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Which Fishing Line Is Best? Braid vs Monofilament vs Fluorocarbon

Find out which fishing line you should use for different techniques! Do you know there are tricks to make your fishing even easier? Let’s start simple for beginner anglers then dive in deep for advanced anglers. We’re covering all the different lines and explaining the advantages of each for different techniques.

Each style of line has benefits. Monofilament is inexpensive, strong, and easy to use. Fluorocarbon has incredible abrasion resistance and is incredibly clear. Braided line provides power in an incredibly thin package. While all of these lines have amazing benefits, they also provide challenges that need to be overcome.

Understanding which line to throw for different techniques will improve your overall fishing experience. There is no perfect line for EVERY situation but there are some options that are great for MOST situations. The majority of break offs, foul ups, and backlashes are a direct result of mistakes in line selection. Below are some of our favorite lines for different techniques.

Monofilament…
Basic- Berkley Big Game: https://bit.ly/3361fGi
Quality- Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
Finesse- Sunline Super Natural Monofilament: https://bit.ly/3f9CZ8q

Fluorocarbon…
Basic- Seaguar Red Label: http://bit.ly/2LOVEwA
Quality- Sunline Assassin: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
Finesse- Sunline Sniper: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Braided…
Basic- Power Pro Spectra: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
Quality- Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Finesse- Sunline SX1: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ

Specialty Lines…
Leader- Sunline FC-100 System Leader: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB
Cranking- Sunline Crank FC: https://bit.ly/3fohguC
Heavy Cover- Seaguar AbrazX: http://bit.ly/2aaBBDX
Weightless Techniques- Sunline SX1 High Vis: http://bit.ly/2FngUkQ
Frog/Flip- Sunline SX2 Moss Green: http://bit.ly/31u57xA

Accessories…
Plano Spool Box: https://bit.ly/30VngVs
Plano Leader Box: https://bit.ly/2CX249A

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Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
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Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

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5 Knots You Need To Know! Best Fishing Knots Made Easy!

Learn a couple of these easy knots and you’ll be able to catch fish anywhere in the world! We choose our knots based on ease of tying and consistent results. You don’t need special tools and you don’t need to use your knees and toes to help tie them. These knots are EASY!

Today Tim is showing the 5 knots we use for all of our fishing. The 3 “Line-To-Lure” knots are the San Diego Jam knot, Palomar Knot, and Uni Knot. The two “Line-To-Line” (leader) knots are the Double Uni Knot and the Double Blood Knot.

Every time “knots” come up everyone seems to have an opinion. Some people insist on tying incredibly complex knots. Others prefer knots that require special tools. Some anglers just tie whatever knot their grandpa taught them because it works… most of the time. We choose our knots based on a handful of variables. The knot must be easy to tie on the water and can’t take an excessive amount of time. It must work with a variety of lines and line sizes. And most important, you must be able to visibly verify that it is tied correctly.

Now that you know the knots to tie, let’s talk about line. There are different lines for different purposes. Below is a breakdown of all our favorite fishing lines for different circumstances. The links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each line.

Braided Lines… We use these lines for the vast majority of our fishing. Braided line is incredibly strong, has very little stretch, and is very thin. The downside of braid is that its highly visible in the water. For power fishing techniques like frogging, topwater, flipping, etc braid is amazing! It gives you incredible power to set the hook hard and drag the fish away from cover. In these situations its okay to tie the braided line direct to your lure. If you’re fishing slower or in clearer water you’ll want to add a monofilament or fluorocarbon leader to reduce visibility.

-Favorite Braid (Ultra Thin)- Power Pro Maxcuatro: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
-Budget Braid- Power Pro Original: http://bit.ly/2aFg46b
-Finesse Braid (Spinning Rods)- Sunline SX-1: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
-Smooth Braid- Sufix 832: http://bit.ly/2ae93Ji

Fluorocarbon Lines… Fluorocarbon is the best of both worlds between braid and mono. It has good sensitivity, strength, and is virtually invisible in the water. Its a great stand alone line for all fishing applications (except for topwater because it tends to sink) but it truly shines as a finesse line. It can be used as a main line or as a leader (Sniper for finesse leader, FC100 for power fishing leader).

-Finesse Applications- Sunline Sniper FC: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju
-Power Applications- Sunline Assassin FC: http://bit.ly/2h4LNjm
-Leader Material- Sunline FC100 System Leader: http://bit.ly/2O4UElB

Monofilament… Mono is what most anglers start with. Its incredibly forgiving, has a lot of stretch, is very strong, and its relatively cheap. Traditionally monofilament shines for topwater and crankbaits where stretch is a plus. Over the years we have shifted to braided line and currently only use monofilament as a leader material.

