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IZORLINE SPECTRA, JERRY BROWN SPECTRA, BlackWater Braided Line, P-LINE Spectrex, POWER PRO SPECTRA,
Sato Hollow-Core Spectra Connection Kit,

Before we talk about the various braded line products on the market, it's good to go over the basics. We distinguish Spectra verses "braid." Spectra is a particular type of gell-spun line made in the USA. It was developed for military applications and brought to the sportfishing scene by Izorline. PowerPro also was a pioneer in bringing this product to fishing, but they came in the back door. Initially PowerPro was used as a high end kite product. Offshore manufacturers came into production with a similar product, Dynema that was essentially similar to the first generation Spectra product used here in the USA. The Spectra that's sold now is not quite the same product as it was several years ago, it's advanced considerably in terms of long term strength and diameter. The production of this product is pretty amazing. It can take literally weeks to produce one 2500 yard spool of 65# line! There's a lot of weaving, tight QC, micro-thin threads, wrapped under some pressure. It can take several pounds of raw material to produce a pound of finished product. Note, the stuff is expensive, it's expensive to produce. But, it has some qualities that can be downright priceless in application under certain specific circumstances. Also, it does not degrade over time like a monofilament or Dacron.

 

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Spectra Burn Prevention!

Here's a strange new product that just might find a home with some of our clients. Slicing through a finger, or getting spectra burn while leveling line on a conventional reel is not uncommon. Some guys use Izor's Flex Wrap, some use a glove, some take their chances... But, for I think this little device might be something well worth considering. It's a one-finger-glove, just covering up to the first joint with a small leather cap. The product is MADE in the USA, designed by fishermen, works on either the left or right hand, and available in three sizes. The large size will work for most of us, the small for women and kids, the extra large for guys with major league mitts.

 

 
Buy Description Price
Thumb Dinger small size $16.99
Thumb Dinger large size $16.99
Thumb Dinger extra large size $16.99

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Jerry Brown's Ideal Scissors

Cutting Spectra isn't so easy sometimes, like when you're trying to splice lines and need a clean cut. There have been a number of scissors on the market, and we've used 'em at the shop...all for limited duration. Once the blades dull a bit, their effectiveness diminishes rapidly. Typically the scissors we've seen were not really intended to cut Spectra for any length in time, they were probably designed for thread... That's one reason we haven't posted them on our website - they really kind of sucked, a blade worked better. We sold some at the shop, for those that wanted 'em. We hadn't come across anything that really pleased us until Jerry shipped us a pair of his pliers. They are darn good. I like their larger handle, better grip, made for a man's size hand not the delicate fingers of a gal or kid. They have been with us for over a month's time and still perform well. (a month for us represents a lot of rigging/spooling/cutting-time). At almost $30 they're not inexpensive, but when compared to other products claiming to do the same thing, but quickly falling short, JB's Ideal Spectra Scissors are worth the money.

Buy Description Price
Jerry Brown Ideal Spectra Scissors $29.99

CharkBait One-Part Spectra Adhesive!

NEW CHARKBAIT SPECTRA ADHESIVE!

Here's another GREAT exclusive. In the past ALL products used as an adhesive for mono/spectra connections have been two part formulas costing about $25. Two bottles, EXTENDED drying time, hassles...  We learned of another product that was a one part formula, NO ACTIVATORS REQUIRED. (It pays to know the right people.)  The new product is FAST DRYING. The CharkBait Adhesive is also thin, for better penetration through the line. Further, the new product allows some flex without cracking and flaking-off. This is a major long term benefit. In all ways: IT'S BETTER, EASIER TO WORK WITH, AND IT'S A BETTER VALUE! This is not your basic "super-glue," it's a unique new product.

