Bass Pro Shops® XPS® Signature Series Fluorocarbon Fishing Line
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- Disappears in the water
- Twice as dense as monofilament
- Low stretch for increased sensitivity
- Low water absorption for superior knot strength
After winning not one, but four Bassmaster Classics® on our advanced fluorocarbon line, Kevin VanDam is ardently spreading the word about its unique fishing characteristics. Like us, Kevin believes that using XPS® Signature Series Fluorocarbon will help you catch more fish--even in ultra-clear water because fluorocarbon has almost the same refractive index as water, so it virtually disappears when wet. Plus, this line is nearly twice as dense as mono, so it sinks faster than the same diameter monofilament and allows better control of your lures. But the part you'll like even better is its low stretch, which translates directly to increased sensitivity; unlike fishing with mono, you'll feel every tick. With low water absorption for superior knot strength, high abrasion resistance and long-wearing built-in UV protection, XPS® Fluorocarbon is a proven winner - just ask Kevin VanDam, he's used the line to win 4 Bassmaster Classics! Color: Clear.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by bigbobsfish fishing line
I use to use Trilene Florocarbon fishing line. I could not get the 1000 yard spools. I have been using bass pro shops XPS for two years and love it.
May 13, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5 by SlapShot268 Not bad/ Not the best
I bought this line 14lb after having issues with a different brand. I spooled my real and used plenty of KVD L&L. First use was good. Very little memory and casted very well. Knots needed some attention. I use the berkley braid knot and I was able to pull the knot out sometimes. After use for a week, I notice that the line has kinks in it here and there and a bit more memory has shown up. I spray the spool down with KVD L&L after each day of fishing. Get occasional over run and leave that up to operator error. Better than some but not than others.
May 7, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by miles0225 Nice Buy
I like how this line disappears in the water and it's less dense than mono. I like the low stretch and how sensitive it is. I would recommend this Fluorocarbon line to any angler I use to only use Mono but after using this line I'm hooked.
May 7, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5 by Primeaux Great Line
Been using this Fluorocarbon line for 2 years now. Use 10-25 lb test. Would put this line up against any other name brand on the shelf. Use for pleasure and tournament fishing. Low memory, sensitive, durable, and cost efficient.
April 30, 2013
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definately. You will have a little memory with the fluoro, but no more than with big game( my favorite mono)
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It's all according to your reel size. You can go up to 10lb flouro but you will lose a little distance on your cast and it will feel and handle slightly different. You may also experience the line unwinding off the spool. I always spool mine just slightly less than I would with mono. I also stop the line after my cast with my index finger of my casting hand. This will keep the line from unwinding by itself before you close the bail. I also let the line brush my finger while reeling in. This keeps a little extra tension on the line and makes it wind up on the spool a little better.A:
yes if your reel can handel it look at the reel and see if it is rated for 10lb test or you can look at the diameter of the line and if its close i would say yesA:
Yes, most fluorocarbon line has a smaller diameter. Just check the diameter of the current mono you use and look at the diameter of the fluorocarbon you want to use. Most reels will give you a guide line to the size and yds of line to spool. If you use a larger diameter line just spool a little less.A:
Absolutely yes you can use 10lb flouro, as opposed to 8lb mono on a spinning reel. I however, use 20lb braided line with a 12lb flouro leader on my spinning set-up. My other alternative is 10lb "magna-thin Stren Line", because even though its mono, it handles better on a spinning rod than flouro, I think.A:
Absolutely not! A ten pound flourocarbon has less stretch and is way more sensitive than mono. On 8 pound mono you will miss alot of fish on the hookset because of the stretch especially on a spinning reel where you want to set your drag where it will pull out a little on the hookset especially when you have a bite close to the boat. If you get a bite on a long cast away from the boat at least you have flourocarbon that has alot lower stretch than mono. Remember on a spinning reel with light line you are usually using a light lure and the reason you are using light line is because of a finesse presentation when the fish are either pressured or real finicky. I believe that when im using 10 pound flourocarbon im getting more bites because it is invisible and it sinks.A:
Never tried it, but I've read that FL does not perform well on spinning reels, because of the loops. Recommend use a pound test (diameter) smaller and use plenty of KVD Line and Lure conditioner.A:
The key here would be the actual line diameter. If the fluorocarbon line is the same or close diameter to the 8 lb mono then I would say definitely. Also, while spinning reels don't suffer as much from the same problems as bait casters with fluorocarbon, I would HIGHLY recommend using some of the Kevin Van Damm line conditioner. I use the Bass Pro XPS Fluorocarbon on my bait casters and the conditioner makes all the difference in the world. My casts are much smoother and the it takes the "springieness" out of the line so it doesn't overrun. Another plus is it really does makes your cast distance much further with little effort. As far as bang for your buck goes, if you do use Fluorocarbon, I definitely recommend the Bass Pro XPS. Hope this helpsA:
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Yes, you can put 10 fluoro on it. it going to be about the same diameter as 8 mono.
