a medium-weight jig, braid up to 0.14 mm is suitable, for a heavy jig spinning rod you should choose from 0.14 to 0.18 mm. So we figured out what kind of braiding is needed for pike.
Conclusion: the diameter of a suitable braid for spinning is no longer tied to the type and size of the fish, but to the power of the rod and the weight of the baits used. No matter what you will catch - perch, pike, pike perch or other fish, it is important that the braided cord matches the power of the tackle as a whole (spinning rod + reel + bait).
Braided lines from different manufacturers can differ significantly in breaking load for the same diameter, so this also needs to be taken into account.
Diameter of braid for feeder
Everything that we said about braided line for spinning is generally true when choosing a braided line for feeder gear. Only instead of the power of spinning rods, you should take into account the power of the feeder gear and the weight of the feeders used. Many parameters of braided fishing line that are important in a spinning rod are not taken into account for the feeder.
The main thing is that the fishing line can withstand the critical load that occurs when casting the feeder.
To throw a feeder weighing 100 grams over 50-60 meters, the peak load for the cord is no more than 5 kg, and for a 150 gram load - no more than 7 kg. These are approximate figures that you can use as a guide when choosing a cord based on the test breaking load.
General recommendations for choosing braid for a feeder:
- For fishing without current with feeders up to 30 grams, a cord with a diameter of 0.05 mm with a shock leader is suitable.
- For fishing in the current with feeders up to 150 grams - braid with a diameter of 0.17 mm.
However, braided cord still has more advantages, which makes it indispensable when catching predators: catfish, pike perch, pike and carp on the Lower Volga, where quite often you come across specimens, the landing of which requires not only the skill and endurance of the fisherman himself, but also the maximum high quality and very durable gear.
However, braided cord still has more advantages, which makes it indispensable when catching predators: catfish, pike perch, pike and carp on the Lower Volga, where quite often you come across specimens, the landing of which requires not only the skill and endurance of the fisherman himself, but also the maximum high quality and very durable gear.
Tip 3. When moving in water, a braided cord is “afraid” of damage from hard objects such as stones at the bottom, sharp edges of shells and dense coarse sandy soil. When rubbing against such obstacles, the braid becomes “ruffled,” that is, the surface fibers begin to break off, which quickly leads to a significant loss of strength. In such a situation, it is better to immediately switch to monofilament, which should be on a spare replacement spool for the reel in the pocket of every serious angler.
Tip 4 . When spinning fishing for predators using artificial bait in overgrown eriks, snags, as well as when fishing with a donk in areas with a clogged bottom, a braided cord will help save the tackle from breaking. With its great strength, it allows you to literally tear out a shrunken spinner or wobbler from the thickets.
Tip 5. When fishing with a braided line in winter or in the off-season at sub-zero temperatures, the most frayed sections of the line, absorbing water, begin to freeze and become covered with ice, which interferes with casting the tackle. In such situations, it is better, of course, to use monofilament fishing line, but if it turns out that it is not on the spare spool, you will have to remove part of the cord that has been worn on the edges of the ice floes and the edges around the ice holes. This way you can continue fishing.
If you are using braid rather than monofilament line, which is more appropriate for a spinning rod, you can try a knotless fastener for braid. This is a small fishing element that allows you not to tie any knots and very firmly attach baits to the braid.
For what purposes can braids be used?
Braid is a strong and reliable fishing line consisting of several threads. It can be used for the following purposes:
- Long-distance casting support;
- Low windage rates when fishing in windy weather;
- Increasing the level of bait sensitivity;
- Provides the best visibility in the water for some types of fishing;
- Prevents stretching during sharp hooking;
- Duration of service life.
One of the main advantages of braided fishing line for fishermen is its simplicity and long-term storage. It can be bought in reserve and stored for five years. After which it will not lose its characteristics. Moreover, when wound on a drum, it will still retain its shape. The braid includes the following components:
- Weaving from several layers;
- A substance that prevents rapid wear of gear;
- Impregnation used to improve the slip of fishing line in water;
- Impregnation from harmful sun exposure.
How to deal with the disadvantages of braided cord
There is only one way to combat the price, and that is not to buy long-sized braided cord. For most reservoirs, the working length of the thread will be 30-70 meters, so it is most profitable to buy it 100 meters long and, when winding the reel onto the spool, compensate with a cheap monofilament, winding it under the braided thread.
The property of the lack of stretchability of the braid can be used at long and close distances, as it makes it possible to instantly feel the bite of a predator and understand its behavior, but if the reel is incorrectly configured, a sharp bite from a large predator can lead to breakage of the rod, since there will be no compensation for the blow when biting . Therefore, you need to learn how to set up and use the reel brake.
