09-06-2010, 07:01 PM
I started using fireline crystal this year and I love it. I do a lot of bass fishing and was using a 10lb mono but switched to a 14lb braided which is comparable in diameter to a 6lb mono and then a few feet of a 10lb florocarbon leader. Haven't had a break off in the braid yet, it has no memory (no line curling) it's SUPER abrasion resistant and has no stretch which is nice for when you have a lot of line out. You have to use a mono backer on most reels before you can tie on a braid and I use a uni-to-uni knot from my backer to my main line to my leader. If I could do it again I'd probably go with a 12lb braid just to get a bit more distance on my casts. After using it for a year I'd highly recommend it for anyone looking to up the quality of their fishing rig. hope that helps
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