How to choose a braided fishing line for spinning: features, rules, ratings and tips

The best braid for spinning will make your fishing more successful. Today, braided cord is an excellent alternative to monofilament fishing line. It is used in the summer when fishing for large fish. The cord is durable and can withstand even the heaviest catch. When thinking about which braid to choose for a spinning rod, you need to consider several characteristics. There are budget, mid-price and premium models. The main advantage of such a fishing line is that it does not stretch and has a “memory” effect. But it is impossible to fish in cold weather, since the structure absorbs moisture. As a result, defects appear. It is worth considering the rating of braids for spinning rods so that you can choose the appropriate model based on your needs and available budget.

How to choose braid for spinning?

Rating of braids for spinning

Photo	Name	Rating	Price
Budget segment braids
#1		ALLVEGA ULTIMATE (135M)	⭐ 99 / 100	Find out the price
#2		SIWEIDA TAIPAN SENSOR PE BRAID X4	⭐ 98 / 100 1 - voice Read also: Ide for spinning: spring, summer, autumn	Find out the price
#3		SPIDERWIRE EZ BRAID (137 M)	⭐ 97 / 100	Find out the price
#4		YO-ZURI PE SUPERBRAID (135 M)	⭐ 96 / 100	Find out the price
#5		AQUA PE ULTRA ELITE (135 M)	⭐ 95 / 100 2 - votes	Find out the price
Braids for spinning rods of the middle price segment
#1		SUFIX MATRIX PRO (250 M)	⭐ 99 / 100 3 - votes	Find out the price
#2		DUEL PE HARDCORE X8 (150 M)	⭐ 98 / 100 1 - voice	Find out the price
#3		STINGER POWERLINE 150M MULTICOLOR	⭐ 97 / 100 1 - voice	Find out the price
#4		KOSADAKA INFINITY 150M	⭐ 96 / 100 1 - voice	Find out the price
Premium spinning braids
#1		SUFIX 832 BRAID (135 M)	⭐ 99 / 100 2 - votes	Find out the price
#2	Read also: Finding a promising place for fishing on a feeder	DUEL PE SUPER X-WIRE 8 (150 M)	⭐ 98 / 100 2 - votes	Find out the price
#3		VARIVAS AVANI SEA BASS PE SENSITIVE FULLCAST (200 M)	⭐ 97 / 100 2 - votes	Find out the price

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What do feeders say?

In general, before purchasing a fishing line, you need to clearly decide what method, where and under what conditions you will fish. After all, its qualities must correspond to your intentions. For example, fishing with a feeder...

You remember: the inextensibility of the cord makes it very sensitive. With a sluggish bite, braided bait gives a greater chance of success. This is especially noticeable during long casts. If you fish near the shore, then you can also use monofilament.

However, the same inextensibility can become a hindrance when playing. The cord does not absorb the jerks of the fish; this falls entirely on the rod blank and the drag of the reel. This disadvantage of the cord is especially noticeable on a body of water with a current. And in a small carp pond, the fishing line is not inferior to the cord.

The fact that the braided line is stronger is not so important in still water, but in a canal or on a river it is significant. Due to the smaller windage of a thin cord, you can work with a lighter feeder here. Well, casting in a side wind will be more accurate.

True, the thin cord is easily cut by a shell. But the solution is known: a monofilament leash solves this problem.

Premium spinning braids

Today there are not many models in the premium segment market. Therefore, it is worth considering those that are rightfully considered the best today.

VARIVAS AVANI SEA BASS PE SENSITIVE FULLCAST (200 M)

Excellent professional fishing line from Japan. The yellow color makes it easy to visualize in water. However, this prevents fishing for some fish. Suitable for catching predators only. Can be used for long casts, as the line passes perfectly through the guides without making unnecessary sounds. Sensitivity is good. There is a special coating that increases the strength of the braid.

VARIVAS AVANI SEA BASS PE SENSITIVE FULLCAST (200 M)

Characteristics:

8 cores;
diameter 0.1 – 0.36 mm;
length 200 meters;
made in Japan;
yellow.

pros

high quality;
use of modern technologies in production;
high-quality impregnation;
perfect glide;
does not break under high load.

Minuses

high price;
Suitable only for predatory fish.

VARIVAS AVANI SEA BASS PE SENSITIVE FULLCAST (200 M)

DUEL PE SUPER X-WIRE 8 (150 M)

High-quality fishing line made of high-strength Dyneema polymers. It uses impregnation, which remains on the braid for a long time. This significantly reduces the wear resistance of the product. Eight threads provide good strength, and their weaving under high pressure significantly reduces the diameter of the fishing line. It turns out round and smooth. Many professional fishermen choose this model.

