looking for a soft fluorocarbon hooklink not to stiff. Anyone got any recommendations. Thanks
ESP soft ghost is decent. Even the standard ghost is pretty soft in 15.
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Always used Korda iq2 and got on well with it
Always used Korda iq2 and got on well with it
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fox in 16lb is good.
brought a spool and been happy with it. having used this and IQ id say IQ is tougher but it is a higher diameter for the same B/S
fox in 16lb is good.
brought a spool and been happy with it. having used this and IQ id say IQ is tougher but it is a higher diameter for the same B/S
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Seaguar Ace Hard. You will not find better believe me. Seems expensive but there is more than double the amount on the spool compared to Korda, etc & it is a TRUE fluorocarbon. I use the 23lb version for leaders & hooklinks and it straightens without needing to be steamed, knots like a dream, sinks like a brick and is abrasion resistant as well to boot. Breaks at the stated breaking strain as well with a good knot (half blood or palomar)
Seaguar Ace Hard. You will not find better believe me. Seems expensive but there is more than double the amount on the spool compared to Korda, etc & it is a TRUE fluorocarbon. I use the 23lb version for leaders & hooklinks and it straightens without needing to be steamed, knots like a dream, sinks like a brick and is abrasion resistant as well to boot. Breaks at the stated breaking strain as well with a good knot (half blood or palomar)
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Same here, can't go wrong with IQ2.
Same here, can't go wrong with IQ2.
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Iq2 in 15lb is spot on
Iq2 in 15lb is spot on
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I do t think that any real flouro is soft.
But IQ2, Kontour, Seagur, Fox And Mirage are all good fluoro's and can be trusted
I do t think that any real flouro is soft.
But IQ2, Kontour, Seagur, Fox And Mirage are all good fluoro's and can be trusted
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Ghost soft
Ghost soft
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I do t think that any real flouro is soft.
They are not, which is why I tend to extend the length of my hooklnks when using fluorocarbon. If I was using a braided or coated braid of 8", I would extend the fluorocarbon one to 10". Kicks it away still and still pins down nicely. Used to do the same with mono as well, but don't use mono hooklinks any more other than zigs or floaters (which are very rarely used due to not liking zig fishing nor spending a lot of time after fish when the weather is warm & they are on the top (too many people out then for my liking!)
I do t think that any real flouro is soft.
They are not, which is why I tend to extend the length of my hooklnks when using fluorocarbon. If I was using a braided or coated braid of 8", I would extend the fluorocarbon one to 10". Kicks it away still and still pins down nicely. Used to do the same with mono as well, but don't use mono hooklinks any more other than zigs or floaters (which are very rarely used due to not liking zig fishing nor spending a lot of time after fish when the weather is warm & they are on the top (too many people out then for my liking!)
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Rig Marole CamH2O is very good......comes in quite a few BS and is very versitile.
The good thing about this is that it doesnt need steaming to straighten - just pull gently with 2 pulling tools etc to straighten, hold a few seconds and hey-presto perfectly straight.
the higher BS 20 - 25lb can be used for chod type sections as it is easily curved.
Take a look on YouTube etc....highly recommended
Rig Marole CamH2O is very good......comes in quite a few BS and is very versitile.
The good thing about this is that it doesnt need steaming to straighten - just pull gently with 2 pulling tools etc to straighten, hold a few seconds and hey-presto perfectly straight.
the higher BS 20 - 25lb can be used for chod type sections as it is easily curved.
Take a look on YouTube etc....highly recommended
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Same, great gear
Same, great gear
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Great hooklink is camh20 but very stiff.
Great hooklink is camh20 but very stiff.
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Seaguar Ace Hard. You will not find better believe me.
Seconded!
This is the stuff to look out for.
Seaguar Ace Hard. You will not find better believe me.
Seconded!
This is the stuff to look out for.
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Not very soft though is it, that's what the op asked for. Makes a great leader though.
Not very soft though is it, that's what the op asked for. Makes a great leader though.
I actually avoid carp tax fluorocarbon hooklink material, mine is Spiderwire in 15lb.
It does go through the eye three times for D-rigs with Muggas and Solar 101's
Another vote for IQ2 15lb here 
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Good for a d rig?
Want something to push my nuts out.
Good for a d rig?
Want something to push my nuts out.
The best is seaguar hands down, it's meant to be stiff and they make softer versions but the best value is just a bulk spool of 12-30lb fluoro mainline.
