What monofilament line do you use? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

45user · 01-06-2015, 09:47 PM

i have not read much discussion on fishing lines here. I spool most of my reels with braid and short top shot of flourocarbon and mono. I was wondering What monofilament/flouro do you use? I just use whatever I have at the time, mostly izor xxx or p line (and Seaguar flouro) I was told p line is less stretch than the izor xxx
What mono line has least stretch in your experience?
Thanks for sharing!
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Teambcw · 01-06-2015, 09:57 PM

Izor XXX is by far my favorite. I have tried many different lines and this has always served me well.

Amish Ed · 01-06-2015, 10:24 PM

I've been using P-Line CXX for a long time, but I also like Yozuri Hybrid.

YakDout · 01-07-2015, 04:50 AM

I try to buy the 200 yards of 20-30 pound flouroclear. It's a blend of flouro and mono and works fine. And WAY cheaper. $20 for 200 yards vs 25 yards for 20-25$

45user · 01-07-2015, 10:03 AM

Looks like most of us using either izor xxx or p line cxx
Of these two, which is less stretchy?
Anyone else using other brand?
And do most of you stick with clear mono?
Thanks again for sharing!
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YakDout · 01-07-2015, 10:38 AM

Check this stuff out. I like it better then regular flouro because it's a little softer and doesn't get really dry and stuff like the 100% flouro. And 300 yards of 30lb for $16? Way cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000B...927728-4690167

octico · 01-07-2015, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by YakDout

Check this stuff out. I like it better then regular flouro because it's a little softer and doesn't get really dry and stuff like the 100% flouro. And 300 yards of 30lb for $16? Way cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000B...927728-4690167

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45user · 01-07-2015, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by YakDout

Check this stuff out. I like it better then regular flouro because it's a little softer and doesn't get really dry and stuff like the 100% flouro. And 300 yards of 30lb for $16? Way cheaper.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000B...927728-4690167

Thank you!
That's way cheap compare to Seaguar

YakDout · 01-07-2015, 10:57 AM

Stiff*

45user · 01-07-2015, 11:27 AM

So you all shop these lines from Amazon?

YakDout · 01-07-2015, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 45user

So you all shop these lines from Amazon?

I was just giving you a reference. Usually around the same price in local tackle shop for the same stuff. But a lot of times they won't have the heavier LB Test of the flouroclear.

45user · 01-07-2015, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by YakDout

I was just giving you a reference. Usually around the same price in local tackle shop for the same stuff. But a lot of times they won't have the heavier LB Test of the flouroclear.

Yes I've noticed that. Nearest shop is turners and they really don't have much in stock
Thank you!
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Sir LJ · 01-09-2015, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 45user

Yes I've noticed that. Nearest shop is turners and they really don't have much in stock
Thank you!
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Fishermans depot on bellflower blvd by the 91 is a 5 min drive from there and has everything you'd need

skrilla · 01-07-2015, 12:16 PM

I'm a Big Game and Ande guy for mono. Clear mostly and occasionally pink or green. Not concerned about stretch since were talking short leaders. I also like Izor XXX but have only used 40#.

Flouro I like Seaguar Blue label. I've also tried and had good luck with the Blackwater stuff this past season.

But basically whichever is in stock or on sale at the local tackle shop.

steveooo · 01-07-2015, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 45user

i have not read much discussion on fishing lines here. I spool most of my reels with braid and short top shot of flourocarbon and mono. I was wondering What monofilament/flouro do you use? I just use whatever I have at the time, mostly izor xxx or p line (and Seaguar flouro) I was told p line is less stretch than the izor xxx
What mono line has least stretch in your experience?
Thanks for sharing!
45

If you are doing braid with just a short mono or flouro topshot, a little stretch is actually ok because it will result in less pulled hooks. A nice parabolic rod will also help with this.

There are lots of other ways to save money while fishing, particularly on the kayak. Flouro is one thing I don't skimp on, particularly in instances where flouro matters. When it does mater, Seguar Premier for me. When dropper loop or yoyo fishing, any old line will work.

YakDout · 01-07-2015, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by steveooo

If you are doing braid with just a short mono or flouro topshot, a little stretch is actually ok because it will result in less pulled hooks. A nice parabolic rod will also help with this.