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Additionally, the lack of stretchability gives a feeling of the weight of the bait on the spinning rod, which increases the reaction in the movement of the bait when retrieving it and manipulating the tip of the rod and spoils the game of the bait, take this property into account, perhaps this is the reason for failures when fishing with a spinning rod.
Almost all braids float on the surface of the water, and this probably scares the fish, since they can see it, but this is a fact that has not been proven by anyone. In this situation, the use of fluorocarbon leashes 1 to 2 meters long helps.
In shallow water, leashes up to a meter long are used, at depths or when using heavy baits up to 2 meters.
The diameter of the fishing line for the leash should be selected based on the breaking load; it should be greater than the breaking load of the cord, but not more than twice.
Rules for choosing braid for a spinning fishing rod
Every fisherman who is a fan of spinning rods should remember that to choose one universal cord for fishing. Sometimes even experienced fishermen have difficulty choosing the right option. And for beginners it is even difficult to figure out which braided cords to choose. This happens for the reason that today there is no unified classification of fishing lines . And manufacturers cannot make the process of making cords more streamlined. As a result, numerous options are presented on store shelves, among which it is difficult for buyers to choose the ones suitable for their spinning rods .
When purchasing, it is recommended to pay attention to fishing conditions. This will allow you to determine the approximate parameters of what type of fishing line may be required.
braided cord options on the market. They may differ from each other by standard characteristics:
- Diameter;
- Length of skein in reel;
- Color.
You can choose according to various criteria.
Selection by weaving type
Cord weaving can be classic or multi-filament. In the first option, several polyethylene fibers with identical diameters . The tackle may include 16 such threads. As a result of their interweaving, a strong structure is obtained that practically does not stretch. The cut of such a braided line is not even. For this reason, it does not have a long service life. It wears out quite quickly during use. The thread begins to fray, then delamination and loss of reliability.
This version of braided fishing line will be an excellent solution for a novice fisherman. Due to its short service life, it does not have a high cost, and will be affordable for any beginning fisherman.
The multi-filament cord has the same production principle as its predecessor. It also consists of a large number of polyethylene fibers. But at the same time, it has an important difference, which is that the threads in the product are not intertwined, but glued together. Some manufacturers use pressing techniques for production. For gluing, a special adhesive composition is used, thanks to which the product acquires high strength. This adhesive layer prevents abrasion of the product. The composition of the glue varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. There is no universal substance that glues the fibers fishing cords All companies keep the composition of the glue used secret. And the strength and reliability of the gear depends on it. As a result of gluing fibers, durable products with perfectly even cuts are obtained. The service life of such gear is longer, but the cost is also higher than that of products with classic weaving.
Multi-filament cords are soft and have a long service life. When this braid is used while fishing, it is an excellent assistant when casting over long distances. During long-term use of such a product, it loses its qualities. Its structure becomes more flattened. As soon as it becomes completely flat, it is recommended to replace it.
How to choose a braided cord
By number of cores
- 4-core - should be used in shallow water, in places overgrown with snags, with a lot of stones and shells. It resists cuts better.
- 8-core - suitable for fishing from the surface of the water, at depths and in places where there is a minimal probability of a cut. Also, due to thinner and more flexible fibers and a neat shape, the 8-core cord passes through the rod rings without resistance, which allows for longer casting.
- 16-core is quite expensive, but it is stronger and has the lowest friction force, which allows for long casts. But it cuts easily when stretched.
By color
The color of the braid should be chosen based on the type of fish you are catching and where it lives. If you are fishing from the bottom, then the line should not be visible from above, and vice versa, if from the surface, then it should not be visible from below. Consider water clarity and sky conditions. You can read more about the choice in the article: Does the fish see the fishing line, and what does this affect?
Multi-color lines are more often used in sea fishing or trolling fishing. They can be successfully used in jig fishing. The presence of a multi-colored color allows you to estimate the distance or depth to which the bait is thrown or lowered. In other cases, this does not provide any advantages.
By time of year
Braids can be used for both summer and winter fishing. But compared to monofilaments, braids are more prone to icing, as they absorb water between the wires, which makes their use problematic. This problem can be partially eliminated by using 4-core cords.
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By price and manufacturer
Original braided cord from well-known manufacturers is usually always of good and stable quality. Therefore, you can choose what suits you in terms of price and brand.
The most popular and high-quality brands:
- PowerPro;
- Sufix;
- Spiderwire;
- Berkley.
Today, the Chinese industry also offers a large assortment of braided cords; these braids are cheap, but their quality is not stable and very often their stated characteristics do not correspond to reality, however, it happens that high-quality specimens and brands also come across.
