BEST 2 LB TEST MONOFILAMENT LINE - Bluegill - Big Bluegill2024-03-19T06:36:19Zhttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/forum/topics/best-2-lb-test-monofilament?commentId=2036984%3AComment%3A73173&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI fish in brush so thick that…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-24:2036984:Comment:738712010-02-24T14:11:13.893ZLord of the Fly , Rodshttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/LordoftheFlyRods
I fish in brush so thick that if it was above the water line on the bank deer would hide in it,in these conditions I use 10 lb test flourcarbon and a wire hook with live crickets. If I happen to get hung up just a straight pull on the line will bend the hook and all I need to do is rebait,this is all done without disturbing the structure after bending the hook back,with this same rig I have pulled 14 lb catfish out of the brush with a flyrod
I fish in brush so thick that if it was above the water line on the bank deer would hide in it,in these conditions I use 10 lb test flourcarbon and a wire hook with live crickets. If I happen to get hung up just a straight pull on the line will bend the hook and all I need to do is rebait,this is all done without disturbing the structure after bending the hook back,with this same rig I have pulled 14 lb catfish out of the brush with a flyrod Good point on the brush- ligh…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-24:2036984:Comment:738662010-02-24T04:26:39.909ZJohnny wilkinshttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/chicagofishing
Good point on the brush- light leaders say 1 lb. line on 2 lb. leader would result in you being able to break that leader without moving the brush structure.<br />
If you leader is that light, you would retrieve your split shot, the float and the majority of your rig. For lures and other items where you want the business end back - NO on the 1 lb., that is strictly for live bait. If you can keep from disturbing the structure, you can keep fishing without having to wait for the fish to settle down.
Good point on the brush- light leaders say 1 lb. line on 2 lb. leader would result in you being able to break that leader without moving the brush structure.<br />
If you leader is that light, you would retrieve your split shot, the float and the majority of your rig. For lures and other items where you want the business end back - NO on the 1 lb., that is strictly for live bait. If you can keep from disturbing the structure, you can keep fishing without having to wait for the fish to settle down. I use 4 lbs test line for gen…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-24:2036984:Comment:738622010-02-24T04:06:07.518ZJohn Cachelhttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/JohnCachel
I use 4 lbs test line for general bluegill fishing! I like 4 and 6 lbs test line for live bait with float (special bobber). I use 2 lbs test line if I have to fish heavy fishing pressure, crystal clear water and bright sunny day! I caught some nice bluegills on 2 lbs test line that fish's mouth is healed from hooked in the past! Sometime you need 2 lbs to fool smart big 'gills but need heavy like 4 or 6 for heavy covers. Not good to use 2 lbs in famous Reelfoot Lake, weeds lakes in Florida,…
I use 4 lbs test line for general bluegill fishing! I like 4 and 6 lbs test line for live bait with float (special bobber). I use 2 lbs test line if I have to fish heavy fishing pressure, crystal clear water and bright sunny day! I caught some nice bluegills on 2 lbs test line that fish's mouth is healed from hooked in the past! Sometime you need 2 lbs to fool smart big 'gills but need heavy like 4 or 6 for heavy covers. Not good to use 2 lbs in famous Reelfoot Lake, weeds lakes in Florida, swmap area in southern states, etc! Good idea to try 2 lbs in clearwater lakes in Calfornia! Need long long rod or reduce break line and easier to control big fish on light line! I use 2lb line for ice fishin…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-21:2036984:Comment:735492010-02-21T18:57:46.120ZJames Feaselhttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/jimvision
I use 2lb line for ice fishing. Now days I like the colored lines so I can see it.
