I use braid with a long mono leader on my non levelwind reel. Bring the leader back into the reel if you are using a conventional reel. I use 40 pound power pro with a 30 pound leader allowing a breakoff when I get hung up bouncing the bottom and 65 pound power pro when jigging eelskins or heavy bucktail jigs with a 30 or 40 pound leader. I have never lost a fish due to chafing on the rocks using that setup.
I do use the old standby Ande mono when plugging - I plug with a levelwind reel, cannot plug and watch the lure and concentrate on the plug's action.
I think most fishermen have spent a good amount of money on line trying to find their ideal combo.
Just as an afterthought, I have found the alberto knot to be one of the best for mono leader to braid line. It is a smooth knot and will not hang up on guides or mung when tied properly.
Just my opinion!
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