Favorite Mono- Maxima Ultragreen: http://bit.ly/2ae97J9
Budget Mono- Berkley Big Game: http://bit.ly/2vZGjSb

Line Size Recommendations By Technique…

Dropshot- 10 lb Braid or 6 lb Fluorocarbon
Crankbait- 12-17 lb Fluorocarbon or 30 lb Braid
Topwater- 40 lb Braid or 15 lb Mono
Frog- 65 lb Braid
Jig- 50 lb Braid, 15-20 lb Fluorocarbon, 15-20 lb Mono Leader
Ned Rig- 8 lb Braid or 6 lb Fluorocarbon
Senko- 30 lb Braid, 10-15 lb Mono leader, 12 lb fluorocarbon
Shakey Head- 20 lb Braid, 10-12 lb fluorocarbon, 10 lb mono leader
Spnnerbait/Chatterbait- 15-20 lb fluorocarbon, 40-50 lb Braid
Big Swimbait- 80 lb braid, 25-35 lb mono or fluorocarbon leader

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Equipment We Recommend…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

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Bass Fishing: Finesse Tips For Fishing Crystal Clear Water!

Struggling to catch bass in crystal clear water? Come along with Tim for a day of clear water bass fishing. He shows the finesse baits he’s using and explains how he downsizes line to adapt to the water conditions. Pay close attention to his color selections and bait sizes as he lures fish into biting despite the tough conditions.

Tim’s first trick to catch clear water fish was to focus on shade pockets. Often the “last shade” in an area will have an active group of fish long after sunny areas have stopped biting. He used a ghost colored S-Waver then dropped down to a finesse head and smaller keitech to coax the bites.

Once the last shade faded away he turned his attention to fishing the “color line” along the shore where light penetration is limited by depth. The color line is an amazing place to find active fish under bright sunny conditions. Finally, after not getting the results he hoped for Tim moved ultra shallow into cover in search of afternoon bass in shady pockets near brush. Today he found those fish spawning but could have caught them a variety of ways under normal circumstances.

Below is a breakdown of the baits and equipment he used throughout the day. In addition to the exact baits we’ve included additional color recommendations that work great in clear water. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can find detailed pictures and descriptions of each item.

Glide Bait…
-R2S S-Waver 168 (TW Phantom Trout): http://bit.ly/2aiu8Sh

Paddle Tail Swimbaits…
-Keitech Fat Swing Impact 3.8″ (Sun Gill): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Keitech Fat Swing Impact 4.3″ (Electric Shad): http://bit.ly/2ab7s8v
-Tactical Finesse Head 3/8 oz (Naked Shad): http://bit.ly/2Pqrq3n
Other Great Colors: Crystal Shad, Goby, TW Pro Blue

Dropshot…
-Reaction Innovations Flirt Worm 4.95 (Morning Dawn): http://bit.ly/2CMB33J
Other Great Colors: Infection, Spring Break, Bad Shad Green
-Owner Mosquito Light Size 1 Hook: http://bit.ly/2zQVKx3
-Tungsten “Tie On” Dropshot 1/4 oz: http://bit.ly/2YAoMuv

Jig…
-Keitech Tungsten Football Jig 3/8 oz (Brown/Purple): http://bit.ly/2FDQ3o1
Other Great Colors: Green Pumpkin Blue, Green Pumpkin Chartreuse
-Z Man Finesse TRD CrawZ Trailer (Green Pumpkin): http://bit.ly/2U9vx6P

Keitech Combo…
Rod- G Loomis GLX 853C JWR: http://bit.ly/2gqziwT
Reel- Shimano Metanium (Updated Metanium Linked) XG: https://bit.ly/34HlAAk
Line- Sunline Sniper 12 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Dropshot Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 822S DSR: http://bit.ly/2dX9zjv
Reel- Shimano Exsence 3000: http://bit.ly/2iMtscV
Line- Sunline SX1 Braid 12 lb: http://bit.ly/2tn8EzQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper 6 lb Fluorocarbon: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

Jig Combo…
Rod- G Loomis NRX 852C JWR: http://bit.ly/2hedqsq
Reel- Shimano Aldebaran MGL HG: http://bit.ly/2uQ4oH8
Line- Power Pro Maxcuatro 30 lb Braid: http://bit.ly/2clBRiQ
Leader- Sunline Sniper Fluorocarbon 10 lb: http://bit.ly/2p7fxju

