Kevin VanDam's Line and Lure® Conditioner
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Designed to enhance the presentation of your line, Kevin VanDam’s line and lure conditioner is made specifically to work with today’s more specialized lines. While it positively affects the presentation of your line, the conditioner doesn’t leave an oily residue or make a mess on your tackle and hands like many silicone treatments. It adds yards to your casts, reduces casting effort, and virtually eliminates the frustrations of backlash and line twist. The result: more accurate casts more often with increased distance.
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Rated 4.4 out of 5Â by 76
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Rated 5 out of 5Â by teng Works like a Charm!!
I test it on one of my curado 200e7 with a mono that had so much memory, twists, and kinks that every casts results in a backlash or little distance. I unspooled the entire line and respool it with 2-3 sprays every 20 yds. Next day, it casts as smooth as butter. I only wish they would come in bigger container where you could just dunk the spool into it.
April 10, 2013
Rated 2 out of 5Â by bigbillogna ...works...for a second...
...like...i used this line lube all last yr...and i guess if its your gigg...love it...butt...i found it to last only a short time after putting it on the line and left a dry microskin on the spool and line...
...to say the best about it...i was totally underwhelmed with this product... plain nastification not worthy of my fundage...
....butt..bust~out the blakemore...!!...its the way...!!
April 2, 2013
Rated 5 out of 5Â by basskirkster Must have
I was skeptical about going back to using fluorocarbon since I had issues when I tried it originally. After reading a ton of reviews and having other bass fishermen tell me I need this stuff for fluoro I decided I would try it again. WOW!!! This stuff works great for taking out a lot of the memory issues and also for casting distance. Works great on mono also and is awesome for braid. I will always have a bottle handy.
January 1, 2013
Rated 3 out of 5Â by rockchalk06 Mixed feelings
This product was sold as the solution to just about every line problem there was. I am mildly impressed. While it does work, I don't think its near the product its sold as.
Several people have compared this to Armor All. It smells nothing like Armor All and feels nothing like it either. Armor All dries things out over time. I have not found this to be true with the KVD conditioner.
I had some fluorocarbon and mono lines that had been on the reel for about 3 months. I applied this to them very liberally. I noticed no decrease in line memory. Line did feel smoother and seemed to have less resistance going through the guides. I did not notice any increase in casting distance as well.
Using this on old line is probably why it gets some negative reviews. Where I did notice some improvement is when I started with fresh new line. You have got the shake the guts out of this stuff to make it work. It separates when the bottle sits for any period of time. Shaking it hard mixes it very well.
You really need to apply this to the main spool before spooling up. Soak the main spool and leave it sit for a few hours. Overnight is even better. Start with spooling about 10 yards and soaking the spool down with about 5-6 sprays. It will find its way through all the line. Spool another 10 yards and repeat. Do this until you get the correct amount of line on the spool.
My experience with fluorocarbon and the KVD is somewhat better. There will still be some line memory but it is noticeably better. With mono I cant tell a difference at all. Line memory is still there. With braid it does soften it up a bunch.
This is not a fix all problems with line twist and memory. Care should be taken when spooling up. There are tons of videos on the proper way to do it. Casting reels and spinning reels are different in how the line must be spooled. Spool your line to within 1/8" of spool remaining for both spinning and casting reels. Spooling to much and your going to have line jump off the reel and make a mess. Spooling to less makes the line have to strain to come off the reel. Both of which will cause your casting distance to decrease.
I keep a couple of bottles in my bag and truck. I will continue to use this as it does work. However its not the cure all.
August 22, 2012
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Just was wondering because I saw Bill Dance and Rowland Martin doing a commercial for it and they use it to clean their glasses.
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Bill also said that he uses it under his arms. I think that part was Bill being the goofy Bill he is.A:Â
I would not spray it on mine, no way
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works phenomenally for cleaning all sorts of glasses. I absolutely love it.A:Â
Works great on sunglasses I was skeptical putting anything on my $195 oakleys, but awesome stuff.Details:Â
I was just wondering if there was a scent to this that will affect the fishing experience. Is it scent-free?Answers
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I really cant tell a smell.A:Â
Although I have not done any scientific testing on this product, I don't believe there is. I have used it extensively on walleye, bass, and panfish fishing from boat, shore, and ice fishing. I usually outfish everyone around. If there is any scent distraction, the benefits far overshadow. If someone did do a scientific test and found this product turns fish away, I would be shocked.
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No scent, no problem.
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It has no scent, is colorless and undetectable after it dries.A:Â
As I am typing this I have a bottle on my desk and no there is no odor.
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It has its own light odor, but I don't believe it to be obtrusive to the fish.Answers
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This can be used on any reel baitcaster, spincaster, spinning etc.A:Â
Sure but it won't help it any
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Sure! It can be used on any reel, it is not corrosive and really has no effect on the reel.A:Â
I used it on all my reels and have had no problems whatsoever.
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I believe you can use it on any make or model of reel and any line type.
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yes you can use it on anythingDetails:Â
do you hav to strip off the line or just spray it on the line while still on the reel?Answers
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I spray it on at the end of each outing as I put my equipment back in the rod box. It will soak down into the layers of line. It works best when you let it dry, but also helps if you apply it and use it wet. Don't forget to put a light spray on your guides!A:Â
Just spray it on the line while still on the reel. It will cast alot better 2 or 3 squirts and your good to go.
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Just spray on a few pumps worth, and allow it to soak in. It works best if allowed to soak in over night.
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you can spray it right on the spool after its on but it helps more if you spray it on as you're spooling the line onto the reel.
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Just spray your spool with line on it. It will soak around halfway down in the line.Answers
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I spray the main spool once heavy. I spray it liberally when I spool up .I also spray it the night before I head to the water.When I'm finished for the day, I retie every lure and spray the spool before I put it on the rack.
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twice a day for active fishing
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Spray thoroughly after spooling new line, then after each outing.
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As needed.
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I spray it on the night before i go fish everytime (about 3 times a week).... never had any problems.
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I use it as much as i canDetails:Â
This looks like a good line conditioner, but is it worth the money?Answers
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YES, YES, YES!!! Great for all lines including braided. You can get more distance casting when this conditioner is applied.A:Â
Absolutely, the best that i have used.
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Worth every penny in my opinion!
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Yes.Details:Â
Has anyone ever used this stuff to protect the finish on your rods: guides, inserts, etc.? If so, would you recommend it? Thanks!Answers
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yes, worthless, save your moneyA:Â
As the directions read: "Treat rod guides for extra casting distance. Spray onto reels, tackle and baits to protect finish and keep soft baits from sticking".
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I use the stuff religiously and clean and spray my guides after each fishing trip. It does not keep the lake scum off completely but I don't know how much build up I would have if I did not use it..A:Â
Yes, It works great as a sun screen and keeps the rod real clean. I treat my guides and it seems to help with longer casts.
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I used this spray on my line, the guides, and some of my rod blank. I would definitely recommend this spray. It really helps to combat backlashes. I noticed no oily residue.4 years, 1 month ago
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