Is Flourocarbon worth it? 2024
Cam DeMarco reply :
I am getting another baitcaster and I have one lined with braid already I was wondering if Flourocarbon is worth it and if it has decent castability I've heard a lot of bad things about it not sure what to think of it any thoughts?
Hurricane reply :
I don't care for it.. I just lined my favorite baitcaster up with Suffix 832 Braid and I absolutely love it..
senile1 reply :
You will receive a lot of different answers for that question. Some hate it, some love it, and some use it for specific applications. You have to find what is right for you. I am in the third group. I use it for deep running crankbaits/spinnerbaits/etc and I have one jig/T-rig rod with 15 lb fluoro. My other jig/T-rig rods are braid with fluoro leaders.
Fluorocarbon tends to require more work in the manageability department though there are some brands that handle pretty well. It is a great line for getting cranks and other deep running baits to run a little deeper due to its density. That same density seems to make it a more sensitive line as well, though braid with no stretch transmits everything when the wind isn't blowing a huge bow in it.
BrianinMD reply :
I use flouro for all setups except topwater, and punching. Tried a few different ones, stuck with Invizx on spinning and Abrazx on baitcasters. I don't have manageability issues with either one.
Wayne P. reply :
Fluorocarbon line should be one of the three types you use. It is best for some applications but not all.
Scarborough817 reply :
fluro is a little hard to get used to i find you need to really feather your spool properly to get it to cast right. it will take practice but it is worth it. the only advice i have it back your spool with mono so you aren't using straight flouro
Dypsis reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 2:23 AM, Wayne P. said:Fluorocarbon line should be one of the three types you use. It is best some some applications but not all.
Agreed, I have straight FC, Mono, Braid, Braid with FC leader - all for different applications.
Try sniper probably the best FC for the money - IMO.
WRB reply :
Myths regarding FC line;
Stretches less than mono.
Cast better than mono.
Smaller diameter than mono.
Higher abrasion resistance than mono.
Truth about FC line;
Lower refraction of light than mono.
Lower knot stretch than mono.
Less abrasion resistance than mono.
Higher memory than mono.
Lower coefficient of drag in water.
Higher UV resistance than some mono.
Higher density than mono.
Less hygroscopic then mono; doesn't absorb water or some chemicals.
The bottom line is FC sinks, mono is lighter weight then FC and tends float or suspend.
Slight adavantage in strike detection for underwater lures, disadvantage in knot strength, abrasion resistance and tends to have high memory and dry line casting issues.
If you choose FC line use a line conditioner to help wetting the line to reduce casting issues and practice knot tying.
Tom
Molay1292 reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 3:17 AM, WRB said:Myths regarding FC line;
Stretches less than mono.
Cast better than mono.
Smaller diameter than mono.
Higher abrasion resistance than mono.
Truth about FC line;
Lower refraction of light than mono.
Lower knot stretch than mono.
Less abrasion resistance than mono.
Higher memory than mono.
Lower coefficient of drag in water.
Higher UV resistance than some mono.
Higher density than mono.
Less hygroscopic then mono; doesn't absorb water or some chemicals.
The bottom line is FC sinks, mono is lighter weight then FC and tends float or suspend.
Slight adavantage in strike detection for underwater lures, disadvantage in knot strength, abrasion resistance and tends to have high memory and dry line casting issues.
If you choose FC line use a line conditioner to help wetting the line to reduce casting issues and practice knot tying.
Tom
Anything to support these claims or is this strictly an opinion?
Turtle135 reply :
I like to tie a 6" length of fluoro leader onto my monofilament main line. Then before I tie my lure on I trim back the first 6.5" to get rid of that section that is most likely to fail on me. 
Wayne P. reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 3:44 AM, Molay1292 said:Anything to support these claims or is this strictly an opinion?
Tackle Tour Fluorocarbon line test to dispel the myths about fluorocarbon line.
00 mod reply :
I personally use Flouro for every technique other that topwater or punching.
Jeff
Nitrofreak reply :
The short answer is yes IMO.
I like the Seaguar red label just to absorb some of the cost, it's been a pretty good investment for the lesser price for me, I agree with WRB though, a little line conditioner helps a bunch !!!
WRB reply :
TT in 2013 was going to publish comparative data based on their new evaluation method and did publish initial FC using Seagar Abrix and Tatsu, MegaBass and Viciuos I recall.
The baseline is or was Monofilament and every category FC fell below mono performance.
No debate with FC light refraction.
No debate with FC density.
Line diameters defer between mfr's regarding lb test vs greatly, compare one mfr of choice and compare, mono vs FC, FC is either equal or larger.
No debate comparing knot strength, this is FC's Achilles heel.
Mono is hygroscopic FC isn't.
I use Sunline FC, don't like the negatives and like lower coefficient of drag and higher density. I tie knots very, very carefully when using FC knowing knot strength is a issue.
Reaaly like Sunline Defier Nylon and hope they come out with more choices like 5 lb to 9 lb for spinning and 30 lb for larger swim baits.
Tom
Molay1292 reply :
I have seen their tests, and the methods they used to conduct them. They did a good job recording and reporting the results as tested.
On 3/23/2016 at 3:59 AM, Wayne P. said:Tackle Tour Fluorocarbon line test to dispel the myths about fluorocarbon line.
