What are your thoughts on P-Line/Flourocarbon vs Mono for general use? I used 4 lb mono for years. I liked it, and I learned its limitations. About 12 years ago, I discovered P-line. Other than for medium action rods for exposed hook type fishing (not crappie) it was my go-to.

Once I started using 8 lb P-line on 1000 series spinning reels, I stuck with it. That stuff is strong, and that’s what I wanted, because I used it for bass more than I did for crappie,

As with most things, it’s a trade off. With P-line, I get strength, abrasion resistance, and sensitivity, but am I getting this at the expense of something else that’s important (action, visibility, or anything else important)?

Are there times (live bait, heavy cover, etc) that P-line would be better than mono for crappie? What about mono, when is mono the better choice?

What lb test do you use, and do you use that all of the time for all rigs?


Just trying to learn everything that I can from the Masters of Crappie....


Jeff