If you’re targeting fish that can peel drag and shred through cover like it’s nothing, 80 lb braided fishing line isn’t overkill… It’s a must! Whether you're chasing trophy-class freshwater predators or wrestling saltwater bruisers in heavy current, 80 lb braid brings the kind of raw strength, abrasion resistance, and control needed when lighter lines just won’t cut it. In this guide, we’ll break down when and why to use 80 lb braid, which species deman...

If you’ve fished bass seriously over the past two decades, there’s a good chance you’ve had a spool of Sunline FC Sniper on your deck, or you’ve been outfished by someone who did! Since its debut in 1994, FC Sniper has earned a reputation as one of the most dependable and versatile fluorocarbon lines in the game. What started as a response to high-pressure fishing conditions in Japan has grown into a globally trusted tool for tournament pros and weekend...

When you’re pulling bass out of heavy grass, working a frog across pads, or driving a chatterbait through vegetation, the wrong line will cost you fish. Too light, and you’ll get broken off or lose fish in cover. Too heavy, and you sacrifice casting distance and bait action. That’s why 40 lb braided fishing line has become a staple on the decks of anglers who want muscle without overkill. It’s a line class that gives you power where it counts, with the ...

Pat Schlapper proved once again that confidence and the right gear make all the difference on the water. His impressive performance at the Bassmaster Elite Series on the Mississippi River earned him his second Elite Series win of the 2025 season. With a four-day total of 66 pounds, 5 ounces, Schlapper showed how adapting to conditions and leaning on dependable equipment like Sunline braid can lead to championship moments. From frogging through thick veg...

Anglers are constantly chasing that perfect middle ground, something tough enough to rip a jig out of hydrilla, but manageable enough to skip a bait under docks without blowing up your spool. That’s where 20lb braided fishing line earns its keep. With a strength-to-diameter ratio that delivers both control and punch, it’s a line class that fits more baitcasting applications than most anglers realize. If you’re fishing shallow cover, submerged grass, or ...