BrianinMD reply :
Only one test matters, time on the water and finding what works for you.
Molay1292 reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 4:43 AM, BrianinMD said:Only one test matters, time on the water and finding what works for you.
I agree with you to a point, but if there is a method of testing that you can use to eliminate lines without having to spend wasted time on the water and money purchasing, would that not make more sense, and better use of your time on the water?
Raul reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 3:44 AM, Molay1292 said:Anything to support these claims or is this strictly an opinion?
Persons like Tom or Catt don´t post opinions when it comes to tackle.
Molay1292 reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 4:49 AM, Raul said:Persons like Tom or Catt don´t post opinions when it comes to tackle.
Funny
cottny27 reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 4:49 AM, Raul said:Persons like Tom or Catt don´t post opinions when it comes to tackle.
The only thing I find very hard to believe is the abrasion resistance. But maybe it's true.
Team9nine reply :
On 3/23/2016 at 4:26 AM, Nitrofreak said:The short answer is yes IMO.
X2
On 3/23/2016 at 5:10 AM, cottny27 said:The only thing I find very hard to believe is the abrasion resistance. But maybe it's true.
It's a mixed bag when both are tested dry based on multiple test results I've seen (really depends upon brands tested and methodology), but not much of a contest when tested wet (minimal amount of time to absorb water to simulate actual fishing conditions), where FC is nearly always superior in abrasion resistance since it isn't (almost 0, not quite) hygroscopic.
-T9
K_Mac reply :
So much of this depends on the fluorocarbon. I like Red Label for the money, but it does not have good abrasion resistance. Abrasx is not quite as manageable but has much better abrasion resistance. Invisx is between those two. What I use depends on the application. These are my observations, based on my experience.
To sum up: Yes, fluorocarbon is "worth it" to me, but all fluorocarbon is not equal. You can read all the analysis you want, but you until try it on the water you cannot know whether it is worth it to you.
redbirdsfan44 reply :
I'm probably beating a dead horse here because I haven't taken the time to read over every post in the thread but here I go. There is a time and place for all variations of lines when fishing. This all depends on variables such as what baits or techniques you're fishing. Fluoro is pre stretched therefore has far less line stretch than mono. You also should avoid using some knots with Fluoro that you use for mono. Fluorocarbon is a much denser line than monofilament. If you notice, your mono or braid will float where a fluorocarbon line will sink. The advantage to this is you have a direct line to your bait when fishing baits like Texas rigs or jigs. This gives you higher sensitivity when fishing these baits. Personally I prefer a fluorocarbon line when fishing bottom baits and diving baits 90% of the time. Other factors contribute to the other 10%. The question "is fluorocarbon better than mono?" Is much like comparing apples to oranges. At this point I feel like I'm rambling so if anyone has any questions or criticism about lines and applications feel free to PM me.
WRB reply :
About 20 years ago Damyl came out with Tectan Superior FC line, this came out just after Sunline Shooter and was about 1/2 the cost.
I bought 12 lb and tried it after testing it's knot strength using a Instron machine. Tectan tested good, better knot strength than Shooter. After catching a few good size bass using Tectan I decided to try 16 Lb during a night tournament and that turned out to be a deasater! I usually use 15 lb Big Game at night and respooled those reels with the new Tectan line. Got into a great jig bite and broke off every bass, never broke off bass before like that night and didn't have any back up reels because of fishing out of a partners boat and he only had 10 lb P-line with him. So re spooled the 10 lb P-line and managed to salvage enough weight to get a check, we should have easily won the event.
What went wrong, poor impact strength, at night the bite was on shorter casts and I was over powering the hot big fish on a shorter string, the failed. By the time I figured this out the bite shut off. I will never use FC at night again!
You test line, but fishing with it is the real test.
Tom
PS, pre stretched.....now that's a stretch, look up physical properties of PVDF (FC line); 200% elongation before breaking....that is a stretch!
sarcazmo reply :
I don't think most fluorocarbon is worth the heavy cost discrepancy at all. Are there a couple of pros? Sure, but I'd rather save that money for gas and time on the water. I also don't think the pros are close to being enough to justify the increased cost.
TxHawgs reply :
I truly don't understand the issues everyone has w fluro? I've been using it for a cpl yrs and have never had any issues. I use sniper, reaction and tatsu. I use line conditioner while spooling it on reel. And give it a shot before I start fishing. Cast great no backlashes, and when I hang up and have 12lb. or higher on I know I'm cutting line. I get on top the snag point my rod straight down at it and pull that **** as hard as I can and can't break it off. And have several times had it come back with just part of the hook shank. Guess I'm truly blessed lol, but I really don't get it. The problems people have that is. Oh and I use a standard Palomar knot, I take my time make sure lines aren't twisted and that my final loop sits on top the knot. Pull tight slowly first and plenty wet.
FrankN209 reply :
On 3/26/2016 at 11:17 PM, TxHawgs said:use line conditioner while spooling it on reel
What do you use to condition your line?
TxHawgs reply :
On 3/29/2016 at 6:13 AM, FrankN209 said:What do you use to condition your line?
Real majic
Triton Jones reply :
I use FC with no real issues. When I spoil up new line I use line conditioner. Then before I use the reel I spray on line conditioner. I will give it one more shot of line conditioner before I put it away.
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