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Yes. Better fill than mono. Don't spool as much as you would mono. Fluoro doesn't have memory like mono. Will explode off reel and tangle if spooled to much.Answers
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Mono line is good for spinning reels (stren) floro line works great on bait casters XPS is one of the best. Make sure you spool the reel correctly if you dont know utube it.A:
Make sure when you spool the line onto a spinning reel it is not twisting, if so flip the line spool over. Also after you get the line on your reel, when out on the lake, let all the line out while idling along, this will take out any twists.A:
This is common. what has helped me with this situation is two things. 1) I fill my spool with the line, then i tie it off to an object and walk it all back off until i am down to almost the knot on the spool. 2) then, i pull a tight line and as i begin to reel the line back on the spool tight every 25-30 yards i spray some of the KVD line spray. This should help with both problems.A:
The line size maybe to large. I found 10 lbs test is the largest size that works for spinning gear. Another thing you might want to try is to put no more than 100 yards on the spool. I found that this helps too.A:
Make sure you are filling you reel in the same direction as the line comes off the filler spool. Start by laying the spool flat on the floor and stop after 20 or so handle turns and allow slack in the line. If it starts to tangle, flip the spool over on the floor and continue filling. Only fill your reel to about three quarters of what you normally do with mono. And with all lines, after making a cast, close the bail with your hand, not by turning the reel handle and this will reduce the amount of line twist.A:
The reason you are having this trouble is that the line is getting twisted. The natural movement of a spinning reel creates twist. Picture your line looking like a peice of licorice. Thats whats happening. Here are a few things to try.- when spooling the reel, lay the filler spool on the ground. Wind the line onto the reel and do it slowly. Stop reeling and check for twist. If it is twisting, turn the spool over. and repeat process until reel is full.
-Also leave about a 1/4' from the top of the reel's spool. This will help with the line flying off the reel.
-Some baits cause twist if the are not aligned properly. Plastic worms have to be lined up dead straight.
-if line gets stwisted on the water, you can cut the bait off and let the line out behind the boat. this will un-twist it. If you are on a bank, just leave the line in the water and walk down the bank.
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when spooling your line, lay your spool down upside down. That will keep your line from twisting.A:
Flourocarbon is challenging for spinning reels so you have to stretch the line out after you roll it and it will be fine.
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First; Make sure you are loading the reel spool in the same direction as the line comes off the feed spool. Second; Never close the bail automatically by cranking the handle. Always close it manually. If you have a reel with an auomatic bail trigger, get rid of it!Thirdly; Replace the line often. I usually don't use the same monofilament line more than twice. (two fishing trips). Catching fish is always better than losing tackle!
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I use this line on my spinning rods with no problems, maybe you are spooling it on against the natural flow that it spools off the spool. Also I wouldn't recomend using anything over 8# on spinning reels. Spinning reels also create alot of line twist naturally that can be eliminated by placing your lure on a leader attached with a barrel swivel. remember to manually close teh bale of your reel instead of turning your handle to do this, it can cause severe line twist.
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All fluoro takes extra care on a spinning reel because it has more memory than mono. Do NOT close your bail by cranking, close it by hand. Cranking imparts twist. If you fight a fish that pulls drag, that also adds twist. Certain lures (in-line spinners for example) add twist. Remove twist by dragging the line (without a lure) behind your boat at idle speed and crank it in.If you don't like the extra care needed for line twist, consider putting braid on your reel with a 6 ft. leader of fluoro, tied on with a uni to uni knot.