 
Buy Description Price
CharkBait Spectra Adhesive $14.99

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First on the list of great new product innovations from Izorline is their fantastic SPECTRA.  This is the super line you've been hearing about, it's incredibly strong for it's diameter.   It is redefining the way we think about fishing - both in terms of equipment and the potential for accomplishing things beyond our reach prior to it's introduction.   Izorline's Spectra offers anglers some excellent benefits:  it's incredibly strong, has a tiny diameter, and extremely long service life.   While it's expensive, and for good reason (due to the manufacturing process), it will save you cash over the long run. What the long range fishermen discovered, was that they could use smaller gear, higher test strength, and still maintain excellent line capacity with this product. It's common for folks to use 300-500 yards of 50-80 lb. Spectra on a 16S, then put on a top-shot of 50-60 lb. mono, up to 100 yards, or more. Then when it's time to change the mono, keep the Spectra. By the third time, you've evened the cost differential. After the third line change, you are making money. And, you will find yourself using the same Spectra for well over EIGHT years! (I only say EIGHT, because that's the oldest we've been able to check - the stuff has been field tested by Izorline for eight years now). Spectra is another product designed for Space and Military application, that's now hit the consumer market. It's space age science in fiber construction. It is awesome stuff, well worth the money.

 

Izorline 100% Spectra Fiber Braided Line:
#12 lb. 200 yards - green @ $24.55
 #12 lb. 500 yards - green @ $34.95
 #12 lb. 1500 yards - green @ $99.00

 #30 lb. 300 yards@ $29.95
 #30 lb. 500 yards@ $39.95
 #30 lb. 1500 yards@ $119.00

 #50 lb. 300 yards@ $34.95
 #50 lb. 500 yards @$44.95
 #50 lb. 1500 yards@ $129.00

#65 lb. 300 yards @ $39.95
 #65 lb. 500 yards@$49.95
#80 lb. 300 yards @ $49.95
 #80 lb. 500 yards@$69.95
 #80 lb. 1500 yards @ $179.00

 #135 lb. 300 yards @ $59.95
 #135 lb. 500 yards@$79.95
 #135 lb. 1000 yards @$171.95
 #135 lb. 1500 yards @$239.00
 #135 lb. 2500 yards @$399.00

Hollow Core

#80 lb. 500 yards @ $168.50
 #80 lb. 750 yards @ $244.60
 #80 lb. 1000 yards @ $329.50
(Izor's 135# is hollow-core)
 #200 lb. 500 yards @ $183.75
 #200 lb. 1000 yards @ $367.50
 #300 lb. 500 yards @$199.50
 #300 lb. 1000 yards@ $396.90
 


 


HOLLOW-CORE SPLICEABLE SPECTRA
This version of Izorline's great spectra product deals with the only negative I've ever encountered with the product.  If you are planning on running heavy mono, like 130# to 200# stuff you are going to have some issues with standard size guides.  There are two solutions, either go with pre made wind-on leaders or use the hollow core spectra and make your own wind on.  Spectra is not as easy to work with in this regard as dacron, frankly it's a pain in the keester since you really need to insert the mono way up into the Spectra and still whip the line every 6" to 1' or make the investment in Sato's crimping system. Izor's standard 135# Spectra (listed above) is hollow-core.  So, you can use it for making wind on style connections if desired.  The primary reason Izor went with the hollow product for 135# is the fact that the line will lie down flatter for higher capacity winding.


 

IZORLINE TOP-SHOTS
TOP SHOTWell, as we've come to expect, here's another great idea from Izorline. They've just introduced pre-made Top-Shots! Use these leader coils to quickly and efficiently attach mono leader to your Spectra. The only knot you'll need to tie is the Bimini Twist at the termination of your Spectra. Then just use the pre-tied Spectra loop from the new Izorline Top-Shot to quickly get ready for action. The Top-Shots come with Izorlines First String mono in various tests and lengths, attached to a Spectra loop for making your connection to your Spectra's bimini. Another nice feature of this product lies in it's flexibility. You can use various leader tests, without going through the bother of retying line. Click here to see a diagram showing the appropriate top-shot spool for your reel

30lb 125yds mono 50lb 75yds mono Order Now! 60lb 200yds mono
[P30VSW] @ $27.38		 100lb 50yds mono
30lb 225yds mono 50lb 150yds mono 80lb 50yds mono 100lb 125yds mono
40lb 50yds mono Order Now! 50lb 225yds mono
[P16S] @ $26.55		 80lb 100yds mono Order Now! 100lb 200yds mono
[P50VSW] @ $33.07
40lb 100yds mono 60lb 75yds mono 80lb 150yds mono 130lb 125yds mono
40lb 200yds mono 60lb 125yds mono Order Now! 80lb 225yds mono
[PV50SW] @$30.57		 (other configurations available up to 300 lb.#)

(BOLDFACE indicates typical topshot used for Penn International 16S, 30SW and 50SW with appropriate Spectra backing. Other configurations available as listed. Please contact us for pricing.

