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SALE PowerPro® Braided Spectra® Fiber Micro Filament Line - 300 Yards
PowerPro's high-performance Spectra® braid handles like mono and has one of the highest strength-to-diameter ratios available. This Braided Spectra's Enhanced Body Technology™ delivers a compact, abrasion-resistant line with a smooth surface texture and virtually no spool memory. PowerPro Braided Spectra line is designed with minimal stretch for an awesome feel and ultra-sensitive for increased strike detection.
Pound Test Conversion
5 lb. test = 1 lb. Monofilament Diameter
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Pound Test Conversion
5 lb. test = 1 lb. Monofilament Diameter
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PowerPro's high-performance Spectra® braid handles like mono and has one of the highest strength-to-diameter ratios available. This Braided Spectra's Enhanced Body Technology™ delivers a compact, abrasion-resistant line with a smooth surface texture and virtually no spool memory. PowerPro Braided Spectra line is designed with minimal stretch for an awesome feel and ultra-sensitive for increased strike detection.
Pound Test Conversion
5 lb. test = 1 lb. Monofilament Diameter
10 lb. test = 2 lb. Monofilament Diameter
15 lb. test = 4 lb. Monofilament Diameter
20 lb. test = 6 lb. Monofilament Diameter
30 lb. test = 8 lb. Monofilament Diameter
40 lb. test = 10 lb. Monofilament Diameter
50 lb. test = 12 lb. Monofilament Diameter
65 lb. test = 16 lb. Monofilament Diameter
80 lb. test = 18 lb. Monofilament Diameter
100 lb. test = 20 lb. Monofilament Diameter
Pound Test Conversion
5 lb. test = 1 lb. Monofilament Diameter
10 lb. test = 2 lb. Monofilament Diameter
15 lb. test = 4 lb. Monofilament Diameter
20 lb. test = 6 lb. Monofilament Diameter
30 lb. test = 8 lb. Monofilament Diameter
40 lb. test = 10 lb. Monofilament Diameter
50 lb. test = 12 lb. Monofilament Diameter
65 lb. test = 16 lb. Monofilament Diameter
80 lb. test = 18 lb. Monofilament Diameter
100 lb. test = 20 lb. Monofilament Diameter
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I will be respooling a reel soon that I use in Lake Lanier and in many golf course ponds. The water is either extremely muddy or stained. I am also going for largemouth bass when I fish freshwater. What color line and what kind of line should I use? I also do not want to spend alot of money on line.
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PowerPro braid in Moss Green rules the roost. Use 2 ft. of mono or florocarbon leader on the end. PowerPro may SEEM expensive at first, but it lasts literally for YEARS, no kidding. Strength to Diameter is off the chart, and it is tough and very abrasion resistant. Almost ZERO stretch, and super sensitive.
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I fish northern pike, walleye and small mouth/largemouth bass. My favorite lake is "clear as a bell" all summer. I fish with a friend who uses clear mono....I use 10-20 lb green PowerPro...no leader, and using same or similar plugs I catch just as many as he does ! Hope this helps !A:
I'm an avid Bass Angler. I have Power Pro 10lb -20lb Braided line spooled on all my Rod/Reel Set ups. It is a little expensive, but it is very worth it! it holds well and performs like a champ when a bass decides to weave through weeds! It has yet to let me down! Good Luck and happy Fishin!
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I MAINLY FISH SALTWATER, BUT I WOULD USE 30LB-40LB POWER PRO BRAID, GREEN COLOR. THIS LINE WILL LAST SOME TIME BEFORE HAVING TO RESPOOL.Q:
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I'm going to be using this line for Catfishing. How would you rate the abrasion resistance?
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Abrasion resistance is very good. I've had it wrapped around Mangrove roots, tree limbs, dock pilings, and concrete bridge pilings, and was able to get the fish out 90% of the time. Sharp stuff like oyster shells will shred it pretty bad, to non-usable status after, but will usually still hold to get the fish in!A:
I use 65 lb test on my trolling rods and 50 lb test on spinning gear. The braid has not given away do to abrasion. However, do use a 2-3 ft florocarbon leaders 30 40 lb test. If have to break off. the leader breaks before braid.
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The abrasion resistance is probably the best I have ever seen, and I have been using braid for 10 years now. You can't beat power pro for its strength to line diameter ratio!A:
Very high. More attention should be paid to the knot as many knots do not work on braid line.A:
Very Good. The strongest line I've ever used.
