Have any of you guys tried the Spider Wire Stealth Camo Braid 20 lb.

I got a free sample 125 yrd spool of that which I was thinking of giving it a spin on my next outing. My plan was to try it out on a 6'6" medium hard spinning setup and work it split shot or Carolina rigged for some worming action.

I was also thinking I would use the light tan segment of the line for hook tie off or possibly a fluorocarbon leader.

I've had some bad experiences in the past with braided line "digging" into baitcaster spools. Any ways to avoid or minimize that?

Hey George, A few months ago someone else had the same problem with braid digging.
I'm not sure which forum it was asked, It could be the one were in now.

George the post is in tackle and equipment, topic braided line.

Thanks Anthony, I'll check it out. I took the rig I described out for a spin yesterday and fortunately I did not have much problem with the "dig in" as I expected I might.

It was ultra windy so the fishing was not too good but I did try out the new line several different ways. I was experimenting with different weight set ups and leaders etc.

I hope the next time I go out it's not so windy. I was looking at 40 mph gusts in my face. Almost got blown off my rock once.

Geo. Thats why you have to put enough backing. It also helps the cost factor. I have three rods that I only use braid on.

The Samuai braid hands down is the best of them all and lasts at least three times longer. It might be slightly more expensive but by not having to respool three times in the season it actually saves you money.

I tries the spider wire and was not very impressed. The braid was not as limp as the other braids. try using the samurai 20 or 30. It is only 4 and 6lb diameter. Makes it a little easy casting into 40 mph winds also.

Hey guys! Sorry I been swamped at work and haven't been here much lately!

I use Power Pro on just about all my rods. Like Nunz I put some Mono on for backing the use a uni-knot to secure the two lines together. Now here is the important part. Once the lines are tied together crank the reel a couple times and then cut you a piece of electrical tape long enough to go around the reel spool, then continue to fill the spool. The tape will keep the braid from digging in on itself. Or you can fill the spool tie on a 1 oz weight and make a cast and peel off extra line (to allow for retieing) then put on the electrical tape. Either way the tape will keep the line from digging in on itself.

I to switched to braid because it last so much longer and the sensitivity is great. If I am in clear water I tie on a three or four foot leader of Flourocarbon LEADER MATERIAL. Make sure that it is LEADER MATERIAL! The leader material will have stronger knot strength and is made for saltwater fishing to take the shock of BIG fish. I have tried regular Flouro for leader but it does not stand up to the hooksets and heavey cover like the Leader Material does.

Hope that helps you out!

Conley

Conley,

Thanks some great advice. I couldn't agree more about putting a piece of tape on top of the backing and around the spool before filling it.

BC

Hey Conley,

I have been using fluorocarbon as my leader on most of my set ups and so for no problems. Berkley Trilene professional grade. Its a little costly but I have been getting some good hook sets.

By the way fishin Mudge I used #30 Suffix Braid with Vanish 6ft 20lb flouro leader using the no name knot. I out fished everyone

Nunz you out fished everyone but the clock. In 5 min the clock caught a 5 pounder. Sorry dude just playing around with you. Hopefully it wont happen again.

That darn clock..lol. When I fished Sunday the ribbed me the entire time. I told then I would be back at my respectable 5 mins late again.......lol. At least I am number one in points.