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I am looking for a line that has no stretch for more sensitivity.Answers
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XPS bass pro line would be great for your needsA:
Fluorocarbon line has less stretch than mono, but more stretch than braided lineA:
I use this line on 15 reels and it has very little stretch. Best line for the money.A:
Braid has no stretch, fluoro has very little and mono has by far the most. If you are used to fishing mono, fluoro will seem like it has none. Fluoro is very sensitive. I prefer fluoro to braid since it is invisible and use it as my main line or as a leader tied to braid.These days I only use mono for bobber fishing with my grandson for bluegill.
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IT HAS NONE. THANKS, BOBBYA:
this line is very sesitive. no stretchA:
Only slightly less than mono.A:
Braid line has no stretchand very sensitivity.A:
BPS. fluorocarbon line does'nt stretch !!and has the best lure persentation.
FISH don't see it !! Check your Line
Strength to be applyed..
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If you want no stretch at all, you want braided line. Floro, mono, and co-polymers are all going to have some degree of stretch. I have tried braid before for dropshotting for the same reason as you....no stretch and more sensitivity (actually, didn't care much about the stretch but wanted to have a more senstive line). Used it once and went back to my 8 lb floro because I couldn't feel the bottom with the braid like I could with the floro. I prefer, and exclusively use, Seaguar florocarbon more most of my applications.
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it is very low in stretch... its stronger and blends in more than monofilamentDetails:
Is this line better than Bekleys 100% fluorocarbon. I know KVD uses it so it has to be decent.Answers
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I hated it personally. It would peel apart and fray on me like string cheese, a problem I never had with the Berkley. Now, I only use Seaguar. I've tried them all and it is the one I like the best.A:
I like it much better. It has less memory and it is more flexable. Great knot strength as well. I landed a 57 1/2 pound flat head catfish today on the 8 pound in this line. It's cheaper than most others as well. I have tried about 6 other florocarbon lines and this is the one I use now.Images for this Answer
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In my opinion they are nearly identical, I have used both a lot. If I can't get the XPS shipped in time and I run out I buy the Berkley or Seaguar. But it is usually at least $5 bucks more for 200ydsA:
No comparison!!! I tried this and wasted not only the $75 for the line, but $40 in lures this weekend alone. I'm trashing the rest and going back to Berkley!A:
Don't worry about what KVD uses. And I mean that in a good way. I was always a big Berkley fan, until I started using the BPS floro last year. It's an awesome combination of strength and castability and has little to no memory depending on the size. You have to give it a try on both baitcasters and spinning gear to really see the difference. By the way, KVD has been my source of info for years and I even got a chance to fish with him at Lake Champlain and Oneida Lake in Syracuse.A:
I can't say it is a better product but in my opinion it is as good and for the price it is a better bargainA:
I've been using Berkley 100% fluoro on my rods,tried some XPS and feel it's as good as or better than Trilene. I wouldn't put too much stock in what kvd is using or any other tournament fisherman,they get paid to use it.
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Yes it is better. Go to the Tackletour website and read their test results. They tested this and several other fluorocarbon lines that cost 3 times as much. They did about 10 different test and this line came out a close 2nd to another fluorocarbon line that cost around $40 for 200 yards. I did not think BPS made such great line until I tried this line and talked to others that use this and nothing else when using fluorocarbon. A lot better that Berkley !!A:
Wouldn't say it's any better, but it's at least equal quality line at a value price.
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I have used Berkley Vanish and did not like it at all. I have heard good things about Berkley 100% fluorocarbon though but I have not used it, is an upgrade from the vanish. I just reviewed the XPS and really like it. It is made by a Japanese company that is the leader in the fluorocarbon line manufacturing. I will bet that Bass Pro shops has a deal with them and they just put their label on it. They do the same thing with their reels. Bass Pro Shops reels, Abu Garcia, and Pflueger all come out of the same "Pure Fishing " factory. Hope this helps."Massbasser"
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this line is just as good. try it and dont forget to use KVD line and lure conditioner.It really helps.Images for this Answer
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i use palomar knot with spit and the line just pops, lost two nice luresAnswers
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Your knot is ok. you need to change your line. sometimes fluorocarbon gets weak atfer being out in the sun light.