 

 

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Jerry Brown Line One SPECTRA

80 Lb Breaking StrengthJerry Brown is an innovative fisherman, with a science background. He's also a dedicated long range angler. He became interested in the applications of Spectra, termination possibilities, and put his brain on a learning curve. The primary thing Line One offers is the hollow core, for use in making wind-on leaders. Of course hollow-core line also has certain other advantages in specific applications. It packs tighter, so more line can be applied to a reel.

In my estimation, Izor brought SPECTRA to the long range scene, and they still have the best long term use history. Jerry's line is quite similar in many respects, it's soft and uncoated like Izor's, has a very similar feel. The main differentiation in my estimation is the dedication to hollow-core. JB's 80# is also a 16 braid product, and their 60, 80, 130, 200# lines are all excellent for use with wind-ons, as well as all other connections. JB's line uses the best SPECTRA made, and it's a USA made product, not Chinese produced imitation incorporating inferior technology....

If you'd like more information regarding Jerry's philosophy, his line formulation and construction, properties... please visit the following link: JBI

Buy Description Price
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 60# x 300 yds $39.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 60# x 600 yds $69.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 60# x 1200 yds $139.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 60# x 2500 yds $279.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 80# x 300 yds $69.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 80# x 600 yds $134.29
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 80# x 1200 yds $267.48
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 80# x 2500 yds $499.85
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 100# x 300 yds - NEW $79.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 100# x 600 yds - NEW $139.29
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 100# x 1200 yds - NEW $279.48
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 100# x 2500 yds - NEW $499.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 130# x 300 yds $49.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 130# x 600 yds $88.57
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 130# x 1200 yds $144.29
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 130# x 2500 yds $299.99
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 200# x 300 yds $69.43
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 200# x 600 yds $128.57
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 200# x 1200 yds $235.88
Jerry Brown Line One Hollow Spectra 200# x 2500 yds $419.99

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BlackWater Braid

In 2007 BlackWater created a big splash at the Long Beach Fred Hall Show, introducing a new braided line product and innovative fluorocarbon leader. Information regarding the FL line can be found on our BlackWater page and the Leader section of this site. Blackwater International is the U.S. Agent for Toray (the number one selling and most technologically advanced manufacturer of fishing line in Japan).

BlackWater's braided line is earning high regard for it's 16 strand braided line (verses the more standard 8-12 strand products on the market). It's noticeably finer threads offer some significant advantages for folks making their own wind-ons, using the "Chinese Finger Trap" method of attaching leader to braided line, and for discriminating anglers simply seeking the best product money can buy. At the present time, this might just be the best braided line product for demanding fishing applications on the market. With the increased thread count comes an increase in cost, so be prepared for the inherent expense associated with this product. It's expensive. Blackwater also offers a 12 strand braided line, and many other products, but the real advantage of their line-up is the 16 strand braided line and stretchable fluorocarbon.

What are the advantages? As stated, if you are inserting mono or fluorocarbon leader into the braided line you'll notice immediately just how wonderful this product is. The insertion is far easier to accomplish. That's one benefit. For my money, the greatest benefit comes from the increased strand's ability to more tightly grip your leader. Pressure is applied more evenly, over a greater area given the thinner threads. It's holding power should be increased - this is intuitive logic and testing will need to be done to confirm this observation. Reports from the field indicate BlackWater's braided line does indeed appear to be excellent. (For information purposes Jerry Brown has been offering a hollow core SPECTRA for years, and they also offer a 16 braid product.)

