If it ain't broke don't fix it!
Jan 19, 2020 13:15:31 #
Ok so last season I used Spiderwire EZ Braid. (Moss Green) It was my first time using braid on a spinning reel. I use braid on baitcasters always. I think spiderwire was great. I use a 4 ft mono leader on it and seemed to do well. But, I usually re-spool for a new season although I'm told it's not necessary to re-spool every season I do anyway. So to my question....I hear lots of talk about Power Pro on FS and little about Spiderwire. Can anyone who has used both give me the pro's and Con's between them. I still have a few hundred ft. of Spiderwire left, but now considering giving Power Pro a shot. I pulled a lot of line off the spool yesterday and I did notice that there is some memory in Spiderwire, not as bad as mono, but still there non the less. Maybe I should rig up different this season, let me know your opinions please!
Jan 19, 2020 13:40:59 #
JRK227
Loc: Cedarburg, WI
Power Pro is the same diameter throughout the spool. Spiderwire often has thin and sometime flat spots. Since using Power Pro, I will not use any thing else. The only exception is on my icefishing reels.
I usually don't use a leader unless I am fishing crystal clear waters
I usually don't use a leader unless I am fishing crystal clear waters
Jan 19, 2020 13:54:13 #
hmmm, never noticed that really. I am leaning towards re-spool with Power Pro just to experience it myself! Thank You for the reply!
Jan 19, 2020 15:14:59 #
Foodfisher
Loc: SO. Cal coast
No negs with power pro. Have heard of spider wire cutting notches in guides.
Jan 19, 2020 15:29:56 #
I've heard that too...I check mine occasionally but don't see that yet. Guides have ceramic inserts though on mine.
Jan 19, 2020 15:46:53 #
I used Spiderwire when it first came out. I could hear it go through my guides and said, "That can't be a good thing", switched to Fireline, not very abrasive resistant. Switched to Seagar, pricey, switched to Power Pro, no problems. (MHO)
Jan 19, 2020 16:26:16 #
Thank You Flyguy....I'm getting lots of reasons to re-spool with Power Pro this season. Still have a 300 yd. Spool of Spiderwire from Walmart on sale last year...maybe they'll let me trade towards Power Pro.
Jan 19, 2020 16:47:05 #
Do you still have your receipt? Don't use Spiderwire on cheap guides.
Jan 19, 2020 16:59:14 #
No, but they will usually give me store credit without one. Hasn't done any guide damage yet and i fish almost daily when ice out comes. Key word is yet!
Jan 19, 2020 19:27:57 #
Ron620DVS
Loc: Guntersville Alabama
I haven’t used Power Pro in many years. Just my personal choice. I use the Sunline fishing lines. Suffix braids are also good for my fishing.. Nothing wrong with the other brands just personal choice...
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Jan 19, 2020 19:28:07 #
Ron620DVS
Loc: Guntersville Alabama
I haven’t used Power Pro in many years. Just my personal choice. I use the Sunline fishing lines. Suffix braids are also good for my fishing.. Nothing wrong with the other brands just personal choice...
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Jan 20, 2020 07:36:47 #
captjohn
Loc: Northern Illinois
power pro SLICK is my #1 choice and I've tried six or seven different kinds Sunline came in second but PRICEY
Jan 20, 2020 08:06:24 #
I am also a PowerPro guy. I’ve been using it for about 10 years and have found zero problems with it. I’ve got reels that the braid has been on it for 3 years and still going. I also use PowerPro on my spinning equipment and it also works fine. I prefer the yellow because it’s easier for me to see the line, just take a black marker and mark up the last 18 inches. Just .02 cents worth.
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