Fluorocarbon fishing line for leashes, how to choose for spinning

By combining fluorine and carbohydrate, a polymer with unique properties was obtained. The polymer was named fluorocarbon. The task of chemists was to obtain a material that is resistant to aggressive environments. How to widely use this material, the Japanese came up with. Thus, the first fishing line was obtained from this amazing material.

The manufacturing technology of the fishing line is based on the sintering of polymer balls at fairly high temperatures, after which the polymer composition is drawn into a thread of a certain diameter.

About 30 years ago, fluorocarbon line began to fascinate the minds of spinners. Immediately, as soon as such a fishing line appeared, many anglers began to actively use it. After a certain time, they realized that, despite the advantages, the fluorocarbon fishing line has a number of disadvantages.

By now, fluorocarbon has carved its own niche in the fishing process.

Properties of fluorocarbon

To have a complete understanding of the properties of fluorocarbon line, you should study its main characteristics.

Useful features

Fluorocarbon fishing line has a number of advantages:

• Not afraid of high or low temperatures. Worked great in winter.
• Does not absorb moisture, therefore retains its strength.
• Not afraid of UV rays. Under the influence of ultraviolet light, some types of lines (nylon) lose their breaking load, but fluorocarbon lines do not.
• One of the most interesting and useful properties is visibility in the water. It is less noticeable, so it is unlikely to alert the fish, which is what many anglers use.
• The specific stretch ratio is somewhere in the middle between braided line and monofilament line. This allows you to quickly transfer fish bites to the tip of the rod, especially when fishing at long distances. Studies have shown that under heavy loads, fluorocarbon can stretch. However, it does not return to its original state.
• Another, but very useful property is resistance to abrasion. This factor has a positive effect when fishing is carried out in rocky bottom conditions. Moreover, the harder the fluorocarbon, the more resistant it is to cuts.
• When using a multiplier reel, the fishing line practically does not cut into the winding at increased loads.
• It is heavier than water, so it sinks quickly, which is important when arranging bottom gear.

Disadvantages of Fluorocarbon

Like any other material, fluorocarbon has its drawbacks:

• The complexity of knitting knots associated with its rigidity. At the knots, the fishing line loses its strength, moreover, if tightening is not reliable, the knots can untie on their own. When tightening knots, be sure to moisten them.
• Fluorocarbon has less tensile strength than modern nylon. Strength can be increased by increasing the diameter, which can be compensated for by its invisibility under water.
• Fluorocarbon is much more expensive than nylon monofilament line.

Dependence of price on quality

As a rule, the same materials have different quality. This is true for both fluorocarbon and braided lines, as well as monofilament lines. The quality depends on the raw materials used, as well as on the quality of the equipment that takes part in the manufacture of the fishing line. The higher the price, the better the product if it is original.

Significant variation in prices indicates that among these lines there are 100% fluorocarbon, as well as lines coated with fluorocarbon. Just when buying, you should pay attention to information like this: “Fluorocarbon coated”, which means that the line is coated with fluorocarbon. Naturally, such a line has significantly worse characteristics than 100% fluorocarbon line.

It’s easy enough to check. To do this, set fire to the tip of the fishing line and see what happened. If a ball has formed at the end of the line, then it is a coated nylon line, and if an ash has formed that is easily rubbed with your fingers, then it is 100% fluorocarbon.

In terms of price characteristics, braided line is considered the most expensive, fluorocarbon is in second place, and monofilament fishing line is the cheapest.

Excellent lead material

After a lot of testing, it was decided that fluorocarbon was more suitable as a leader material. Firstly, it is less noticeable in the water for fish, and secondly, if it breaks, then the leash can be easily replaced with another, the same one. It turns out that the consumption of fluorocarbon is minimal, and the effect of its use is maximum. The most important thing is that the main fishing line, if it is a braided line, will remain safe and sound. Unfortunately, if such a leash gets on the teeth of a pike, then she will bite him without much effort.

Currently, fluorocarbon leashes are used on almost all tackle, including spinning. But it must be 100% fluorocarbon, and not otherwise, only then a positive result is possible.

Since fluorocarbon is stiffer than monofilament line, the leaders are less prone to overlaps and tangles.

If you buy 50 meters of fluorocarbon, then you can make a lot of leashes from it.

As a general rule, the breaking load of the leader should be less than the breaking load of the main line. At the same time, the leash must support the weight of the fish that is hooked. It is easier to tie a lure to fluorocarbon than to a thin braid.

Famous Brands

It just so happens that the Japanese produce the best fishing line in the world. Therefore, if there are extra funds, then it is better to purchase Japanese fishing line, without any options.

