fishing line?

Question

what kind of fishing line do you use and what strength

Answer 1

I use Trilene mostly. It's pretty affordable and easy to get almost anywhere in the country. As for strength, it depends on what you're fishing for, the lure or bait you're using, and the type of rod you have. I'd say the majority of the time you won't need anything stronger than 6 or 8 lb test. Just think of the size fish you're going to be fishing for. (Most common fish... trout, bass, etc... won't be more than 4-6 lbs unless you're lucky, or really good) Keep in mind that you can catch a heavier fish on a light line, you're just going to have to work at it a little more, tire the fish out, and then net it.

Answer 2

Brad and Hong are the only two answers above that know what they're talking about. I also fish Inshore and use 12lb line 90% of the time. There is no "saltwater Line" and "Freshwater line". Sure if you are going to be fishing for bigger fish you are going to need heavier tackle. As mentioned a 2' florocarbon leader isn't a bad idea either

Answer 3

8 pound Magnathin. I mostly fish for wild trout in the mountains of Virginia. Anything lighter would get broken by a big Brown. Any heavier line would hurt casting and be visible to the fish. I've had Browns and a Brook Trout break my 8 pound Magnathin, but it doesn't happen often, and all but once was my fault. The Brook was about 4 pounds and too quick when it turned...

Answer 4

I use and like PowerPro braid for most applications. If I am Carolina rigging, I use Cajun Red Cast for the leader. I have had no problems with either.

I ran an endurance test on one reel with the PowerPro. I just changed line this season after four seasons of using the PowerPro on that reel. There was no noticeable loss of strength, although the line had discolored some.

I have used just about every line out there (at least the major players) and these are the two I have settled on. At least for now.

Answer 5

I swear by powerpro on my bass/pike setups. I usually use the 30 lb test or the 50lb test on my baitcasters. Its no stretch so i really bury the hook in em. Its tough as nails too. It stands up to punishment from toothy fish which is a big plus for me. For panfish or plastic worm fishing for bass i usually use mono berkley trilene. It was called tournament strength but changed it and i forget offhand what they call it now.

Answer 6

Trilene XL 8 to 14 lb test

And Trilene Big Game for large fish 20 pound test and above

Answer 7

I use monofilament for 90% of my fishing because it has an ability to stretch and is not as prone to hooks pulling out as with using braid. Braid has it's place and I use it exclusively for pitching and flipping jigs and worms into dense cover where abrasion resistance is more important than line visibility. Strength is dependent upon many factors including type cover, hook size, water clarity or technique being used.
8# on spinning reels
14-20# on spinnerbait rods
20-65# on Flipping stick

Answer 8

oh WOW, i Love fishing.

soo, theres a lot of different weight of fishing line to use, it just depends on what type of fish you are going for. I personally like 6 pound, its strong enough for bass fishing and small walleye and pike. Any heavier and you are going for the big fish, 8 pound would be for the hard core walleye fisherman and such. 8 pound line you might need a little bigger reel and pole for also. well, i hope i helped a tad!

Good Luck! catch the big one!

Answer 9

I will use several different weights of line, depending on what I am fishing for. If I am using a braid or one of the "superlines" I will always use a leader of fluorocarbon

Answer 10

I prefer to use an eight# flurocarbon. It is pretty much invisible underwater, and sinks faster. it holds knots well and I have never lost a fish due to line breakage. However it is rather pricey