any monofilament lovers on the boards

[Crankbait]

i just went back to using mono on every rod from a few years of flurocarbon and a few years before that it was braid. but i'm now back to mono as i like the stretch and some of the newer coated monos are quite fluro like in slickness but still have that play in the line. its an age thing too, started with mono and as my fishing evolved we try new things, i guess even mono had to evolve. i'll stick to the fluoro for ice fishing trout and braid for icing pike. if you know how to work your mono memory isnt a problem anymore.

any other mono lovers

[RavYak]

I hate mono...

I used to use it and I still have it on one of my reels. Memory is a royal pain and stretch isn't necessary and in many cases is actually a hindrance since you lose sensitivity.

I pretty much use braid on everything now and either fluoro or titanium leaders. I could never switch back even though mono is so much cheaper.

[great white whaler]

20 pound berkley momo,,,that is great line no snarls ,,great cast ,,,i was pulling my 12 ft alum boat around today and it did not brake very strong,,,the only weakest was them black swivels from wallmart i lost my favoured 5 of diamonds today because the swivels.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by RavYak

I hate mono...

I used to use it and I still have it on one of my reels. Memory is a royal pain and stretch isn't necessary and in many cases is actually a hindrance since you lose sensitivity.

I pretty much use braid on everything now and either fluoro or titanium leaders. I could never switch back even though mono is so much cheaper.

I think you have mistook this thread with the i hate mono thread.

[huntsfurfish]

My favorite mono is tectan(german). A little pricey, but those that use it like it. Hard to get but worth it. Can still get it from FishUSA.com
www.FishUSA.com

Still use some XT and Big Game for some applications too.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by huntsfurfish

My favorite mono is tectan(german). A little pricey, but those that use it like it. Hard to get but worth it. Can still get it from FishUSA.com
www.FishUSA.com

Still use some XT and Big Game for some applications too.

thanks, i'm going to look into that line. mono does deterioate quickly for the hardcore fisherman but like anything, keep your eyelets clean and your bail on the reel clean and your line will last longer. i like it for open spool baitfishing on windless days because it sits on top of the water and i like seeing the bite from the line and not the rod.

[Wes_G]

Cant stand braid. Mono on everyone of my rods except for the big pike rod which has Cortland nylon Pike/Muskie line on it. I don't seem to have any trouble at all catching fish.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by Wes_G

Cant stand braid. Mono on everyone of my rods except for the big pike rod which has Cortland nylon Pike/Muskie line on it. I don't seem to have any trouble at all catching fish.

is cortland nylon clear?

[Bow flyman]

I have always used mono, as it does the job of getting fish to the net. But I do agree that it stretches and twists, and commonly gets rats nests. These are the major drawbacks.

[huntsfurfish]

Originally Posted by Crankbait

is cortland nylon clear?

No, its not clear.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by Bow flyman

I have always used mono, as it does the job of getting fish to the net. But I do agree that it stretches and twists, and commonly gets rats nests. These are the major drawbacks.

I find that if I build up the inside of the spool with oldjunk line then add the line I need realistically on my reel I have less problems. I also pre-stretch my line by chucking a big LT spoon a few times to get it seated. lots of the newer reels have spools where the inside diameter is very narrow where on older reels its larger diameter. mono cant be spooled so narrow in my opinion. i get the whole lighter reel thing but find the older big spool spinning reels superior to these plasticky reels.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by huntsfurfish

No, its not clear.

so it's like a blended braid?

[huntsfurfish]

Not mono or superline. Old style braided line. Dacron I believe.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by huntsfurfish

Not mono or superline. Old style braided line. Dacron I believe.

Oh, i know the stuff, i like it for ice fishing, never thought about it for a rod but probably tugh as heck for trolling which i don't do anymore.

[bobalong]

Originally Posted by Bow flyman

I have always used mono, as it does the job of getting fish to the net. But I do agree that it stretches and twists, and commonly gets rats nests. These are the major drawbacks.

Just curious, you have mentioned some of the drawbacks, what is it you like about mono?

[Bow flyman]

Mono is relatively cheap, very smooth to cast, and has lots of stretch, so if a fish hits hard, the line can absorb the shock and wont always break. These are some of the positive aspects of mono.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by Bow flyman

Mono is relatively cheap, very smooth to cast, and has lots of stretch, so if a fish hits hard, the line can absorb the shock and wont always break. These are some of the positive aspects of mono.

yes, it's that little bit of give that i like too.

[EZM]

I have one parabolic trolling rod packed with mono - primarily for shock absorption - I think it works very well for Kokanees. Berkley Trilene XL ( extra limp ) in a 10lb.