Blackwater Super Braid X16 Hollow - Advantages
Hollow - Spliceable
Small Diameter and High Strength
Unaffected by UV
No water absorption
100% line strength when spliced
Ideal for making top-shots
 

 

Buy Description Price
Blackwater Super Braid X16 100 yds 50 lb $82.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 300 yds 50 lb $231.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 500 yds 50 lb $380.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 100 yds 65 lb $59.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 300 yds 65 lb $163.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 500 yds 65 lb $266.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 100 yds 80 lb $40.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 300 yds 80 lb $105.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 600 yds 80 lb $203.50
Blackwater Super Braid X16 100 yds 100 lb $39.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 300 yds 100 lb $103.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 600 yds 100 lb $198.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 100 yds 130 lb $38.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 300 yds 130 lb $100.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 600 yds 130 lb $193.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 100 yds 200 lb $41.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 300 yds 200 lb $108.00
Blackwater Super Braid X16 600 yds 200 lb $209.00

Daiwa
Deep Water Line

Saltiga Boat Braided Line

It took me a while to warm to this product, multi-colored lines have earned a pretty poor review over the past years. But, it seems to me the folks at Daiwa have a good thing going with their version of a "super braid." Their Saltiga  Braided line is a bit different from the norm. It's a "super line" along the lines of PowerPro, Izor, Jerry Brown... The thing that sets it apart is that it's actually a darn good version of the super braid genre, and it offers bottom fishing anglers a nice advantage. It's a five color line, providing a distinct color break each 10 meters and with five and one meter indicators so you know your depth with accuracy. It's a smooth braid, not the stiff coated stuff you've come to dislike... It really does have more of a feel like Izor or JB. It is an 8 braid line, of thin diameter. (JB, BW and Izor are typically 12 or more). It's not stiff, with an abraisive coating. It will deal with line guides more kindly that at least one popular braided line we know of.  Daiwa introduced this line as part of it's Dendoh style power assist reels which were designed to fish deep. But, this accessory product has a great future ahead on any reel who's owner happens to do some bottom fishing.

We stock the line in reel filling 300 and 500 meter lengths as well as bulk spools of 1800 meters.

Buy Description Price
Daiwa Saltiga Boat Braid 55# x 300 yds $36.62
Daiwa Saltiga Boat Braid 80# x 300 yds $45.78
Daiwa Saltiga Boat Braid 100# x 500 yds $82.45
Daiwa Saltiga Boat Braid 150# x 500 yds $91.62

 

 

PLine's New Spectrex IV

PLine has recently introduced their new Spectrex IV  braid. PLine's product uses a four carrier braid, each carrier has up to 60 strands of the highest quality Spectra and is then braided into a single line totaling up to 240 strands.  The line is cross-linked with a color matrix locking the color into the fibers to ensure color stability.  PLine then applies a reinforced resin system to increase tensile strength and make the line hydrophobic. What does all this mean?  It means you've got high line capacity because of the stength vs. diameter, the line has unlimited life on the reel because it's hydrophobic and UV resistant. The product is green in color. PLine's Spectrex is quite good as a backing or as a main line for bottom fishing. It's some very good stuff! Our preference for long range applications is still Izorline's product, but PLine's got some qualities that many anglers will like.  It's especially appropriate for the lighter tests.

 

 

 

 

Buy Description Price
PLine Spectrex IV 10 lb x 300 yds $23.88
PLine Spectrex IV 15 lb x 300 yds $23.88
PLine Spectrex IV 20 lb x 300 yds $23.88
PLine Spectrex IV 30 lb x 300 yds $23.96
PLine Spectrex IV 30 lb x 500 yds $39.88
PLine Spectrex IV 50 lb x 300 yds $23.96
PLine Spectrex IV 50 lb x 500 yds $39.88
PLine Spectrex IV 65 lb x 300 yds $29.38
PLine Spectrex IV 65 lb x 500 yds $47.62
PLine Spectrex IV 80 lb x 300 yds $35.88
PLine Spectrex IV 80 lb x 500 yds $49.62
PLine Spectrex IV 150 lb x 500 yds $69.99
PLine Spectrex IV 200 lb x 500 yds $89.88

 

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Power Pro

Win A Free Spool

Power Pro has been in the Spectra business for a fairly long time.  They started out making a line for Kite fliers that was thinner than what had been used prior to the advent of Spectra.  It didn't take too long for them to realize that Izorline was on to something with their unique application to the fishing market. Being located in Colorado, Power Pro began making their line available to freshwater fishermen.  It's a coated line, which is not our preference for a backing material.  But, the freshwater guys like that characteristic apparently. We stock the