Japanese lines

Japanese firms have been producing only high-quality products for many years. This is how they constantly maintain their reputation at the proper level. Many people know about the existence of such a company as “KUREHA”, which is the ancestor of fishing line. No less interesting products from companies such as Seaguar and Riverge.

KUREHA Seaguar ABRAZX ICE, suitable for winter fishing.

Sufix

This brand is known all over the world. As a rule, everything that is indicated on the packaging corresponds to what is declared by the manufacturer. For example, Sufix Invisiline Clear fluorocarbon line matches what is written, if it is not a fake. To maintain their reputation, firms invest heavily, including the development of new technologies and materials.

Sufix line has minimal stretch, excellent gliding on the spool, and minimal memory. This line lasts longer than regular monofilament line and is virtually invisible. The line can be used by spinners. Knots fit perfectly and hold. The only drawback is its high cost.

Sufix line can be used when fishing with ultralight lures, as well as the main line of a regular rod, not to mention using it as leaders. This line will please anglers when catching perch, trout and other fish. Reviews about the Sufix line are only positive, so that we can safely say that this line is of the highest class.

thiagra

Fluorocarbon from Shimano Tiagra is a quality product for a regular rod. Tiagra line is 100% fluorocarbon. Can be used as a lead material.

Ion power

AWA-Shima FLUOROCARBON 100% PRO-X ion power is a sports grade line made in Japan. The line is abrasion resistant and virtually invisible in water. AWA-Shima ION POWER ECLIPSIA Hard Power Fluorocarbon is a regular fluorocarbon line that is used to make quality leads and is 100% fluorocarbon.

American fluorocarbon

American fishing line is no less high quality than Japanese. Those who want to buy it will not regret it.

Owner

The American manufacturer of fishing line Owner has a lot of positive reviews. If this is a real Owner line, then you can only rejoice. Unfortunately, in the market for such products, you can find a lot of fake products that are famous American or Japanese brands. American fluorocarbon is ideal for spinning, therefore, many spinners, especially experienced ones, prefer Owner line.

Chinese manufacturer

Recently, a lot of Chinese products, sometimes of dubious quality, have appeared on the world market. Some anglers prefer Chinese fluorocarbon line, the price of which can be an order of magnitude less than well-known American or Japanese manufacturers.

“Partner”

Fishing line Partner is manufactured by Partner, which is located in China. The line does not have 100% fluorocarbon, but is only coated with it. Therefore, its cost is somewhat lower. In addition, the quality of the product is not up to par, so you can find quite a few negative reviews about this fishing line on the Internet. Despite this, the price does not match the quality and is unreasonably high.

The same can be said about the fishing line “Standard” of the company “Partner”. Unfortunately, the Chinese “Standard” does not correspond to the generally accepted concept of “Standard”. This fishing line is somewhat weaker and will not hold the declared weight, while its thickness is 20% more than the declared one. Naturally, it is quite suitable for catching fish within 1-1,5 kg.

The Etalon fishing line is also covered with fluorocarbon, but it breaks at the knots, which is not acceptable, although the price is quite satisfactory. Perhaps the best thing about this line is the price.

Hazel Megastrong

Condor manufactures fluorocarbon coated nylon line. A similar line is produced in China. Compared to the Partner line, the Megastrong Condor line has a thicker gauge. This line can be used for bottom tackle, regular float rods and spinning. If this is a branded fishing line, then it is absolutely acceptable in terms of its characteristics. But the Chinese have learned to counterfeit not only imported goods, but also their own.

Megastrong line can be used as a carp leash. Carp will not be able to bite the leash, unlike pike. With each cast, it is better to check the condition of the leash. All Chinese products are made from their own raw materials. Sometimes you just wonder where they get so many raw materials from. As a rule, everything they produce consists of their raw materials. Very often, upon careful examination of the goods, completely incomprehensible components are revealed. Therefore, when buying Chinese products, it is better to think carefully and only then make a decision.

How to tie fluorocarbon

Since fluorocarbon has its direct purpose to act as a leash, it is necessary to tie a hook to it, and this is quite simple, since any knot will not work here. Japanese manufacturers advise using the Mohin Knot knot, which is simply called Carrot. It is used to attach the leash to the braid. This is done very simply.

To begin with, a loop is formed on a leash, into which the braid is pulled. Braid is done up to 10 turns around the leash, after which 6 turns are made in the opposite direction. The end of the braid is pulled back into the loop of the leash. The knot, before tightening, must be moistened. The knot is tightened slowly so that the fishing line does not overheat and the strength of the knot does not suffer.