Trout on Super Braids

NC Rockhopper · 01-11-12, 08:20 AM

Bass buddies have promised me I'm going to get 20-30% further casting, hair trigger hook set, and a performance that will last all season if I switch my spin gear to the one of the new super braids. So, I got a box of 10#Spectra "Power Pro" and one of Spiderwire "Stealth Braid" to load up a couple Shimano Stradics. Anybody have tips, experience, and/or suggestions on trout fishing with these super braids that might enhance my learning curve?

Please, don't be shy, I only bite on Thursdays.

Windknot · 01-11-12, 09:15 AM

The sensitivity will amaze you. Some guys here have used straight braid-to-hook connections, and an equal number use fluorocarbon leaders. I am rigged with ~ 10' of 6lb Berkley fluoro in front of Fireline (original). I used a blood knot to connect the two with no problems to date, but the Albright knot was recommended by FZ a few days ago. The knot goes thru the guides and bail just fine, but I used flexible cement to make a double-teardrop shape just to ...well, just because.

Ease up on strikes! And if your rod doesn't get a significant bend with the trout you normally catch, switch to a softer rod or you'll lose lots of fish at your feet. Don't ask how I know that.

This is a fine time to add......
If you ever wonder what the fly guys catch with the high-sticking technique, you will be in great shape to try it with your spin rod. Nymphs, splitshot, maybe an indicator (bobber). It can spice up a slow day.

franklinZappa · 01-11-12, 10:57 AM

Windknot,

I think you are the only other person I know of, besides me, that use the Fireline Braid.

It's such a good line. The only annoying think is that black ash that gets left on your fingers when you spool the line for the first time.

I use about 6 feet of Sunline Flourocarbon for my leader. Got a bunch of it on sale; buy one get one free.

AllenG · 01-11-12, 11:32 AM

I just spooled my spinning reel with Fireline. I haven't thrown it yet. I will this afternoon.
I also put it on my casting rod, but I think it may be short lived on that one and be replaced with fluorocarbon if I backlash it up too badly.

Windknot · 01-11-12, 11:36 AM

FZ - I have to admit I haven't used the two spin outfits (lt & med heavy) in years (I'm having too much fun flinging flies), but I caught many trout, bream and bass on the light outfit w/straight braid-to-hook connection.

I have a few since the fluoro leaders were added. It's mostly my back-pocket rod when my granddaughter wants to dunk worms!

I swear I can feel a fish swim by an otherwise motionless lure.

franklinZappa · 01-11-12, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AllenG

I just spooled my spinning reel with Fireline. I haven't thrown it yet. I will this afternoon.
I also put it on my casting rod, but I think it may be short lived on that one and be replaced with fluorocarbon if I backlash it up too badly.

I had it 8lb. on my shimano curado, and it was very, very nice. It didn't really backlash on me, especially after it got broken in.

Windknot: I don't use it much unless I'm fishing with my dog in the summer. I'm always worried my backcast will hit the dog in the face...

FairWeatherFisherman · 01-11-12, 12:38 PM

I've been using Fireline for trout for quite a while and some for hybrids, bass, and skipjack. I tie direct for trout 99% of the time and really like the 4 and 6 lb test. For skipjack I use a Fluor leader line to line with a Uni knot. I find that I get much better distance casting than with mono. The sensitivity is great.

Orangepowerbait · 01-11-12, 02:04 PM

Guys
Any suggestions for the best ultra light line? I usually use 4lb

franklinZappa · 01-11-12, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orangepowerbait

Guys
Any suggestions for the best ultra light line? I usually use 4lb

Fireline 8lb braid. It is 2lb mono diameter.

I used an ultralight rig with that line for stripers a few times this year. It does the job and you can cast a mile.

general · 01-11-12, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Orangepowerbait

Guys
Any suggestions for the best ultra light line? I usually use 4lb

i use p-line 2lb for brook trout, 4lb for browns, rainbows, and crappie.

01-11-12, 08:20 AM	#1
NC Rockhopper Native Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: 2hoursfromanywhere, NC Posts: 196	Trout on Super Braids Bass buddies have promised me I'm going to get 20-30% further casting, hair trigger hook set, and a performance that will last all season if I switch my spin gear to the one of the new super braids. So, I got a box of 10#Spectra "Power Pro" and one of Spiderwire "Stealth Braid" to load up a couple Shimano Stradics. Anybody have tips, experience, and/or suggestions on trout fishing with these super braids that might enhance my learning curve? Please, don't be shy, I only bite on Thursdays. __________________ A day you don't fish is a day wasted!

01-11-12, 02:04 PM	#8
Orangepowerbait Stocker Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 22	Guys Any suggestions for the best ultra light line? I usually use 4lb __________________ Quittin Time Quittin Time Amos and Andy

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01-11-12, 09:15 AM	#2
Windknot Director, Hall of Fame Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Dacula, GA Posts: 12,590	The sensitivity will amaze you. Some guys here have used straight braid-to-hook connections, and an equal number use fluorocarbon leaders. I am rigged with ~ 10' of 6lb Berkley fluoro in front of Fireline (original). I used a blood knot to connect the two with no problems to date, but the Albright knot was recommended by FZ a few days ago. The knot goes thru the guides and bail just fine, but I used flexible cement to make a double-teardrop shape just to ...well, just because. Ease up on strikes! And if your rod doesn't get a significant bend with the trout you normally catch, switch to a softer rod or you'll lose lots of fish at your feet. Don't ask how I know that. This is a fine time to add...... If you ever wonder what the fly guys catch with the high-sticking technique, you will be in great shape to try it with your spin rod. Nymphs, splitshot, maybe an indicator (bobber). It can spice up a slow day.

01-11-12, 10:57 AM	#3
franklinZappa Native Join Date: Jun 2011 Posts: 1,012 Blog Entries: 4	Windknot, I think you are the only other person I know of, besides me, that use the Fireline Braid. It's such a good line. The only annoying think is that black ash that gets left on your fingers when you spool the line for the first time. I use about 6 feet of Sunline Flourocarbon for my leader. Got a bunch of it on sale; buy one get one free.

01-11-12, 11:32 AM	#4
AllenG Native Join Date: May 2011 Location: Monroe Posts: 377	I just spooled my spinning reel with Fireline. I haven't thrown it yet. I will this afternoon. I also put it on my casting rod, but I think it may be short lived on that one and be replaced with fluorocarbon if I backlash it up too badly.

01-11-12, 11:36 AM	#5
Windknot Director, Hall of Fame Member Join Date: Feb 1999 Location: Dacula, GA Posts: 12,590	FZ - I have to admit I haven't used the two spin outfits (lt & med heavy) in years (I'm having too much fun flinging flies), but I caught many trout, bream and bass on the light outfit w/straight braid-to-hook connection. I have a few since the fluoro leaders were added. It's mostly my back-pocket rod when my granddaughter wants to dunk worms! I swear I can feel a fish swim by an otherwise motionless lure.

01-11-12, 12:38 PM	#7
FairWeatherFisherman Past Director, Hall of Fame Member Join Date: May 1999 Location: Conyers, GA, USA Posts: 1,039	I've been using Fireline for trout for quite a while and some for hybrids, bass, and skipjack. I tie direct for trout 99% of the time and really like the 4 and 6 lb test. For skipjack I use a Fluor leader line to line with a Uni knot. I find that I get much better distance casting than with mono. The sensitivity is great.