There are lots of other ways to save money while fishing, particularly on the kayak. Flouro is one thing I don't skimp on, particularly in instances where flouro matters. When it does mater, Seguar Premier for me. When dropper loop or yoyo fishing, any old line will work.

That makes sense. And those instances for me are Fly-lining a bait or slow trolling with no weight. The Flouro properties are much more valuable near the surface due to the sunlight.

T-Rex · 01-11-2015, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by steveooo

If you are doing braid with just a short mono or flouro topshot, a little stretch is actually ok because it will result in less pulled hooks. A nice parabolic rod will also help with this.

There are lots of other ways to save money while fishing, particularly on the kayak. Flouro is one thing I don't skimp on, particularly in instances where flouro matters. When it does mater, Seguar Premier for me. When dropper loop or yoyo fishing, any old line will work.

x2. I don't skimp on fluoro either. Fluoroclear doesn't dissapear in water like 100% fluoro does. Seaguar Premier or Blackwater for me.

taggermike · 01-11-2015, 10:40 AM

I've gotten away from mono and use braid with a short fluoro leader. I use seaguar fluoro for heavier lines and haven't had trouble with it. Most fluoro is stiffer than mono so you have to be a bit more careful with your knots. I've been doing more bay and fresh water fishing and use 4-6 rods. For this fluoro I bought a couple 150 yards filler spools of Berkley vanish. It has worked fine and using 10 yards a trip it saves some cash. My last mono hold out is an old jig stick. 40 lb Berkley big game has always worked well. Mike

01-06-2015, 09:47 PM	#1
45user Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 576	What monofilament line do you use? i have not read much discussion on fishing lines here. I spool most of my reels with braid and short top shot of flourocarbon and mono. I was wondering What monofilament/flouro do you use? I just use whatever I have at the time, mostly izor xxx or p line (and Seaguar flouro) I was told p line is less stretch than the izor xxx What mono line has least stretch in your experience? Thanks for sharing! 45

01-06-2015, 09:57 PM	#2
Teambcw Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: San Pedro Posts: 67	Izor XXX is by far my favorite. I have tried many different lines and this has always served me well. __________________ Jason 2015 Hobie Outback

01-06-2015, 10:24 PM	#3
Amish Ed Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Grants Pass, OR Posts: 1,906	I've been using P-Line CXX for a long time, but I also like Yozuri Hybrid. __________________ Amish Ed You can't catch it again if it's dead!

01-07-2015, 12:16 PM	#14
skrilla Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 664	I'm a Big Game and Ande guy for mono. Clear mostly and occasionally pink or green. Not concerned about stretch since were talking short leaders. I also like Izor XXX but have only used 40#. Flouro I like Seaguar Blue label. I've also tried and had good luck with the Blackwater stuff this past season. But basically whichever is in stock or on sale at the local tackle shop. __________________ Urban Camo Trident 13

01-07-2015, 04:50 AM	#4
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	I try to buy the 200 yards of 20-30 pound flouroclear. It's a blend of flouro and mono and works fine. And WAY cheaper. $20 for 200 yards vs 25 yards for 20-25$

01-07-2015, 10:03 AM	#5
45user Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 576	Looks like most of us using either izor xxx or p line cxx Of these two, which is less stretchy? Anyone else using other brand? And do most of you stick with clear mono? Thanks again for sharing! 45

01-07-2015, 10:38 AM	#6
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	Check this stuff out. I like it better then regular flouro because it's a little softer and doesn't get really dry and stuff like the 100% flouro. And 300 yards of 30lb for $16? Way cheaper. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000B...927728-4690167

01-07-2015, 10:57 AM	#9
YakDout Brandon Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,345	Stiff*

01-07-2015, 11:27 AM	#10
45user Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 576	So you all shop these lines from Amazon?

01-11-2015, 10:40 AM	#18
taggermike Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chula Vista Posts: 1,589	I've gotten away from mono and use braid with a short fluoro leader. I use seaguar fluoro for heavier lines and haven't had trouble with it. Most fluoro is stiffer than mono so you have to be a bit more careful with your knots. I've been doing more bay and fresh water fishing and use 4-6 rods. For this fluoro I bought a couple 150 yards filler spools of Berkley vanish. It has worked fine and using 10 yards a trip it saves some cash. My last mono hold out is an old jig stick. 40 lb Berkley big game has always worked well. Mike