Fishing Lines

• Braided Fishing Lines: Braid fishing line is a popular fishing line choice that packs a powerful punch in an incredibly thin package. The main advantage of choosing a braid fishing line is that it offers no stretch. Straight-through braided lines provide a lot in terms of feel, sensitivity, and strength to the catching process. They give you direct contact with your chosen bait, allowing you to detect bites sooner, set the hook better, and get your catch out faster. Other main advantages of braided lines are that they offer a low-diameter line, enabling you to fit larger quantities onto the spool and easily cast longer distances. This type of line is best for saltwater anglers such as surf casters, offshore fishers, and big game hunters, those that need to hold a lot of line on a reel. However, a braided line can be tricky for beginners as it can easily tangle and is visible to fish, making it not a great option for clear open water situations.

• Monofilament Fishing Lines: Monofilament fishing line is a line that has a lot of stretch - almost too much, improving abrasion resistance and knot strength compared to a braid line. Mono lines are usually coloured, making them more visible to fish in clearer waters. Mono line works best for light fishing anglers who are looking for a cheaper and easier-to-handle option and is also great for beginners. TackleWest also stocks monofilament leaders for use with mono fishing lines.

• Fluorocarbon Fishing Line: Fluorocarbon fishing line is the complete opposite of braid in that it has a high level of elasticity and is almost invisible when in the water. The polymer fluorocarbon has an almost identical refractive index to water (the degree to which light refracts or bends as it passes through a substance), ultimately making it a great option for those fishing for warier species. The stretch in this line helps to absorb the power from the fight and increases the chance of a hooked fish. Whether freshwater or saltwater, if you're targeting fish in clear waters, fluorocarbon is the best option for reducing visibility and increasing hook-ups. TackleWest also stocks fluorocarbon leaders for use with fluorocarbon lines.

There is no 'perfect' line for every situation, but there are options that are great for most fishing situations. It does depend on your chosen fishing rod, fishing reel, and other aspects such as the type of fishing you're doing, e.g. surf or offshore fishing, and

If you're unsure which fishing line you should choose, contact us or visit our friendly team in-store for recommendations and advice.

We are proud to offer a huge range of both local and worldwide fishing brands and products, such as Daiwa, Nomad, BKK, Black Magic, and many other popular fishing brands.

We stock a massive range of fishing lines, from mono and braid to nylon and fluoro, other fishing equipment and accessories. Whether you're in the market for a new fishing line or just after some terminal tackle, visit us before your next fishing adventure and see our range for yourself.

If you have an unanswered question or need some friendly advice for your next fishing trip, contact us today or visit us in-store.