Fishing Lines [Reviews, Tests, & Experiments]

Seems like fishing lines are one of the most overlooked pieces of fishing equipment of them all.

And that’s a problem because the lines we decide to use can make a big difference on our results.

So we build this page so that you can see the latest and greatest fishing line reviews and experiments that we have performed in our grand quest to find the best fishing line for our various needs.

Best of all, this is all 100% free from influence from any corporate sponsors so there is no bias… we gain nothing whether you buy from one brand or another.

Enjoy!

Fishing Line Articles Below:

This Simple Tip Can Help You Catch More “Leader-Shy” Fish

Do you fish in high-pressure areas? Fish can often be "leader-shy," but this simple tip can make your fishing leader much more invisible.
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Clinch Knot vs. Uni Knot [Braid, Mono & Fluoro Knot Strength Tests]

Clinch Knot or Uni Knot? This post tests the Clinch Knot vs. Uni Knot on fluoro, mono & braid line to see which knot is the strongest for each type of line.
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Berkley Vanish Leader Line vs. Mainline [Abrasion & Knot Strength Test Results]

Want to get more leader line for less money? In this article, we test to see whether Berkley Vanish leader line or mainline performs better on the water.
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Knot Strength Test Results: Berkley Vanish vs. Seaguar Blue Label

Want to see which fluoro line is better for stronger knots? We test the Berkley Vanish and Seaguar Blue Label lines to see which has the strongest knots.
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Berkley Vanish vs. Seaguar Blue Label Fluorocarbon Lines [Abrasion Test Results]

Want to see which fluoro line in really more abrasion resistant? Then check out the shocking results to this Berkley Vanish vs Seaguar Experiment.
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What Is The Best Monofilament Line For Abrasion Strength?

This post shows a "Best Monofilament Line" experiment where 4 of the most popular monofilament lines are put to the test to see which one can handle abrasion the best. See the full results including a video of the test here.
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How Much Farther Can You Cast With A 10 lb Line vs. 20 lb Line? Results Here

Have you ever been curious to know how much farther you can cast with a lighter line compared to a thicker line? Well then you have to see the results from this experiment.
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Braid vs. Mono Abrasion Strength Experiment [Vertical & Horizontal Tests]

In this post, you'll see how the abrasion strength of a fishing line made of braid compares to line made from traditional monofilament. This test is focused on seeing how the lines handle being rubbed against a rough surface in a structured test.
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Braid vs. Mono Casting Distance Experiment [Both Light & Heavy Lures]

You've got to see this experiment where we tested how much further a braid fishing line casts compared to a monofilament line in its same power class. Enjoy
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Seaguar vs. Yo-Zuri [Fluorocarbon Leader Abrasion Strength Test]

Wondering if you should get Seaguar Fluorocarbon or Yo-Zuri? Check out the results of this abrasion strength experiment between their popular lines.
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How To AVOID Wind Knots and Tangles With Braided Line

Want to discover 14 tips to help eliminate wind knots, tangles, and frustration with braided line? Then check out this ultimate wind knot post
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Is Fluorocarbon Leader More Abrasion Resistant Than Traditional Mono Leader?

Want to see if fluorocarbon leader line is truly more abrasion resistant than monofilament line? Then check out this test which shows shocking results.
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[Knot Strength Experiment] Seaguar Blue Label vs. Red Label Leader Line

Wondering if the added cost of Seaguar's Blue Label leader line is worth it? Well here's an independent review showing its knot strength test results.
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Seaguar Leader Line Abrasion Test (Blue Label vs. Red Label)

Do you want to know if the "Blue Label" Seaguar leader line is really better than the "Red Label" line? Find out in this leader line strength test.
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Is Fluorocarbon Leader Really Stronger Than Main Line? [Test Results]

Countless anglers have asked why fluorocarbon leader line is so much more expensive than fluorocarbon main line. So I did a test... check out the results.
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