DUEL PE SUPER X-WIRE 8 (150 M)

Characteristics:

8 cores;
diameter 0.1 – 0.32 mm;
length 150 meters;
made in Japan;
green color.

pros

famous manufacturer;
good quality;
Dyneema polymers are used;
the fishing line passes well through the rings and does not get tangled;
long service life.

Minuses

high price.

DUEL PE SUPER X-WIRE 8 (150 M)

SUFIX 832 BRAID (135 M)

This model can be used for two seasons because it is made from high-quality polymers. The line does not tangle and can withstand heavy loads. Thus, the user saves in the long run if he decides to immediately pay a high price for a good product.

SUFIX 832 BRAID (135 M)

Characteristics:

8 cores;
diameter 0.1 – 0.3 mm;
length 135 meters;
made in Taiwan;
green color.

pros

excellent quality;
suitable for all types of fishing;
universal color for Russian reservoirs;
acceptable price;
enough for up to two seasons.

Minuses

not identified.

SUFIX 832 BRAID (135 M)

Line color

The dynamism of spinning fishing, and in particular the constant movement of baits as a result of retrieving, makes it possible not to rank the color of the fishing line as the most important factor influencing the fish bite. The predator first of all pays attention to the game of the bait, and the color design of the cord fades into the background.

Important! As a rule, fluorocarbon and monofilament are almost always used in a transparent form, with only occasional exceptions in color options.

And if there is such a question, then the greenish color spectrum is considered the best shades.

Important! Regarding the braided wire, the color scheme is chosen for visual convenience of monitoring the progress of the wiring.

After all, a thin fishing line in a bright color is much more noticeable than its dull tones.

Braid for spinning: how to choose the diameter

Many fishermen are confused about what diameter of braid to choose for a spinning rod. There are average indicators that allow you to understand which parameter should be chosen in a particular case.

Table. How to choose the diameter of the braid

Diameter (mm)	Weight supported (kg)
0.1	3.6
0.12	4.5
0.14	6.7
0.16	9.1
0.18	9.7
0.2	11.4
0.23	13.6
0.26	14.4
0.28	15.9
0.3	17.11
0.32	18.2
0.35	20.4

Important . When thinking about what diameter to choose for a spinning rod, you need to consider who you plan to catch. It is also necessary to take into account that it is impossible to achieve the same diameter along the entire length of the fishing line. Therefore, it is recommended to buy with a small margin if you do not want to lose your catch due to torn fishing line.

Tips and tricks

Regarding leashes:

Often, for spinning rods they are made from flucarbon and Kevlar.
When fishing for pike with expensive baits, it is better to use leashes made of metal fishing lines.
Stranded wire in a nylon sheath is a good leader material. It is soft and has low memory. Does not interfere with the play of the bait. It is easier to replace. The disadvantage is that it frays when in contact with shell rock. However, this leash is a good choice.
Never use monofilament line for pike leashes.

Regarding fishing line:

If you use flucarbon line, you can do without a leash.
Monofilament fishing line is used for spinners and rigs.
Braid is already used for various wobblers and jigs.

How to choose the right fishing line

There are several main parameters that influence the choice of braided cord for fishing, namely:

Color. For stagnant and salty water, blue is suitable. But in Russia there are few such reservoirs, so it is better to use green. When planning to catch predators, color is not important. It is better to choose bright colors so that you can clearly see the fishing line. Yellow or multi-colored items will be optimal.
Diameter. Information about him is listed above. But it is worth understanding that the table is average; the exact values depend on the technology used to create the braid. In any case, it is worth buying with a margin of safety.
Footage The standard footage is 150 meters. But there are manufacturers who offer more or less than this length.

Thus, you need to carefully select your fishing rod. It is important to remember that it is suitable exclusively for summer fishing. In winter it can be used, but the fishing line will quickly lose its properties.

During winter fishing, it is better to use regular fishing line. It is thinner, but less susceptible to the negative effects of cold water.

Strength

The next, extremely significant factor on which you should focus your attention when selecting a braided fishing line for a spinning rod is, of course, strength or breaking load . Testing this parameter is not at all burdensome; to do this, it’s best to use a typical household steelyard. Only the use of knots by the fisherman can influence the inaccuracy of the fortress. However, if the equipment is incorrect, the breaking capacity of the cord will be minimal. For this reason, experienced spinners recommend practicing only time-tested methods of tying knots. Double palomar is considered multi-purpose.

We also recommend reading:

How to properly tie a jig to a fishing line Diagram on how to learn how to tie a hook to a fishing line Tourist knots - types and methods of tying Gardner's loop for a feeder: how to tie

In addition, we must not forget about the practical layout guidelines applied to the braid, which are located directly on the box or inside it.