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This line holds up pretty well to abarasion, but catfish teeth may be a bit much for this line.Details:
I fish 90% in fresh water,for brook trout. I got 10 lb power pro, and was wondering how often to change the line?I have heard of people using the line for five years in row and it still works!Then I read the questions and answers , and some people say when the coating wears off!How long does that take?I know it depends on how often you use it , but what is the average?Answers
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I've used PowerPro for over 10 years, and some of it from the first outfits are STILL in use! I unspooled it from the reel onto a second reel, and then onto a spare spool, and back onto the original reel, so it's reversed. Still works great. I only replace it when it starts getting 'fuzzy' frayed areas, cutting it back to good line. If it gets low on the spool, take it off and add mono backing underneath to bring fill level back up. The color may wear off, but a colored Magic Marker or two makes it any color you want, or 'camo' combo.
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Some lines are very sensitive to UV decay...so if they are exposed to sunlight it can ruin the line quicker. Also the line can get worn down from constant water exposure and can wear from constant structure abrasion. In my personal experience I change line once a season. power pro has the highest abrasion resistance I have ever seen so you should be good to go as long as you change it every year. Changing line every year also gives me the opportunity to clean my gear and regrease bearings in my reels...etc. Hope this helps, and good luck!A:
I usually change this line when it starts to fade alot. I mean you can still use it far after that but thats when I change itA:
i've used mine for 2 yrs and reverse spooled the line for 2more yrs with no problems if it starts to fray just cut off and keep fishingA:
change when it starts fading in colorA:
Using it in fresh water is easier on the line than salt. It depends on how muck abraisionit is exposed to. 2to3 yrs.
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There's two things that you should look for when you are inspecting your line (And you should inspect your line periodically).First, check your line for knicks and fraying. There's nothing worse than losing that big fish because your line broke in a weak spot.
Second, look at the color of your line. The lighter the color gets, the older and more vulnerable your line gets.
Good luck, and good fishing!
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I bought the 5# braided to try on my spinning reel for trout. I typically use 4# fluorocarbon. Has anyone used the 5# in clear waters for trout and had success? Do you need to tie knots differently on braided line compared to fluorcarbon?Answers
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For very clear water situations, I'd recommend adding about 10 feet of Florocarbon to the PowerPro, as it's not clear like mono/Floro. I use back to back Uniknots to join braid to Mono/Floro. PowerPro is slicker than Mono/Floro, so doubling it, and or adding a couple or three wraps will usually alleviate any slippage problems. Tie and spool a couple of feet of Mono/floro onto your spool first, THEN tie braid to IT, to anchor it. PowerPro is so slick that the whole fill of line will spin around the spool!A:
Braid lines need to be tied differently. You can find many useful knots by getting on the web and typing in Knots for braid or Knots used for braid fishing line!!A:
I did exactly the same thing and found that the knots don't hold up as well unless I run the braid through the eyelet of the snap swivel TWICE. I actually use a barrel swivel, too, and put a piece of mono about 3 ft long to improve invisibility for the trout. This year, I'm actually using 10 lb braid and 8 lb mono for a leader. The leader also helps keep the braid off the rocks (braid is not at all abraision resistant - rocks will cut it pretty easily).A:
Use a double surgeon's knot. It's easy to tie and th tag ends are parellel to the running line. This knot goes through the guides better than most knots.A:
I do not change knots for braid. I would not use braid for clear water trout fishing unless you tie a floro leaderA:
knot wise. the best knot for braid is the snell knot. Since braid line doesn't hold knots as well this one works great. Your hook will straighten out before the knot comes loose.A:
YES, Braid does not tie the same. If you don"t have the right knot it will slip.A:
The only braid knot you need is a palomar knot. Look it up, memorize it, and you'll never see an unwound knot again in your lifetime.A:
Yes you do. Braided line has to be wet in order for the knot to stay. I only use the polamar knot for braid and had no problems.Answers
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This line does not hold the color after extended use. My experience show it to hold up for approximately 20 hours of hard use. After that it begins to fade. It does hold the hi vis yellow longer than most braids.A:
Yes, it does not fade like other brands. I have yellow braid that is two years old and it still holds it's color.A:
no...not in salt waterA:
The Line may fade slightly in color, but as long as the line is cleaned and left out of the sun, it will hold color very well!
