Question 1

What is the best monofilament fishing line for saltwater?

Accepted Answer

Saltwater fishing is relatively much more challenging than fishing in clearer waters. As such a durable, abrasion resistant fishing line would be ideal. While there are many good choices for saltwater fishing lines, Berkley Trilene Big Game Monofilament fishing line and HI-SEAS Grand Slam Mono fishing line are probably the best.

Question 2

What color fishing line is best?

Accepted Answer

There is much confusion when choosing the best color for your fishing line. The fact is that you cannot say that any single color is the best, because different colors work better in different situations. There are however, some key facts that anglers look at while choosing the best color for each situation.

Hi-vis yellow is perfect for those who want to watch their line to detect bites and is a good choice for dirty water.

Red lines are said to become invisible under water and hence generate more bites. Green is a good choice for blending into the water as most of the waters we fish in have a green tint. Clear lines are the best choice if you want your line to be invisible in clearer waters. Additionally, fluorescent lines can provide you visibility for night fishing.

Question 3

Is fluorocarbon better than monofilament?

Accepted Answer

Both fluorocarbon and monofilament fishing lines have their own advantages and disadvantages. You could argue that fluorocarbon is better than monofilament, but you can also easily argue the opposite.

It depends on the type of angling technique you want to use and the kind of water you want to fish in. Fluorocarbon is often touted as the most invisible line and is ideal for ultra-clear water. But with the monofilament lines you get incredible versatility with the variety of colors and incredible stretch making it a better choice than fluorocarbon in murkier waters.