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I use a palomar knot when attaching directly to a hook, and use a trilene knot when tying to a lure or jig. never had either break.
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use the regular palomar know... if the line pops... its not your knot its the fact that the line isnt big enough
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I use the good ole double fisherman's knot for worm applications, and the palomar knot for drop shotting. If you tie the knot right, a good fisherman's knot should hold, although tests have proven a palomar knot to be the strongest knot.A:
Palomar is a super knot, but sometimes floro is unforgiving. I have used the palomar on smaller size line and used an extra tag to hold it in place. A dab of super glue works great. An improved cinch seems to work best for me, even a unit knot, wrapped 7 times has been good. Hang in there.A:
The generic fishing knot or the "improved clinch knot" works well with this line. I've also found tying an overhand knot on top of your first knot, whatever that may be, seems to help secure the line onto the lure better.A:
I use a Palomar knot exclusively with this line. ALWAYS wet the line when you pull it down, or you're asking for trouble.
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Bassmaster Elite Series Pro Edwin Evers reccomends an improved kinch knot for all flurocarbon applications.
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go with the eugene bend knot. it holds up better than a palomarA:
Palomar is the best, assess your casting method. All Fleuoro lines ,when they snap, usually snap at the knot under pressure. A person who has a tendency to cast hard or fast will exp this. Try smoothing out your cast or slowing down a tad. Dont forget to moisten your knot also, spit works best, pull the knot slowly till its cinched down. After the knot has formed only pull on the tag end not the main line otherwise you will fray the main line and weaken it. Hope this helps.A:
I started using a Eugene Bend Knot after a recommendation in Bassmaster Magazine from Shaw Grigsby. It's not a hard knot to tie and I have had ZERO knot failures on flourocarbon with it.Answers
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I KNOW IT WORKS WELL ON BAITCASTING REELS IM SURE IT WORKS GOOD ON SPINNING REELS TO. THANKS, BOBBYA:
Yes !!As long as you stay under 10 lbs test
Fluorocarbon line and use your drag
When landing larger fish !!
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Yes. I use flourocarbon on all my spinning reel rods.A:
Yup, as long as you don't try to go to heavy. 6-8lb is good on spinning gear. I've never tried it in spincasters.A:
Spinning reels, performance wise it works great and is invisable, Never used with spin cast reelA:
yes
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Yes !!!! I use either a #6 or #8 on a Quantum Energy spinning reel and never have I had any problems with this line. I use it in a small creek close to my home where small baits are a must and no complaints. After using this, it would be hard for me to recommend any other fluorocarbon for spinning reels since this line is so good !!!!!!!!
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I have used yhe 4lb and 6lb on my Shimano Stradicspinning reels in rockyfreestone streams throwing small cranks and spinners works good Line has a little memory but really not an issue for me in this type of fishing eviroment.
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I have not used on spin casting. For spinning, the 6-8lb test range of flourocarbon is great. I have used the XPS flouro on various spinning reels with minimal problems. Use it for soft plastics, dropshot, shaky head, anything where you want good feel for your line and are fishing something besides topwater.
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I have used both and the only thing I feel that I can't fluro is when I am fishing top water where I don't want my line to sink . I think fluro can be used on any type reel .Answers
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It depends on the depth you are fishing at. If you want your crakbait to stay up in the zone then go with 17 pound fluro. If your fishing deep go with a lighter lineA:
As with all lines, the lighter the line, usually smaller in diameter, allows for better lure action. Always use the smallest line you can based on the cover you are fishing. For most cranking applications you can get away with 8# to 12# line. If you are fishing a lure that has one big hook in stead of treble hooks, you may want to go with 12# and heavier because of the shock from the harder hook sets.A:
Crankbaits will vary. I use anywhere from 10-20 for crankbaits. Heavy Cover (20lb) no cover and deep cranks(10lb) I adsjut accordingly. Line size dictates how deep the bait will dive.Spinnerbaits-17-20lb becasue they are usually fished in heavy cover like wood grass.
Swimbaits-20lb because the fish you get on swimbaits are bigger and you are fishing heavy cover.
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I THINK THE MOST OF THAT IS ABOUT LINE DIAMETER & DEPTH . THE BIGGER THE DIAMETER THE MORE RESISTANCE THE LINE ENCOUNTERS THE LESS DEPTH YOU ACHEIVE & THE THINNER GOES DEEPER. IT DEPENDS ON THE SITUATION.