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it holds its color very well i have had some of it on my catfish reel for a month and its still holding it colorA:
It does, I've had for almost a year an a half and it stills holds the color. I recommend to wash thoroughly with running water after each use and most if it's saltwater.Answers
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Excellent for saltwater! Super thin diameter allows outrageous line capacity, and much longer casts. Almost zero stretch means awesome sensitivity and feel...you can tell sand from rock bottom in 100+ feet of water with your sinker when Grouper fishing, and it doesn't let him get back to his hole just from the line stretch like mono. Abrasion resistance is great, and it's not that expensive to use when it literally lasts for years!A:
yes with no problemsA:
YES It is excellant in saltA:
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I use it exclusively and the color dulls, but the quality maintains and I always use a Floro leaderA:
Ihave used the same line 30lbs red line for a while with no flourocarbon leader and it wrks great.
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I think Power Pro works very well in saltwater. Avoid the 50 lb test spools and the red colors as they seem to under test.* Go with the 30 lb or 65 lb and add a little mono backing to your reel.
* Use a Double Uni Knot with 5 twists for tying knots.
* Always use a leader for saltwater
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PowerPro is excellent in salt waterA:
yes sir good for anything
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Low vis green works very well for me in Florida. The color fades after a while but it does not affect the lines integrity. I've caught a lot of Bass using Power Pro Low Vis Green braided line, and don't intend to use anything else.A:
I kayak fish in the intracoastal in West Palm Beach at least three times a week. I carry multiple ugly stik "SPL 1100 4'8" rods with 30-35 series reels and 15 and 20lb test. several rods have Hi-vis red and the others have the green and I have found no noticeable difference in catching fish. I started using leader material when my line was breaking and I kept losing my lures to monster snook. Later I found out that it was my "palomar knot" breaking and switched to a "double palomar knot" and i'm back to using NO leader with great success. The Hi-vis red is my preference though as it's easier to see out of the water.A:
There seem to be many bad red batches of this stuff floating around. I Only use the green, I have yet to get a bad batch of anything green.Stay away from the 50 lb test.
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color is your choice, in clear water you should use a clear leaderA:
low vis green
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i like using green and yellow but i dont know if red worksA:
If you need to see your line use Yellow.If you are fishing in deeper water, maybe red. Red light doesn't travel far under water, so it can't b seen.
Green is the hardest color for fish to see.
It comes down to what you are doing and preference. I use the green and have had great success in the
Adirondaks and coastal waters in Florida.
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I like the green. Even in clear water it is hard to see.A:
I like yellow for worming or jigging as it is easy to see the line in most light conditions. I fish stained water. In very clear water I suggest a 6-10 foot mono leader
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It depends on what type of fishing you are doing.Hi Vis Yellow for topwater.
Green for crankbaits, plastics, and jigs.
I have not used the Red as of yet.
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can fish see the hi-vis yellow?what is most popular size to fish for bass?
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I always tie mono or florocarbon to PowerPro, as it's not clear like mono. A couple of feet will do in most situations, although some guys tie direct for Bass in heavy cover, with cloudy or stained water, and it works for them. Just my old habits, I guess. In Florida, most Bass fisherman go way overboard ( my opinion ) with braid, with 50, 65, and 80 lb. for flipping of real heavy cover. I run 10 or 20 lb. on spinners, and 30 lb.on baitcasters. RARELY, I'll go to 50 lb. on baitcasters for fishing live shiners for 'pigs' in the woods', or Snook fishing tight creeks in saltwater.
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Yes I have a 14 pound fluorocarbon leader. Fish can spot it.A:
I use Hi Vis and it works only if you have a 5-6 ft floro leader. The braid cuts through weeds very well, that is a great advantage
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Yes, you can. If the need arises that you need to use a leader, you can put a leader on braided line.A:
I'm not a fish so cant say for sure, but I would think in shallow clear water the yellow would be quite visible to the fish.For Largemouth / Smallmouth 20 lb is most commonly used. For Stripers and other inshore saltwater fish 30 lb or 65 lb is used, depending on how long you want to fight the fish. Stay away from 50 lb test and anything red.
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yes tie a leader hand fish can see the yeelow in clear waters. I would by 15-30 lb test for bass
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20 to 65 lb worksno fish dont see the yellow
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I haven't used the yellow, but I like the 20 pound test. It has the diameter of 6 pound and is very flexible. It works well on spinning and baitcasting reels too.A:
Some people think the fish can see it but are split on whether it attracts or scares them. If you are concerned, tie on a 6 foot mono leader using back to back uni knots. Line size depends on what weight bait you throw and where you throw it. I use 10 lb for unweighted worms and other small baits ( baitcasting) but use 30 lb for carolina rigging when dragging rocky bottoms.A:
Fish can see colors. I'm not sure what is with the trend toward colored line. I prefer dark green or black line or clear line for bait fishing.
