If you’re targeting toothy critters, you’ll often need to work with wire leader. And, this stuff can be tricky. In fact, many anglers simply hate the stuff. If you know how to work with wire, however, […]
Walk the isles of any tackle shop, and you’ll see row after row of braid fishing lines. So, how the heck are you supposed to know which is the best for your needs? Much of the […]
There’s a whole lot of “information” out there on the internet about the difference between line stretch when it comes to braid vs. mono. Line manufacturers put out some info on this topic, too, but whenever […]
No one likes getting tangled, but it’s all part of the fishing game. That said, you can minimize the number of tangles you get, by taking these five simple tips into account. Whenever you’re using a […]
Some people learn how to tie a Fisherman’s Knot (the Improved Clinch) and stop learning right there, while others learn a dozen or more different fishing knots and never stop looking for better ones. While most […]
Any angler who’s been around for a while has spooled up a reel with braid line. And, he or she has undoubtedly also experienced the braid spinning around the spool of the reel. This can be […]
Fluorocarbon Cool-But Pink? On a recent three-day fishing binge in Florida, I was introduced to Yo-Zuri TopKnot fluorocarbon leader. While we were fishing, however, I noticed something a bit odd: the fluoro was pink. Now, everything […]
Which is better, braid or monofilament fishing line? Those of you who fish regularly know that the answer to this question includes a lot of caveats, conditions, and conundrums. In fact, there is no answer. Because […]
The monofilament versus braid fishing line argument will probably rage on for 100 years. In the mean-time, let’s set one thing straight: monofilament has far better abrasion resistance than braid. You’ve probably heard this before, as […]
Okay, I’m going to say it right up front: I think the name Maxcuatro is a little funky. But when PowerPro comes out with a new line I’m paying attention, no matter what the heck they […]