Braid vs. Monofilament On A Spinning Reel - Unraveling The Best Line For Your Setup

[@John-yt5zr]

Double uni for joining any 2 lines seems to work well for me.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

That’s a good knot

[@0Gsodium]

Braid is best for bigger species, I prefer mono for panfishing

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

I tell you what last couple years I been using braid for crappie and it has been awesome been running a leader of super light fluorocarbon and the combo makes it very sensitive you can feel the lightest bite. As far as big species I wouldn’t consider bass a big species and I would say the majority of bass fisherman use braid a lot on spinning and casting for certain setups. Like I said especially for the sensitivity part.

[@Windwalker_Outdoors]

You know, I have always fished with mono and never tried any others. I mainly fish for trout, though. I never bothered looking at other kinds of line, because I didn't understand the advantages. This video goes a long way in explaining that. Great video! You should share this around on many of the Facebook Fishing Pages.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Awesome glad you enjoyed this hopefully it helps some people out thanks for watching

[@Maritime2020Outdoors]

Another excellent video josh. I tried mono this year but had nothing but bad luck with it. Short casts, knots and more fish broke me off than I can remember. Had to switch back to braid.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Well there are times for both I guess thanks for stopping by and watching

[@frankbrowning8113]

Yes braided the way to go at least I think so for what I fish for anyhow

[@NanangMrikah]

I just put braid on my ugly stick and baitcaster hipe not got bad backlashes!!nice video and thank you

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Awesome hope you catch a bunch and have a good time thanks for stopping by and watching

[@GrasshopperOutdoors]

That memory is a right pain sometimes, good point for someone who does not fish as much as I would like too. Atb

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Glad you enjoyed it thanks for watching

[@joshuaolinger4005]

Braid to flouro leader on all of my spinning gear. Mono is also bad for line twist. You are exactly right about the knot. It is crucial to tie a good knot or it will be a day full of heartbreak. Great video

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Thanks for watching

[@CamTheManFishinn]

Great Detailed comparisons between braid and mono, I definitely prefer braid with the sensitivity, smoothness coming off the reel and no memory but there’s times where I hate that braid has no stretch and your snagged

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

I half to agree with you for sure thanks for watching

[@tlllau]

👍

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Thanks for watching

[@whatsthatguydoin8603]

I’m not a fan of braid.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Oh really what is your your reason?

[@FishfearmeStudios]

I view braid and mono like a fork and a spoon. They both have specific uses. I use mono ice fishing and river fishing. It has enough memory to slightly limit my casts so I can hit exact spots without overcasting. When ice fishing the ice can separate tiny braid strands and weaken it. I use nanofil braid for bait casting because it casts a mile effortlessly and is so strong.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Sounds like you got it figured out for you thanks for watching

[@user-sg8kq7ii3y]

Yes, but there is one HUGE difference...A fork and spoon, made from the same type of metal, will cost nearly the same. But the difference in cost between mono and braid is HUGE. I can buy a 900-yd spool of 15-lb test quality monofilament line for $4-$8, depending on brand. Huge, huge financial advantages to using mono.

[@reelfeelfishing]

Very good information. I use a lot of straight braid. I need to start using leaders more often. And I think I only have one setup with mono. Gotta get on that

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Sounds good braid is good for a lot of applications thanks for stopping by and watching we appreciate it

[@matthewallen9290]

I still use mono for almost everything. More abrasion resistance for cover and the stretch keeps from tearing hooks out. But I like braid when it's windy. You can feel more.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

I always use a leader for braid most definitely in the clear water we have here usually use fluorocarbon to attach it works great I will use about a 15 foot leader

[@masonreppeto882]

braids also like 2-3 times more expensive than mono.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Yes that is true but they each have there own advantages. Braid on a spinning reel or any reel for that matter will outlast monofilament. You will get a lot of memory on mono where braid will outlast it. Plus the sensitivity and casting distance you get with braid is better. But yes I still use mono for some applications especially in the winter throwing tightline and Damiki all though I use 7 pound Sunline Sniper fluorocarbon for the Damiki now. Thanks for watching

[@AnglingSpiders]

Another great video with some great info. Definitely prefer braid.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Awesome thanks for commenting and watching

[@HuntingFarmerOfficial]

Good comparison of two line options 👍

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Glad you enjoyed it thanks for watching

[@jacobkrell7835]

I prefer braid cuase I go fishing for pike and catfish.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

That is a good choice then thanks for watching

[@jamesdishman3359]

I use braid on everything no exceptions!!

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Wow even crankbaits and Texas rig?

[@The_Multi-species_Angler]

Good info probably why I lost so many bass on the frog with a leader instead of straight braid.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Give this a try hope it helps thanks for watching

[@StacySalmans]

Good info, always good to have a combination of line types on reels.

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

You are right there thanks for watching

[@JordanAkin-dx3su]

I catch fish all the time on high vis braid line . You make it seem like you won't catch any on just braid to bait or lure

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Well I can tell you right now if you are fishing in clear water with visibility of 10-12 foot smallmouth do not like it. But maybe you got some fish that don’t care 🤷‍♂️ now when I flip braid I don’t have a leader but on my spinning reels I always have a leader our water is just so clear it makes the most sense.

[@JordanAkin-dx3su]

@@joshandhuntersadventures5046 i fish mainly cats but also catch bluegill and perch on it and bass

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

@@JordanAkin-dx3su hey if it works keep doing it

[@HighEndTroutFishing]

good review ! thank you ~

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Thanks for stopping by and watching

[@SWCFLORIDA]

Here in Florida we run braid all the time I prefer 30 #. The wife likes 40#. With all the grass we fish you have to run it. I tell clients all the time. “ Get rid of that leader. That’s the weak spot”. They never do till that Jumbalina snaps off. Great video and great tips

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

I here you down there I’m sure you need it thanks for watching we appreciate it

[@After5Outdoors]

I quit using Mono along time ago. My fishing conditions differ a little from yours. I fish mainly rocks and most of our fish have teeth. The abrasion resistance coupled with no memory make braid my go to line for my fishing conditions. I do use a flourocarbon leader as well. I'll be sure to check out the knot you suggested. I currently use the Surgeons knot when connecting braid to flouro A very well put together video sir. Well explained and your videography is good. Thanks for sharing!!

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Awesome glad you enjoyed the video I appreciate you stopping by and watching

[@After5Outdoors]

@@joshandhuntersadventures5046 Ill be back!

[@adijolixsitukangmancing4147]

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[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

Glad you enjoyed it thanks for watching

[@frankbrowning8113]

I use 4 pound braided

[@joshandhuntersadventures5046]

I haven’t tried anything less than 8 not sure if I have seen anything lighter here in my area though really.

[@frankbrowning8113]

Rural king has it if you have those in your area 4 pound diamier 10 pound strength