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What we wear…

Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
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Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
Reaper Hoodie (Hoodie with Warm Face Cover built in): http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
Horizon Sweater (Water resistant, great for layering): http://bit.ly/2gTC1oB
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Equipment We Recommend…

Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

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Favorite Wire Cutters: http://bit.ly/2soB34k
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: http://bit.ly/2FNdnQr
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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Fishing Gear – How A Fishing Reel Works

When you’re spending a day at the ocean and you love to fish, why not mix the two of them in 1 outing? Fishing from the seaside is only various in scope from river or lake fishing as every thing in the gulf or ocean is bigger. Beach fishing, or surf fishing, isn’t much different from the lake because you aren’t too far from shore.

The body and spool are produced of a new Nano Shield technology that utilizes supplies that are supposedly stronger and much more tough, yet very light excess weight. Weight is a big issue with saltwater ptrmium fishing reels, generally because wrist and forearm fatigue can occur faster out at sea when reeling in large and powerful fish. The lighter the reel, the much better.

Well here’s the story. One day after fishing each nesting area, sand bar and gravel financial institution I understood. With absolutely no luck at all. I realized the spawn experienced finished or at minimum slowed down. But I ongoing to appear in the shallows for energetic spawning bass. I was about ready to give up when I noticed a couple of stumps in just below the surface in slightly further water. In the clear drinking water I could see small shad or newly hatched bass remain close to the top of them. So I grabbed a fishing rod with a crank bait on it. And began throwing about and even more than the stumps, trying not to get hung up.

Have seasickness medication – Absolutely nothing can damage your fishing better than seasickness, so be ready and have proper medication on hand. Even experienced fishermen use them on rougher times. It is recommended to consider 1 before you go to bed, a second 1 as you wake up and a final one just before you board.

Growing up in Florida and prone to the outdoors, I have spent many a day and evening in the pursuit of fish, fowl and game. 1 of the most distinctive ways to appreciate the outdoors on the water without rod and reel is to bow fish. Bow hunting is usually done at night. But these who bow fish are a few and valiant set of sportsmen and ladies. The first factor you should know is what fish you can take with an arrow.

Although you may think that one rod is sufficient you will find that you do start to struggle with this as soon as you get more experienced. There are numerous various situations which will call for the use of different types of fishing rods and reels. You should attempt to by a couple of different rods to give you choices when out fishing. Experienced fisherman will often have up to 5 or six different rods and this will allow them to capture much more fish. There are several different rods reels combinations which you can try.

Spinning reels had been in use in North The united states in the 1870s. Created for the use of flies for trout or salmon fishing. Mitchell Reel Business introduced the first contemporary industrial spinning reel in 1948. The Mitchell 300 was developed with the face of the spool ahead in a set place beneath the rod. A line pickup was used to retrieve line; an anti-reverse lever prevented the crank deal with from turning when a fish is pulling line from the spool. Most spinning reels function very best with a limp versatile fishing line.

If the spine of your fishing outfit is the fishing rod, the reel is then its coronary heart. Grant your fly fishing reels the worth they certainly are deserving of this winter season. If needed, go more than your reels two to three occasions. It is essential to thoroughly clean out any dirt utilizing an old rag or a piece of fabric. This will keep your fishing reels totally free from rotating and also make sure precise throwing year round. Just be certain to use a great deal of care when using reels aside and pay interest to which items go exactly where. Alter out your line for you to prevent future heartbreak. Don’t risk your opportunity of catching a trophy fish by using old, worn-out, weathered line. If you stow your reel between journeys, it is intelligent to loosen the drag to reduce stress on the line and the drag washers.

My favorite factor about them is they cast very much. I keep in mind when I was young watching my father solid what seemed like a mile with these reels. They are a great live bait reel because of this extraordinary casting capability. You can throw a small anchovy correct where you need it, even if its much from the boat.

You get extreme cranking energy from the extremely-strong gearing and this is matched by 1 of the strongest, smoothest drags in the company. On top of that Daiwa have created a reel that is fully washable for saltwater use. With the addition of a duct beneath the reel, drinking water can pass via with out creating any damage. This indicates lower maintenance and a longer life. Its what you want to listen to when you are parting with a large chunk of cash to buy a leading performing reel. Corrosion is probably arch enemy quantity 1 for fishing reels.

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