When it comes to fishing line, the right choice can make all the difference in performance and your ability to put fish in the boat. Enter Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon Line—a premium fluorocarbon. It's the preferred line for pitching and flipping by our Sunline pros.

In this blog, we'll take an in-depth look at why Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon has gained a reputation as one of the best options available for serious anglers when it comes to targeting fish in and around heavy cover. From its construction to its unique benefits, we'll break down what sets it apart and why you might want to consider it for your next fishing outing.

A Top Choice for Industry Pros

Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon delivers every time for anglers seeking the perfect blend of performance, sensitivity, and durability. With its advanced construction, low stretch, and near-invisibility in the water, it's easy to see why many serious anglers choose this line for their pitching and flipping techniques.

Sunline Shooter will help you fish with confidence, knowing you're using one of the best fluorocarbon lines on the market today. So, if you want to up your pitching and flipping game, try Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon and experience the difference for yourself.

Real-World Victory: Kyle Welcher’s Century Belt Win at Pasquotank

When it comes to confidence in your gear, nothing beats proof on the tournament stage—and Sunline Shooter fluorocarbon just added another chapter to its legacy. At the 2024 St. Croix Bassmaster Elite at Pasquotank River, Sunline pro Kyle Welcher didn’t just win—he dominated. Welcher weighed in a jaw-dropping 118 pounds, 12 ounces across four days, smashing records and earning a coveted spot in the Bassmaster Century Club.

Welcher credits 22-pound Sunline Shooter fluorocarbon as a key part of his winning formula. “Shooter is my go-to line anytime I’m flipping in heavy cover or around big fish,” Welcher shared after hoisting the trophy. “This stretch of the Pasquotank had stumps, cypress knees, and everything that can test your gear. With Shooter, I never had to worry about abrasion or line failure. I boat-flipped multiple 6- to 7-pounders without a second thought.”

Facing gnarly cover and heavyweight largemouth, Welcher needed a line that could handle the pressure. He leaned on the superior abrasion resistance, sensitivity, and strength of Sunline Shooter, rigged on a 7’6” heavy-action rod and 8:1:1 reel, flipping a black and blue Rapala CrushCity Bronco Bug. The result? Not a single lost fish all week, and the largest winning margin in Elite Series history.

Yoshi Mitani, Vice President of Sunline America, echoed the excitement. “Kyle has accomplished so much in his young career and we are proud to have him be a part of our team at Sunline. We look forward to working with him for years to come and being a part of his outstanding accomplishments.”

Welcher’s record-breaking win is just the latest testament to why so many pros and everyday anglers trust Sunline Shooter when it’s all on the line. Whether you’re targeting giants in a stump field or flipping thick grass, Shooter’s unmatched performance keeps you in the fight—and gives you the confidence to fish hard.

Tips for Maximizing Your Success with Shooter

For anglers looking to get the most out of Sunline Shooter, start by matching your line weight to the cover and the size of fish you’re targeting. If you’re flipping into thick mats or wood for big bass, 20- or 22-pound Shooter is a great bet—just like Kyle Welcher used at Pasquotank. Pair it with a heavy-action rod and a high-speed reel for maximum control. When the bite gets finicky, drop down in pound test to maintain stealth without sacrificing strength.

Advanced Technologies in Manufacturing Process

Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon is designed with advanced technology to enhance your fishing experience, especially when it comes to precision, sensitivity, and overall durability. The highest quality raw materials, strict manufacturing tolerances, a triple resin process, and parallel spooling allow this line to reach its maximum performance. This line's technology focuses on sensitivity, tenacity and ruggedness under extreme abrasion conditions. Shortline techniques like flipping and pitching also put higher stress levels on fluorocarbon lines with powerful hooksets with heavy rods. Shooter is the premier choice for these techniques to guarantee every bite is landed.

Low Stretch for Better Sensitivity

Another standout feature of the Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon is its incredibly low stretch. Fluorocarbon lines are known for their low stretch compared to monofilament, so they are often the go-to choice for techniques like pitching and flipping. Shooter's low stretch provides unmatched sensitivity, allowing you to feel the lightest bites and get great hook penetration.

Unparalleled Line Management Features

Fluorocarbon lines with high abrasion resistance can be stiff and difficult to manage on a reel. Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon is designed to be manageable while delivering superior abrasion resistance. Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon has three different formulations depending on the lb test to provide maximum performance at each size. 

A line being offered from 7lb to 30lb can't perform at the peak levels at each of those lb tests if made the same. Different characteristics are needed in an 8lb line than a 25lb line, and for that reason Sunline Shooter Fluorocarbon has three versions: 

• Finesse Special: 7lb, 8lb and 9lb
• Marionette Special: 10lb, 12lb, 14lb, 16lb and 18lb
• Power Special: 20lb, 25lb and 30lb

The chart below outlines those differences through the range of Shooter sizes.