When do you replace your braid? - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

SorryCharlie · 03-23-2015, 09:39 AM

Simple question for all you braided line users..... when do you decide it has had enough and needs replacing?

After each big fish I check the top 50 yards or so of the braid, but used to let little tiny imperfections slide, and only cut it back if the braid was significantly frayed or worn. I feel it is easier to decide with mono, if there is a knick replace it. Do you feel the same about braid?

I think this method bit me in the a&& this weekend because my 50lb braid gave way on a solid (unknown) fish.... I betting at least a 1,000 lb wsb

Thanks everyone!

03-23-2015, 09:39 AM	#1
SorryCharlie Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Carlsbad Posts: 140	When do you replace your braid? Simple question for all you braided line users..... when do you decide it has had enough and needs replacing? After each big fish I check the top 50 yards or so of the braid, but used to let little tiny imperfections slide, and only cut it back if the braid was significantly frayed or worn. I feel it is easier to decide with mono, if there is a knick replace it. Do you feel the same about braid? I think this method bit me in the a&& this weekend because my 50lb braid gave way on a solid (unknown) fish.... I betting at least a 1,000 lb wsb Thanks everyone!