Using braided lines on spinning reels with fluorocarbon leaders continues to grow in popularity. The advantages of this setup include: Low stretch for better hook sets and sensitivity on long casts Easier line management Ability to have a bright-colored mainline that is easier to see for better bite detection Last much longer and can often be used effectively for over a year Many anglers don't know whether the braided lines they use sink or float. Mos...

One of the most overlooked concepts in fishing is spooling reels. Many anglers have problems with their line twisting and wonder what causes it. The way to prevent line twists starts with properly spooling your reels. Spinning reels are known for line twists because anglers assume they can be spooled like bait casters. Check out these tips on how to make your line have the best performance on your spinning reels and save money on fishing line by correc...

Choosing the proper fishing line for a specific technique or species can be daunting. With several different line types, understanding whether you should use monofilament, fluorocarbon, or braided line can often leave anglers scratching their heads. This article breaks down specific differences between nylon, fluorocarbon, and braid. For now, we are going to dive into the specifics on buoyancy in water. One determining factor in choosing the right lin...

Reducing Backlashes The dreaded backlash in a baitcast spool can quickly end the use of that reel. Whether it is an errant cast into the wind or a skip cast that didn’t go as planned, a nasty backlash can require scissors to get you up and operational again. This video quickly shows you how to dial in a baitcast reel to help you prevent this from happening. No matter how good you are, that errant cast still happens to even top-level tour pros. Protectin...

  You can buy the most expensive line available, but without tying the proper knot, that critical connection to the fish can easily be broken, no matter how expensive the line is. The advancement of new materials being used for fishing lines has also created a need for anglers to use different knots for each of the different types of lines.  Sunline's Dedicated Team Sunline has 10% of its employees located in the R&D department, and those staff me...