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I use the red color and have a lot of bass hitting my bait. Yellow had tarpon hit (which is a hard fish to get with artificials) and I think yellow would work for you. I would use 20 pound line is you are fishing a snag free area. If there is a lot of cover and brush, making a snag easy, I would use higher test line.Details:
Just bought some 20# pound tuffline? I'v heard mixed reviews! I float in the french broad river for smallies with 8 pound fluoro. line. The last time I was out I cought 30 or so but lost two 5+ pounders, they got me over and under some rocks it was a heart breaker! Im fishing with a Pflueger Trion GX-7 Spinning Reel - 4735GX. I'm tired of losing hogs and 8 dollar lures! Any advice would be much appreciated!!!Images for this Question
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Have 4 spinning reels spooled with Power Pro. Works better than any other braid have tried.
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Possibly, but line might work better! Then again, that is just my opinion.
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yes but not this braid, suffix
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Yes, braided line will work very well with your spinning reels. I use 15lb Low Vis Green on my ultra light spinning reel and it works great. There is no line memory and I haven't gotten any wind knots using it.If you want a stronger line, you can go up a little bit to 20lb braided line (equivalent to 6lb test in monofilament), or even 30lb braided line (equivalent to 8lb test in monofilament), on your spinning reel.
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I use green 30# PowerPro for almost all of my inshore salt water fishing, very resistant to breakage, and use it on spinning rods with no problemsA:
I fish for smallies and pike in Ely, MN each spring and found the 20 pound Power Pro to work great on my spinning and baitcasting reels. I got tired of the pike biting through my line so I switched to braided. For the most part my idea worked. I only lost 1 lure this year due to getting bitten off.A:
Yes it will. Braided lines work great as they have no spool memory. Just make close the bail by hand and make sure the line starts winding correctly. This will avoid knotting
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Yes! I use this on introductory spinner reels and high end reels. It will work well and 20 pounds is very thin and hard to see. I like the red color and have alot of luck with it.A:
don't be afraid of the Power Pro line I use the 30# test up here in Maine and alot of our lakes have rocks and bolders this line can take it and it is great on a spinning reel. I got the green line it dosn't float and knotts are strong with this line the Palamar knott is pretty easy.A:
yes, i will def work on spinning reels. i know because it's on my spinning reel and have had no problemsA:
Depends on the clarity of the water. If you deal with murky water, then 20-lb. braid should never lose another smallmouth again. If you deal with clear water, then 20-lb. braid may never catch another smallmouth again. I've had bad experiences with line visibility in that weight class under certain conditions. It might benefit you more to scale up flourocarbon or mono (<8-lb.) rather than move to braid.Answers
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The 'swish' sound is totally normal. On the TV fishing shows, you can tell in an instant if they are using braid, by the 'squeaky-swish' sound pumping fish under tension of the line thru the guides, with the lapel/collar microphone about a foot from the reel. Kinda like sliding your fingers quickly on guitar strings. PowerPro braid is the best in NOT chewing up guides like some other braids are noted for. Perfectly round, fused, and slick.A:
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The Noise should not be a problem. I get the same noise with most of my spinning braid setups. Make sure your eyes are cutproof and check them for chips / cracks as this will ruin your braid.A:
Yes because the line is so hard surfaced. It will make noise going through the pole's line guides also. If you are using good quality equipment there will be no damage. I have used this line for years with no problem
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If you are refering to the braid "singing" or "whirping" through the guides, then yes, that is normal.
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I had the same problem, but never any breaks or fray of the line. After using the line for a while, the buzz went away.A:
yes the braided line dose make noise when you reel it . I have the green 30# on a Quantam reel on a Bionic rod and I get that noise but it won't effect the fishing.A:
yes this is normal it does the same exact thing on my two diawa strikeforces and my two rods as well. Dont be worried.A:
Mine makes noise when the wind blows. I love the sound but all my poles that i use braid on makes noise!
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With most braids it is. Stainless rod eyes are noisier than the ceramic or alum oxide eyes. Once you get used to it it doesn't hurt anything or spook the fish that I've found.
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