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skeetbum
I have many rods that I carry, and a couple have mono in 2 and 4 lb. Some of the tougher conditions demand it for the abrasion. The rest have braid with all of mine being domestic. Like Alphahawk, I tried the Nanofil and fell in love with its casting. Yes, I have to use a leader and it parts at the most in opportune times, but I’ve also landed some large fish on it that I don’t think I should have. I believe it’s termed not fused, or maybe not coated. Whatever it is, it’s a love/hate relationship. I can shoot a tiny jig a long way under a tree that’s adorned with other peoples lures and get the fish that lie beneath. It takes a dedication to try it for a given period, longer than usual, to see if you like it. And it isn’t for everyone.
The others are Sufix Nanobraid and fireline crystal, bot in 2 or 3 lb. Neither cast like Nanofil but they are much tougher in trashy areas. My favorite 1/43 is noticeably too light for the two lb of either, but I’d like to try the one pound Jack spoke of. One thing I haven’t heard anyone mention is the wind. These little lines will have you making up new bad words in windy conditions, the Nanofil being the worst. It has more sail area than the fused or coated lines which behave noticeably better, but still have a mind of their own at times. I tried some nylon line that had more stretch and softened the bites leaving the most subtle undetectable. The casting was better than mono but it got put aside. I’ve never tried a copolymer so I have no comment. The common voice stating that braid isn’t for everyone e is very true, and I get frustrated with it sometimes. One day I’ll get off my wallet and try some of the Japanese PE but until then…….
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