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Originally Posted by awavefromher
nice, 15 lb fluro not getting bit off ?
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No my friend, 15lb works perfectly fine. Trust me, Fluorocarbon is pretty tough. I cast the stuff into all sorts of nasty, thick cover and it performs really well. You can use a higher pound test with great results also. I'd try to stay under 30lbs though.
Pike have some sharp needle like teeth and the Fluoro always stays intact. Just make sure you adjust your drag accordingly and don't try to "horse" the fish in.
Monofilament will absorb water and in turn increase in breakability, and decrease casting distance. Fluorocarbon is almost invisible to fish, does not absorb water, which results in softer casting presentations and further casting distance. Fluoro will hold its strength and sink faster than mono. Lastly, Fluorocarbon will not "breakdown" in extreme UV light situations.
Don't get me wrong, you will have to retie, and check for abrasion, but Fluoro is nothing like Mono. You'll be surprised how well it holds up
I highly recommend using FLUOROCARBON as a leader.
One major piece of advise. On a rainy day; Practice you knot tying skills, and what specific type of knot to use in a given situation. It will pay off tremendously. Poor knot tying is a large reason, if not the number one reason, for missed fished and line breakage.
Hope that Helped
