Many people ask how long will fishing line last? The answer is dependent on how the line is stored, but in most cases fishing line can last a very long time in storage and maintain optimum strength. The three main types of line are nylon (monofilament), fluorocarbon and braid. Nylon can be the line most impacted if not stored properly. While braid and fluorocarbon will maintain performance the longest in proper storage. There are three main suggestio...

The saying "everything is bigger in Texas" cannot be any more accurate, especially in bass fishing. Bassmaster and Texas Team Trail go to big lakes like Sam Rayburn, Toledo Bend Reservoir, and Lake Fork, which are full of giant bass. The lakes are bigger, the fish are bigger, and your fishing line should be bigger as well.   What Line to use with Deep Diving Crankbaits Why is this? We talked about this topic with Sunline America pros Clark Wendlandt a...

How to Prevent a Backlash Getting a backlash can be extremely frustrating, especially when it happens during a tournament when there is no time to waste. Believe it or not, there are ways to prevent backlashes other than simply "thumbing" the spool when making a cast. The first thing you need to do to avoid a backlash from happening is dialing in your reel effectively. To learn how to do this correctly, check out this helpful video. As with anything, pr...

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...