I use 2lb line for ice fishing. Now days I like the colored lines so I can see it. Good point! LOL
I've caught…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-21:2036984:Comment:735362010-02-21T15:22:06.443ZBruce Condellohttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/BruceCondello
Good point! LOL<br />
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I've caught 20 pound striped bass hybrids on 6 pound test, so I've been down that road before. My biggest hesitation in going to 1 lb test would be the fact that I'm usually fishing bluegill around some light brush, and at 1 lb test I'm concerned that I'd break off too easily when my line gets snagged, or that the fish would drag the line across some sticks and the line would break leaving the fish to drag around the piece of mono. I like to go with the lightest line "under the…
Good point! LOL<br />
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I've caught 20 pound striped bass hybrids on 6 pound test, so I've been down that road before. My biggest hesitation in going to 1 lb test would be the fact that I'm usually fishing bluegill around some light brush, and at 1 lb test I'm concerned that I'd break off too easily when my line gets snagged, or that the fish would drag the line across some sticks and the line would break leaving the fish to drag around the piece of mono. I like to go with the lightest line "under the conditions", so I suppose I'd try 1 pound test if I was on a pure sand bottom, with zero chance of encountering brush. It all depends on personal preference, i.e. what sort of risk of breakage you're willing to tolerate in order to increase the number of bites and hookups that you get. Well ,then would a 1 pound te…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-21:2036984:Comment:735352010-02-21T15:11:22.437ZLord of the Fly , Rodshttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/LordoftheFlyRods
Well ,then would a 1 pound test be more more of a challenge? , catching a fish bigger than your pound test.
Well ,then would a 1 pound test be more more of a challenge? , catching a fish bigger than your pound test. Lord of the Fly, Rods,
I use…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-21:2036984:Comment:735312010-02-21T13:43:01.306ZBruce Condellohttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/BruceCondello
Lord of the Fly, Rods,<br />
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I use 2 pound test line quite often because the really big bluegill can be quite smart at times, and they will hit something presented with 2 pound test because the line is too small to see, and because it allows for a more subtle presentation. It's also fun to <i>tell</i> people sometimes that you're using 2 lb test because they'll want to know more. A lot of people have never even <i>seen</i> two pound test.
Lord of the Fly, Rods,<br />
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I use 2 pound test line quite often because the really big bluegill can be quite smart at times, and they will hit something presented with 2 pound test because the line is too small to see, and because it allows for a more subtle presentation. It's also fun to <i>tell</i> people sometimes that you're using 2 lb test because they'll want to know more. A lot of people have never even <i>seen</i> two pound test. why do yall want to use 2 pou…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-21:2036984:Comment:735222010-02-21T05:51:54.314ZLord of the Fly , Rodshttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/LordoftheFlyRods
why do yall want to use 2 pound line to catch bream , they dont call it brain surgery , I use 10 pound test flouricarbin for my leader,and they dont see it, plus I catch big catfish that get in the way
why do yall want to use 2 pound line to catch bream , they dont call it brain surgery , I use 10 pound test flouricarbin for my leader,and they dont see it, plus I catch big catfish that get in the way although i use mostly firelin…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-20:2036984:Comment:734502010-02-20T17:50:49.589Zjim cosgrovehttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/jimcosgrove
although i use mostly fireline or other braid the best mono i have found is also one of the cheapest.cortland camo line.every couple feet it changes color from dark browns or greens to almost clear.i think they make it from 2lb to 30.good knot strength and handles nice.
although i use mostly fireline or other braid the best mono i have found is also one of the cheapest.cortland camo line.every couple feet it changes color from dark browns or greens to almost clear.i think they make it from 2lb to 30.good knot strength and handles nice. Not easy to fine 2 lbs test l…tag:bigbluegill.ning.com,2010-02-20:2036984:Comment:733692010-02-20T01:46:19.207ZJohn Cachelhttps://bigbluegill.ning.com/profile/JohnCachel
Not easy to fine 2 lbs test line and I use Trilene XL 300 yards of 2 lbs test line. I remember that good line made in Germany is pretty good line. 2.1 and 3.1 lbs test line. I cant remeber name of brand but you might find it in Cabela's catalog or website. Its green line. This year that I would try Fireline Crystal line and I think its 2 lbs but as thin as half pound! But its not cheap however if its still good for a whole season then it would be great!
Not easy to fine 2 lbs test line and I use Trilene XL 300 yards of 2 lbs test line. I remember that good line made in Germany is pretty good line. 2.1 and 3.1 lbs test line. I cant remeber name of brand but you might find it in Cabela's catalog or website. Its green line. This year that I would try Fireline Crystal line and I think its 2 lbs but as thin as half pound! But its not cheap however if its still good for a whole season then it would be great!