03-27-08, 04:06 PM | #1 |
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Fantastic Fluoros
Skimming through the new In-Fisherman last night, the article "Fantastic Fluoros" really caught my attention.
In a nutshell, this article summed-up what Bass Addict had to say about his fluorocarbon test which he previoulsy posted. It showed Tackle Tour's, (www.tackletour.com), Pro Staffs'/Scientists' finding when it came to testing fluorocarbon. Most testing consisted of: knot strength, visibility, stress/strain under pressure, and abrasion-resistance. After reading this article cover-to-cover, (or rather page-to-page), I found myself stunned at what I did not know. I was really impressed at how well In-Fisherman documented the prices, advantages/disadvantages, and statistcs of over five or six different lines. Did you know?
I was very excited to learn about all the new lines on the market also. Trilene 100% Fluorocarbon, Stren 100% Fluorocarbon, Yo-Zuri Hybrid, Yo-Zuri Hybrid Ultra-Soft, Toray Super Hard UPGRADE, Sunline Super FC Sniper, P-Line Halo, Yo-Zuri 100% Fluorocarbon H20. All these new lines; all with thier own applications. When you get a chance, pick-up the new In-Fisherman, (April/May 2008, Volume 33/Number 4), and read "Fantastic Fluoros" by Steve Quinn. Source: In-Fisherman, Volume 33/Number 4, April/May, 2008, "Fantastic Fluoros", Page 34-40, written by Steve Quinn. |
03-27-08, 05:26 PM | #2 |
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I plan on reading that article tonight. The articles and the detail they give about each article is what makes In-fisherman one of the best fishing magazines by far!!!! I can honestly say In-fisherman gave me the foundation to my love, interest and knowledge of fishing!
What I like about Floro is its strength, so abrasion resistant, and isn't as seen by fish as well as other lines!!! Hands down my favorite line! Just wish it wasn't expensive! |
03-28-08, 08:46 AM | #3 |
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Haven't read the article, but have been using Vicious 15# Fluoro for about 4 months with no problems. Also found a supplier online that is currently running a Free Shipping Special on all orders. They have 15# 800 yd spools for $24.50 and 550 yd spools for $15.99. Those are the TOTAL price no shipping, no sales tax!
http://www.evercastlures.com/products.asp?cat=28
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03-28-08, 08:49 AM | #4 |
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I was thinkng about rtying Vicious since It's so much cheaper than all the rest of the Fluoros out there.
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03-28-08, 10:28 AM | #5 |
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Personally speaking, I'm not impressed with flourocarbon lines. I do a good share of crappie fishing and where I fish the norm is 80th and 100th oz. jigs. Using 2lb. test line, I find even though the flouro in that strength has a thinner line diameter than most it is still too stiff and tends to coil. It also is very brittle. It may have great tensile strength but abraids extremely easy and I get better feel with a different 2lb test line that has the same line diameter. I've also noticed the same thing with my bass spinning gear in all line sizes from 4 to 10 lb. test, I find a better limper/less memory line that has just a thin of diameter in a different line makeup. As much as flouro cost I personally feel it is vastly overrated.
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03-28-08, 12:25 PM | #6 |
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The one fluorocarbon line that I like the most right now is XPS by BPS. I have tried several different kinds and this is the best for me so far. I'm not paying $24 for a 200 yr. spool of Gamma. I might try Triple Fish fluoro next. It's priced decent and seemed to test fairly well on Tackle Tours tests similar to the XPS. I won't test it in a tourney though. I'll try it at my "test ponds"! See if it holds up against big fish in heavy cover!
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03-28-08, 06:22 PM | #7 |
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I also read the In-Fisherman article. I have to say again that it is by far the best fishing magazine and fishing show out there. The Lindner's show is a close second, but remember, they started In-Fisherman magazine.
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Why not just read it in the store, soak up all the info, and save the money for another lure?
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03-31-08, 11:46 PM | #9 |
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I've been fishing Cabelas brand Fluoro for the past few years. I believe - and I could be very wrong - that it's made by Seaguar. When I can't get to Cabelas, I drop the extra 6 bazillion dollars and pick up the Seaguar; seems to be exactly the same in look, feel, and use.
The new Trilene has caught my eye though...I may have to give that a whirl this year.
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