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The Top 8 Best Fishing Lines For Baitcasting Reels (Updated Oct. 2019)

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best fishing line for a baitcasterBacklash!

Just hearing that word makes me sick to my stomach.

In order to prevent backlashes when fishing with a casting reel it is essential to take into consideration your casting technique as well as your equipment.

And it goes without saying that one of the most important pieces of equipment to make long accurate casts is your fishing line.

However, with the variety of different lines on the market today(fluorocarbon, braid, monofilament, super lines etc.), it can be extremely difficult to distinguish which option is the best for your fishing needs.

For that reason, in this post let’s take a closer look at what is the best fishing line for baitcasting reels.

Let’s begin….

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The Best Fishing Line For Spinning Reels – My Top 9 (Updated OCT. 2019)

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What is the best fishing line for spinning reels?

No doubt you would agree that choosing a good fishing line is critical to becoming a successful fisherman. This is especially true when fishing with spinning reels. Choosing incorrectly could not only cost you some fish, but also some precious time in the boat.

For that reason, in this post we will talk about what we consider to be some of the best fishing lines for spinning reels. So let’s begin… [Read more…] about The Best Fishing Line For Spinning Reels – My Top 9 (Updated OCT. 2019)

The Best Ice Fishing Line 2019 – My Top 8 Picks

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Ice fishing boots. Check.

Ice fishing reel. Check

Ice auger. Check

Ice fishing rod. Check. Check.

Ice fishing line. I will just use my regular fishing line.

Have you ever found yourself having the above conversation before embarking on a fishing trip?

If so, you are going to enjoy this post.

In this article, we are going to discuss what is the best fishing line for ice fishing and tips to keep in mind when searching for the best option.

Let’s begin…

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A Look At The Best Braided Fishing Line Cutter – How To Cut Braid

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Isn’t it true that fishing line cutters never can be found when you most need them?

Talk about dangerous. How many times have you almost cut yourself or your buddy trying to use cut braid?

Or how many times have you dropped your fishing pliers in the water?

If only there was a solution that was convenient, safe and sharp enough to cut braided fishing line.

Today, we think we have found a solution.

In this post, we are going to review what we believe to be the best braided fishing line cutters on the market.

The criteria is simple.

We want line cutters that are safe to use, easy to use and sharp enough to give you a clean cut every time.

Let’s begin…

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How Long Does Fishing Line Last?

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How long does fishing line last?

How Long Does Fishing Line Last?

Wouldn’t it be nice if fishing line had an expiration date on the package?

Unfortunately, it does not. Even though it doesn’t have an expiration date, doesn’t mean it will last forever. Fishing line does go bad.

In this post, we will discuss the question: How long does fishing line last? We will also share some tips to make your fishing line last longer. [Read more…] about How Long Does Fishing Line Last?

Choosing The Best Fishing Line For Crankbaits

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BEST FISHING LINE FOR CRANKBAITS

Crankbaits are great lures for catching bass. They can be used in shallow water or deep water. They can be thrown on a cold fall day or on a hot summer day.

In fact, it might be difficult to find a time when not to throw crankbaits.

However, when throwing these baits, there is a piece of equipment that many fishermen forget to take into consideration that can greatly affect the presentation of this lure.

That essential piece of equipment is fishing line.

Does fishing line really make a difference? If so, should I be throwing fluorocarbon, monofilament or braided fishing line?  Which fishing line will last the longest?

In this article, we are going to answer those questions as well as other concerns you might have when it comes to choosing the best fishing line for crankbaits. [Read more…] about Choosing The Best Fishing Line For Crankbaits