07-08-2001, 12:37 AM
Welcome Lew and thanks for the great reply. <br><br>I will only add one other comment and that is "braid is often better for deep water jigging because it helps get what I consider the right action into your jigs or lures". <br><br>This applies to depths of say 200 feet +. Mono lines tend to stretch too much and cause a delay off the rod tip which is not preferable for this technique in my book. <br><br>Your right Neil. Up on the saltwater board "GT Fishing Post" braided lines are spooled in the main because they need to work the fish hard given their strength and also the depth of water being fished in (at times). <br><br>Often it comes down to personal choice. If you do choose braid lines then your reel has to have the ability to stand up to the extra stress added by and increased line strength As well. <br><br>Capt's. Dan and Jeff might also add their thoughts on their reasons for choosing braid here as well when they drop in next along with any other angler who would like to comment. <br><br>It's an important Q from either land or boat and matching your rod, reel and tackle to braid. <br><br>Burnin Thumbs!<br><br>Steve B <br>Moderator Lures/Baits Forum<br><A HREF="http://www.demonjigs.com" target="_new">http://www.demonjigs.com</A>