I have an identical set up (same rod, reel) and set it up with 15lb braid (and snubber for shock absorption) and I loose more fish on it compared to the one packed with mono.

Other than that ........... I use braided lines with fluorocarbon leaders.

This might be the one and only time I'd ever buy mono ......

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by EZM

I have one parabolic trolling rod packed with mono - primarily for shock absorption - I think it works very well for Kokanees. Berkley Trilene XL ( extra limp ) in a 10lb.

I have an identical set up (same rod, reel) and set it up with 15lb braid (and snubber for shock absorption) and I loose more fish on it compared to the one packed with mono.

Other than that ........... I use braided lines with fluorocarbon leaders.

This might be the one and only time I'd ever buy mono ......

havent tried it myself but a friend gets those tiny elastics dentists use on teeth for a snubber for kokanees.

[Rafter1]

Hey Crankbait I too have been seriously thinking about going back to mono. It is an age thing like you said but besides that it is too difficult trying to tie all those fancy new knots needed for fluorcarbon when the hands are full of arthritis. I prefer a clinch knot any day.

[Crankbait]

Originally Posted by Rafter1

Hey Crankbait I too have been seriously thinking about going back to mono. It is an age thing like you said but besides that it is too difficult trying to tie all those fancy new knots needed for fluorcarbon when the hands are full of arthritis. I prefer a clinch knot any day.

i was shown a trick with flurocarbon that may help you out a bit. always have a roll off electrical tape or some duct tape on hand and pull your line through the gluey part a few times then tie your knot. it takes some practice but seems to work.

i just know what to expect from mono,, you can actually feel a snag coming loose a bit easier too. if they make a smaller diameter mono i will be in heaven, but thats a drawback that i'm willing to suffer.

[Dale S]

Mono all the way. Less tangles and when it does tangle it's easy to untangle. It's nice to have a little stretch in the line when those 4' or 5' sturgeon are jumping threw the air. And it doesn't wear your rods guides out.

[Winch101]

We have this discussion on here . I have been using Trilene XL since
It came on the market . 8 lb for walleyes ....only change top 50 yds
On spinning reels . 14lb on Baitcasters . Get twist relief by pulling
Bare line behind the boat going out and or coming in . Always start
The day with fresh 3 ft. No knot slippage ,Love the price ...
I did buy a large spool of suffix last year , green , I would give it
To anyone who wants it ...200 yards left .
I did a lot of musky fishing ,so I am familiar with braids just not a fan .

[huntsfurfish]

Originally Posted by Crankbait

i was shown a trick with flurocarbon that may help you out a bit. always have a roll off electrical tape or some duct tape on hand and pull your line through the gluey part a few times then tie your knot. it takes some practice but seems to work.

i just know what to expect from mono,, you can actually feel a snag coming loose a bit easier too. if they make a smaller diameter mono i will be in heaven, but thats a drawback that i'm willing to suffer.

Try/checkout Tectan line much thinner per pound/diameter.

[BeeGuy]

Use mono for leaders and ridiculous monster rigs all the time.

If I had an ultralight set-up, I would probably run mono on it.

Each application has tradeoffs, and as noted, there are some advantages when trolling and also when fishing for soft-mouthed fish.

[Spawn]

Originally Posted by Crankbait

i just went back to using mono on every rod from a few years of flurocarbon and a few years before that it was braid. but i'm now back to mono as i like the stretch and some of the newer coated monos are quite fluro like in slickness but still have that play in the line. its an age thing too, started with mono and as my fishing evolved we try new things, i guess even mono had to evolve. i'll stick to the fluoro for ice fishing trout and braid for icing pike. if you know how to work your mono memory isnt a problem anymore.

any other mono lovers

Whats is also cool about the mono line now is you can get it with really low memory. You pay slightly more than the cheap stuff but from what I've heard from you, Spinning with mono and using braided and such for ice fishing works for me also. I'm on board for mono!

Spawn

[catnthehat]

I have one rod rigged with a sspider wire, but most of my line is either triline or old school dacron for my vintage bait casters.
Cat

[binnzer32]

I love the mono. .. its the best. Braid cuts your hands

[RavYak]

Originally Posted by binnzer32

I love the mono. .. its the best. Braid cuts your hands

Handlining??? Not sure why you would cut your hands if using a reel...

[Speckle55]

I used mono always have never quit

my spin casts have Berkley mono on them

even got paid by Berkley for using their line when catching a WR in 1986
got paid in 1987




David