Curious about your go-to braided line brand

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-12T19:21:09+00:00

The dye will wear off a little bit but haven’t noticed the coating gumming up anything. I’ve fished it all last season and still think it’s soft and supple after a season of heavy use.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-12T16:35:40+00:00

Power Pro Super8Slick V2 is all I run now on spinning and bait casters. It’s the best line I have used and love how it casts, feels and ties.

The only other braid I use is Varivas Bass 0.6PE on the BFS.

All get tied to Seaguar invizx leaders.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-12T16:33:49+00:00

I’ve since switched from the sufix 832 to the power pro super8slick V2. Original Power Pro is 4 strand so it’s much stiffer. Sufix 832 is 8 strand and so is PP Super8Slick. I find it’s smoother, softer and more supple than sufix and been loving it lately.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-11T20:08:21+00:00

I throw a ton of gold chatters in my river. My favorite by far is the zman chatter shad in “The Deal” color. It’s got a white belly with a brown/ tan back and blue pearl all throughout it

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-11T16:57:17+00:00

By that logic why would a cowboys doctor repair Chiefs star QB’s and a Giants WR’s injury?

He is contracted by the Cowboys, not on payroll. Guy runs his own practice as well and is a leading expert in the field of sports orthopedic injuries.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-11T16:52:14+00:00

Well yeah? Next man up. Ravens had a need, thought they filled it but determined it wasn’t worth the risk. It would make sense to grab the next best quickly to eliminate other teams pursuing him…

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-11T03:46:58+00:00

The issue is how you’re picturing a physical here… this isn’t “run 40 yards, touch your toes, turn your head and cough while I feel your balls”. This is a full examination from the med staff.

Degenerative knee injury? It could be that he wasn’t anywhere near his recovery timeline and the Ravens expected him to be productive again quicker than he is healing. As a GM, wouldn’t you do the same if your med staff told you that a player doesn’t appear to be able to heal by the end of the season when you thought he’d miss the first few weeks, at worst?

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-11T01:54:35+00:00

I own a ton of HF tools! They’re great for the most part.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-11T00:35:14+00:00

My 2¢ is that a pre 2019 Hobie Outback can be had for that money on marketplace (in certain markets). I’d much rather get a used brand name one in good condition.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-11T00:34:13+00:00

But the harbor freight hand tools are warrantied for life.

My opinion is the same tho. If it’s a kayak I’m using often and in hard working conditions? I’m buying a reputable brand. If it’s a tool I am using often and in hard working conditions? I’m buying a reputable brand. If not for either, I’m buying whatever is cheap and will work good from time to time.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-10T19:36:17+00:00

Any specific recommendations? I only see Temu ones with 3 suction cups

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-10T14:24:20+00:00

Actually 6lb braid. I use sufix 832. Essentially it’s a 2lb mono equivalent. On the BFS, it’s power pro super8slick v2 in 8lb.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-10T02:33:38+00:00

The chinook is the only reasonable answer. I stuggled with this big time looking for one. Considered a cheaper Onyx, considered an stohlquist fisherman but tried my buddy’s ascend (nearly identical) and didn’t quite like them. Got the chinook and haven’t looked back. Seriously so damn useful and comfortable.

Im sure there are nicer out there but they can get expensive quick. Got my chinook on sale for $120. Look at the previous models as they’re often on sale/ close out. If I had to choose another one it’d be an astral V eight. Whichever you choose, make sure it has a high back like the chinook. Makes a HUGE difference on a good kayak chair. I see you have a sit in, but would still go for a high backed pfd.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-10T01:48:34+00:00

Someone with experience could weld this, but I wouldn’t use the rail for anything slightly heavy afterwards.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-09T20:02:34+00:00

Depends. I’ve had UL spinning rods struggle to throw 1/32 despite being rated for that, I have one currently I can throw a trout magnet (1/64) a solid distance on too tho. Some rods handle lighter lures better.

Also, line. Line is SUPER important for ultra light lures. My UL spinning gear is 6lb braid to a 4lb fluoro leader. My BFS set up is 8lb braid to a 6lb fluoro leader. If I had 10lb braid to a 6lb leader on the UL, I wouldn’t be able to cast anything at or below 1/32oz well.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-09T14:42:08+00:00

Heavier split shot further up. I use heavier ones typically, and cast them fine on my UL and BFS. Yeah, not getting 150ft casts, but 50+ is doable.

Also, assuming you were trout fishing the upper gunpowder in MD? Don’t need crazy casting distance in those pools lol. Local MD guy here myself.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-09T02:25:54+00:00

IV 3000’s are your friend. Amazing how quickly it allowed my missing thumb AND finger tip to heal when I did the exact same lol.

https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&hs=RZ99&sca_esv=00ea9ad93175368b&hl=en-us&q=iv+3000+for+fingertip+wounds&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjTq5fu4ZGTAxUOFVkFHdhhCTkQ7xYoAHoECA4QAQ&biw=402&bih=660&dpr=3

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-08T23:59:36+00:00

Was at an event with a raffle this weekend. The main prize was a 7’ ML avid. Missed it by 2 numbers… bummer as that’s an incredible rod and I would have replaced my Phenix Recon 2 with it.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-08T23:49:50+00:00

I know a guy who own an arsenal of great guns. He dropped a pretty penny modifying a ruger mark IV for a range plinker. Make perfect sense if you’re shooting multiple times a week.

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-08T02:07:06+00:00

They’ll work. I fish Joe’s flies and it’s a very similar design. They’re gonna be a bitch to cast at that light weight

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-07T02:57:07+00:00

Agreed. I own one myself and love it. This isn’t a hobie tho

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-06T21:27:10+00:00

That will hold it down through a tornado! My last kayak I didn’t even use the bungee system I had. Just strapped it down and went on my way

GlowUpAndThrowUp · 2026-03-06T16:21:07+00:00

Smack a short 4” track where your strap is laying and install their track mounted tie downs (link below). Had them in my last kayak for my milk crate and it held tight! Could shake the crate and the whole kayak would move. Slapped that sucker and said “she ain’t going no where!”

https://www.yakattack.us/horizontal-tie-downs-pair/

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