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I think it's all preference, however I would assume a stronger lb line for swimbaits would be necessary. I have heard many prefer monofilament line for cranbaits, as it stretches and will have a bit of give so that the crank bait does not rip out of the bass' mouth.A:
Floro is super for crankbaits. Depends on the size of the bait and how deep you want it to run. I use 12-14 lb for most. I use 17lb at times for swimbaits, especially if I'm looking for a strong, lower end attitude for the bait. Best way to figure out what you prefer is line a couple of your baitcasters with different size floro and try it out. I don't use floro for my spinnerbaits. A good 12lb mono works best for me.A:
IMO the most important factor is water resistance to the dia.of the line used. A deep diving crank will go much deeper/quicker on 8 lb compared to 25 lb.reverse it if you want it to go shallower.Also the dia. effects the action of your baits once again due to water resistance as fluoro sinks.I would never use fluoro on a top water bait with the exception of a buzz type.
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I can only answer the crainkbait part, but fluorocarbon is great for this application since it will sink faster than mono and does not absorb water like mono does either. I would imagine that it would be the same for swimbaits and spinners since you are looking to get that bait in the strike zone and keep it there as you would when fishing with cranks !!!!!!!!
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The difference is that different baits will have different action on different sizes of lines. You'll just have to experiment with different line sizes until you find an action that you are satisfied with.
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I have 12 pound and 14 pound test in this line. My father in law bought me the 12 pound for Christmas last year and I really like the 12 pound for cranks. Some may think that that is too strong for cranks, but the many videos I have watched on crankbait fishing suggest 10-14 pound, with 12 pound being a nice happy medium. With cranks you want long casts to get the bait down to it's optimum depth, and with the smaller test it creates less drag coming through the water. Generally speaking, the smaller pound test should equal longer casts. For me, 12 pound helps me achieve that. Spinners, swimbaits, etc. you will want to go stronger, maybe 14-17 pound because you are throwing them around thick grass, docks, etc and want to be able to get them out of there and need a heavier line. And, with my expierience, casting distance isn't as important as with spinners and swimbaits, because you are throwing at thicker cover, generally in shallower water, where you need to keep the bait higher, and the thicker line helps with that. Hope this helps!A:
Generally speaking, lighter lures will benefit from the use of lighter line. Fluorocarbon is stiffer than the other line types, so you'll need to go to a light test if you're tossing finesse lures. On the other hand, a big jig or heavy spinnerbait will be able to "pull" the heavier test off of your reel much more easily. I tend to stick with 8 lb. for my finesse and small crank rigs, and 20 lb. for everything else...Details:
Could it withstand pike teeth?Answers
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I hooked a 3lb Chain Pikeral (Florida Pike) and landed him successfully on it. Line didn't take much damage. However, bigger fish might need a braid leader.
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No more than any other line at comparable test. For a flourocarbon leader when fishing for pike you have to use way bigger test, at the very minimum 40lb and I would use 60lb. You can buy it in smaller amounts specifically as leader material.
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it depends on what size line you use, but more than likley not, you might be able to get away with more than 20 but i would put my luck in braid, or what you could do is get a wire liter with flourcarbon as your main line, that would workA:
It is very abrasion resistant but I always use a 3" to 6" steel leader when fishing for pike or musky regardless of the type of line used.A:
THE ONLY COMPARISION I CAN GIVE YOU IS A BOWFIN OR MUD FISH. ON A SMALL DIAMETER LIKE 10-12 IF THE FISH GETS ADDED LEVERAGE AROUND A PEICE OF WOOD YOU WILL DEFINETLY GET TAKEN TO THE CLEANERS. A BIGGER POUND TEST LIKE 17 OR BIGGER MIGHT DO GOODA:
This line can't even cast without breaking! Save your money and frustration!A:
We get a lot of chain pickeral up this way and they can destroy any line after one hit. The heavier the line the better, but again, that depends on your depth and the bait you're using. I've had good luck with the BPS line, although I can tell you I've lost baits to the "toothy ones" on all types of line. Better than average bite recovery with the BPS.
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sure it wil