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Best Braided Fishing Line for Spinning Reels
Incorporating a braided setup to your spinning reels can be a game changer, no matter how often you fish, or why. Mainly because a braided fishing line is tougher yet sensitive enough to feel even the lightest touch from a fish.
Braided lines are also versatile enough to use for any species, and in any situation an angler may find themselves in.
Also, a braided line lasts for quite a long time on the reel while requiring minimal maintenance. Most are also UV resistant, abrasion and rot resistant.
In fact, using a braided line has so many advantages that I can only think of one aspect that I could call a ‘disadvantage’ – the visibility that some bright colored ones have in the water, as this can be a distraction when fishing in clear water.
Other than that, I’d recommend using it. And to help you along, I’ve compiled a list of the best braided fishing line brands for spinning reels. Enjoy.
Our Choice Selection of Braided Lines
KastKing is an award winning brand that has been committed to providing affordable fishing equipment to anglers since its inception. This particular braided line is made using 8 strands of super strong polyethylene braid fiber with high molecular weight. This is what gives it super strength and that signature supple feel.
It’s able to tie pretty decent knots that hold up well, and it casts swimmingly. It comes in different spool sizes of 327 Yds, 547 Yds, and 109 Yds, which come at different prices and are ideal to use on your various reels if you’re at that level
Pros
- It’s got low memory, which means you can cast far and wide and still have enough sensitivity to feel all the underwater action
- This is quite a durable line that’s very resistant to abrasions, so you can trust it to reel in those big fish without breaking
- It casts well and is suitable for catching any types of species or size fish
- Comes at a very reasonable price, considering the quality
- You can choose from a variety of available colors to suit your fishing conditions including, Ocean Blue, Yellow, Multi-Color, Moss Green and Low-Vis Gray
Cons
- It bleeds color in a short amount of time
With the Piscifun braid, you can choose from either 4 or 8 strands made from a durable fiber and with 10 lbs-50 lbs and 65 lbs-150 lbs of power, while the price depends on the number of yards that you choose to purchase.
The knots on both options tie well, resulting in a smooth cast, and the line is super sensitive and has low memory. The braid can hold it’s own in any environment including salty, muddy or clear water.
Pros
- Casting is smooth and effortless on this brand
- The knots stay in place
- It’s resistant to abrasions
- Low memory = super sensitivity
- Comes at a great price
Cons
- It might take some time to break in before being totally comfortable
As alluded to in its name, this line is made from UHMWPE fiber, which is a limp kind of fiber that’s known for its incredible strength and is said to be more resistant to abrasion than carbon steel itself.
Needless to say, the material can handle all manner of environmental conditions, and it’s great at avoiding wind knots. On the other hand, it’s quite a lightweight braid with low water absorption and decent sensitivity. You get four strands from 12 lbs – 40 lbs, and 8 strands from 50 lbs – 100 lbs, and all at varying prices.
Pros
- Super affordable price
- The sensitivity of this braid is quite impressive, and that can be attributed to its low stretch feature
- It can withstand windy conditions
- Allows you to cast far and wide
- Excellent customer service and willingness to improve product from company
Cons
- It’s not as strong as advertised and can break at 30 lbs
- The dye comes off quickly
The Power Pro brand is very popular amongst anglers even though their products tend to be a bit pricey. Created with super strong Spectra fiber, this braided line is further treated with enhanced Body Technology for a perfectly round shape and super strong line. It has sensitivity enhancing three-end braiding, incredibly low stretch and offers superior performance in clear water.
The price differs based on the different length options which range from 150 to 3000 yards, with a thin diameter of between 0.005 inches to 0.035 inches. The overall package comes with an Arbor tape and a built-in cutter.
Pros
- Works with any rod, to lure any type of species
- Can easily handle a variety of fishing conditions
- 0 stretch
- Durable and long-lasting, can even cut through weeds and will last you for years to come
- Comes with convenient extras like tape and a cutter
- Has a thin diameter and excellent sensitivity
Cons
- It’s a bit pricey
- The quality has deteriorated over the years, and reviewers have noted that it does tend to tangle
- It specifically doesn’t handle windy conditions well
The Spiderwire line is made from a fiber known as Dyneema Microfiber which has been treated with Flour Polymer for added strength and accuracy. Targets won’t see you coming thanks to its moss green color, whereas the bright yellow options are available for those casting in muddy water and want the line to remain visible.
The line has a thin diameter and zero stretch which makes casting smooth, silent and accurate.
Pros
- Good at resisting abrasion
- Impressively sensitive
- 0 stretch
- Strong and durable
- Can handle any fishing condition
- Ideal for spinning reels
- Casts far and smoothly
Cons
- A few reviewers have complained that this line tangles quite easily
This small diameter braid line is made using a combination of the best fibers on the market, namely Dyneema and GORE Performance Fiber. Apart from its durability, this line has incredible abrasion resistance, and casting is smooth and wide. The braid is available in different sizes from 6 lbs to 80 lbs, with diameters of 0.14mm to 0.34mm respectively.
It also doesn’t form wind knots, and you can expect high performance immediately- no break in period! Thanks to the Dyneema fibers, this braid has amazing water repelling properties and sensitivity. Price varies according to the number of yards purchased as well as lbs per test rating.
Pros
- Can be cast far and wide with incredible accuracy
- Spools easily because of its small size
- It holds it’s color well over time, thanks to TGP Technology
- It’s really strong, which means you can catch a variety of fish without worrying that it will knot up or break off
- Casts smoothly not only on spinning reels but different reels as well
- Different colors serve different conditions, i.e. the green one is ideal for night time casting
- Comes at a great price, especially with the quality and performance it provides
Cons
- There’s honestly nothing to not like about this line, it’s great.
This comes with four strands per braided line and is woven from specialty fibers known for their strength and sensitivity. It has a small diameter and impressive color retention qualities that make it less detectable to fish and allows you to catch more targets in the long run.
It’s a durable line that’s resistant to abrasions, and it delivers high performance and casts smoothly on the water. The price differs according to lbs test rating and the number of yards purchased.
Pros
- Affordable price
- Handles well and casts smooth, thanks to low memory
- Offers incredible performance, strength, and durability too, handle varying fishing conditions
- 4 braided design makes this line ultra sensitive with low memory
- Superior knot strength
- It comes in a camouflage color that makes it less detectable to fish
- Excellent quality at a great price
- Attractive and compact packaging
Cons
- Be warned, a 10 lb test of this can break on a weed bed
Get Reel!
Using a braided line is a popular choice among anglers today, and anyone who’s tried it will tell you how much it’s changed the game for them. From experiencing smoother casting, to being able to reel in bigger and difficult to catch fish, a braided line is efficient on so many levels.
I enjoy the sensitivity because I can feel every tingle that goes on in the water and know with certainty what it is. One last tip I’d give you is to use a line with 50 lb or higher test rating, and try to pair it with a new reel as opposed to an old one, as combining an old reel with a new braid might give you some issues when fishing in windy conditions. Other than that, just choose a fishing line that you’re most comfortable with, and enjoy this old (but still very relevant) fisherman’s prayer:
“Lord help me to catch
a fish so large
that even I in the tell of it
never need to lie…”
– Unknown