One of the most common questions beginner and experienced anglers ask is: how do I know what line to use for a specific technique? While you will find varying opinions on the subject, through trial and error, some general consensuses have been reached to help point you in the right direction. Monofilament Monofilament was once the main line that anglers used for virtually every technique. While nylon, or monofilament, as it is more commonly known, is ...

Sunline offers a wide range of fluorocarbon products. Each fluorocarbon is made from different raw materials, and different processing methods produce different final products. Shooter is one of our most popular fluorocarbon lines with our pro angler team. These anglers choose Shooter for its extreme strength and abrasion resistance.   Sunline Shooter's Manufacturing Capabilities It is manufactured from our most premium raw material, which is very hard ...

Why do the majority of anglers buy in 400yd or larger spool sizes? A recent survey of experienced anglers found that 70% of the anglers asked preferred to buy their line in 400yd or larger spools. Why do so many anglers like to buy lines in this matter? There are three main reasons why anglers choose bulk spools, which we will outline below.   Save Money The best reason to buy your favorite lines in bulk spools is to save money. Less packaging and mo...

By John Crews One of the biggest mistakes I see anglers of all levels make, especially beginner anglers, is not choosing the right line for fishing topwater baits. I hear story after story about losing that big bass on a topwater bait. Even this year, I listened to a story from another pro angler. He said he lost a big one on a spook. My first question was about the line he was using. Let’s just say it was not the line I would have used. Line choice is...

Many anglers want to know how to compare fluorocarbon and monofilament lines. Anglers in the US call nylon lines monofilament; for this article, we will call them nylon as that is the material they are made from. A monofilament line could be made from multiple materials that could each be a single monofilament, so it will be referenced as nylon in comparison in this article. This article outlines the key features of fluorocarbon and how it can help an a...