Selection by thickness
The diameter of braided tackle for a spinning rod is not an exact measurement. Its indicators may have errors, which some manufacturers indicate on the packaging in the product characteristics. In any case, companies usually indicate only an approximate value, which may differ from the actual one, but not by much. The market offers products a diameter ranging from 0.06 to 0.8 millimeters. In order to check the accuracy of the thickness indicator on the marking, you can use a special device for measuring diameter. To obtain more accurate indicators during measurement, it is recommended to apply to the product the load that is maximum for it, according to the manufacturer.
It should be noted that thickness is an important indicator. It is this that determines the quality of the braid . And during intensive use, you should be aware that the fishing line will change its diameter and become more and more flat.
Select by color
Fans of spin fishing have been debating for many years over how important the shade of braid . Some anglers believe that fishing becomes more effective when the color of the fishing line matches the shade of the water. There is also a group of fishermen who are confident that different colors of this type of gear are used more for comfort. The bright colors make it easier to keep track of which direction the bait is moving. But no matter what angle fishermen have on the shade of fishing line, the modern market offers a huge number of options in a variety of colors.
Braids are presented in the following tint solutions:
- Black;
- White;
- Exotic rich, almost acidic.
Braids today are becoming more and more colorful. At the same time, many fishermen are convinced that the brighter the color, the less durable it is. However, this is a huge misconception. Thanks to the use of modern dyeing methods by manufacturers, even after applying a chemical coloring composition to the fishing line , it does not lose its reliability. And it is also worth noting that over time, after intensive use of the braided line of the brightest acidic shades, it loses its color and becomes, like any other type of fishing line, gray and dirty.
Premium spinning braids
Today there are not many models in the premium segment market. Therefore, it is worth considering those that are rightfully considered the best today.
VARIVAS AVANI SEA BASS PE SENSITIVE FULLCAST (200 M)
Excellent professional fishing line from Japan. The yellow color makes it easy to visualize in water. However, this prevents fishing for some fish. Suitable for catching predators only. Can be used for long casts, as the line passes perfectly through the guides without making unnecessary sounds. Sensitivity is good. There is a special coating that increases the strength of the braid.
VARIVAS AVANI SEA BASS PE SENSITIVE FULLCAST (200 M)
Characteristics:
- 8 cores;
- diameter 0.1 – 0.36 mm;
- length 200 meters;
- made in Japan;
- yellow.
pros
- high quality;
- use of modern technologies in production;
- high-quality impregnation;
- perfect glide;
- does not break under high load.
Minuses
- high price;
- Suitable only for predatory fish.
VARIVAS AVANI SEA BASS PE SENSITIVE FULLCAST (200 M)
DUEL PE SUPER X-WIRE 8 (150 M)
High-quality fishing line made of high-strength Dyneema polymers. It uses impregnation, which remains on the braid for a long time. This significantly reduces the wear resistance of the product. Eight threads provide good strength, and their weaving under high pressure significantly reduces the diameter of the fishing line. It turns out round and smooth. Many professional fishermen choose this model.
DUEL PE SUPER X-WIRE 8 (150 M)
Characteristics:
- 8 cores;
- diameter 0.1 – 0.32 mm;
- length 150 meters;
- made in Japan;
- green color.
pros
- famous manufacturer;
- good quality;
- Dyneema polymers are used;
- the fishing line passes well through the rings and does not get tangled;
- long service life.
Minuses
- high price.
DUEL PE SUPER X-WIRE 8 (150 M)
SUFIX 832 BRAID (135 M)
This model can be used for two seasons because it is made from high-quality polymers. The line does not tangle and can withstand heavy loads. Thus, the user saves in the long run if he decides to immediately pay a high price for a good product.
SUFIX 832 BRAID (135 M)
Characteristics:
- 8 cores;
- diameter 0.1 – 0.3 mm;
- length 135 meters;
- made in Taiwan;
- green color.
pros
- excellent quality;
- suitable for all types of fishing;
- universal color for Russian reservoirs;
- acceptable price;
- enough for up to two seasons.
Minuses
- not identified.
SUFIX 832 BRAID (135 M)
Selection by number of plexuses
The strength of the cord depends on the number of weaves. It is calculated based on the number of fiber weaves per centimeter. If the product description indicates approximately 5-6 plexuses, then such a product can support fish weighing up to 5 kilograms. fishing line can be used for trophy fishing.
Stronger and more expensive products have at least 8 plexuses. They are more durable and can withstand no more than 10 kilograms. With such a line it is quite possible to go catching such serious fish as pike.
braided line options . The number of weaves in them is at least 12 per centimeter. With this gear you can go fishing to catch fish weighing up to 20 kilograms. It could even be a catfish.
