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This subject comes up every now and then. I learn something every time. I use conventional reels only and have settled on braid. The first line I ever used was linen and if I remember correctly it was made by Assinippi line. Used on a squidder, it would out cast any line at the time. Mono was introduced, but was a bear to use as it was stiff and had memory like nothing out today. I like power pro on my 7000 series abu's 65 or 50 lb test. On my 6500 series I use 30 or 40 lb. test. I tried suffix last season and really liked the line, it is soft and smooth, unlike power pro. I used it plugging all last year and the only problem was I found it susceptible to weakening after a backlash. (we all get em!) I lost a good fish due to a break off because of that and I didn't want to stop and check it.
The one thing I do is use a long leader (16 to 20 ft.) of mono. For that leader I use ande back country or any mono that will tie well using a crazy Alberto knot for smooth running through guides etc. Usually after a night of fishing I end up with a 5 or 6 ft leader. The long leader gives me back some degree of stretch allowing a cast without the snap of braid. Especially eeling or using floating plugs.
Great thread guys..............
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