Or just use mono, which is softer and knots easier.
It's not like we are wading crystal clear flats is it, 8” of any .35 mono isn't sticking out.
Or just use mono, which is softer and knots easier.
It's not like we are wading crystal clear flats is it, 8” of any .35 mono isn't sticking out.
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I ordered a spool after reading your positive reply. Received it today and must say I'm very impressed! No steaming, high breaking strain at relative small diameter and knots like a dream. The 23.5lb has a nice stiffness to it, and passed my pulling test.
I ordered a spool after reading your positive reply. Received it today and must say I'm very impressed! No steaming, high breaking strain at relative small diameter and knots like a dream. The 23.5lb has a nice stiffness to it, and passed my pulling test.
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It's the only hooklink fluoro I will use these days. I thank Stef for putting me on to it when he worked in The Friendly Fisherman tackle shop in Tunbridge Wells.
It's the only hooklink fluoro I will use these days. I thank Stef for putting me on to it when he worked in The Friendly Fisherman tackle shop in Tunbridge Wells.
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Hi
can I ask which 1 cause there are several different names
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Hi
can I ask which 1 cause there are several different names
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Post #5
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that seaguar is crap.i tied a knot less knot with it on a mugga and it snapped at 8lb. Tried a chody and the same happened.tried a straight shank. The same.
I tried IQ2 in 15lb on a mugga and the hook began to straighten.yes it's a little thicker but rather that than 8lb knot strength
that seaguar is crap.i tied a knot less knot with it on a mugga and it snapped at 8lb. Tried a chody and the same happened.tried a straight shank. The same.
I tried IQ2 in 15lb on a mugga and the hook began to straighten.yes it's a little thicker but rather that than 8lb knot strength
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Hi Twier,
Do you start the whipping of the knotless knot to the opening of the hook eye? With a mono/fluorcarbon always make sure the first whip is on the bended side of the eye. This is because the opposite side has a sharp edge due the cutting of the wire of the hook, which can cause a cut-off. When you use a thicker fluorocarbon as you stated, this will be less prone to a cut-off at the sharp side of the hook eye.
Hi Twier,
Do you start the whipping of the knotless knot to the opening of the hook eye? With a mono/fluorcarbon always make sure the first whip is on the bended side of the eye. This is because the opposite side has a sharp edge due the cutting of the wire of the hook, which can cause a cut-off. When you use a thicker fluorocarbon as you stated, this will be less prone to a cut-off at the sharp side of the hook eye.
Rigmarole or Gardner are very good, didn't get on with Korda.
P-Line Shinsei. Miles better than any others I have used.
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Yeah I tried both ways on all 3 hook types.
Yeah I tried both ways on all 3 hook types.
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Which hooks ?
If they have in turned eyes ,
it can create a pinch point where the line exits the hook under pressure
Leading to breakages
Which hooks ?
If they have in turned eyes ,
it can create a pinch point where the line exits the hook under pressure
Leading to breakages
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Gutted Andy lush has finally shut up shop now ken 😔
Gutted Andy lush has finally shut up shop now ken 😔
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Think i got a bad batch of that, snaps very easily under pressure.
Think i got a bad batch of that, snaps very easily under pressure.
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Anyone used seaguar soft plus.
I currently use frog hair flouro 8.8 lb amongst others but always looking for something more flexible especially around .2 mm diameter. I find knot strength on the frog hair is fine and the seaguar also performs well in the tests I've read, but I was wondering how it compares softness wise.
Anyone used seaguar soft plus.
I currently use frog hair flouro 8.8 lb amongst others but always looking for something more flexible especially around .2 mm diameter. I find knot strength on the frog hair is fine and the seaguar also performs well in the tests I've read, but I was wondering how it compares softness wise.
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I use this in the 24.2lb breaking strain for my leaders and it's superb.
It also makes a great boom section material..
I use this in the 24.2lb breaking strain for my leaders and it's superb.
It also makes a great boom section material..
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Thanks, Should have said it's mainly for surface fishing but same principles apply. Just need good knot strength and as flexible as possible.
Thanks, Should have said it's mainly for surface fishing but same principles apply. Just need good knot strength and as flexible as possible.
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I've used it trout fishing in 10 & 12lbs, is strong and thin and it performs admirably. Not sure if I'd use it if I wanted to fish on or just under the surface as it sinks to well when it gets going. I'd use a co-polymer line. You can get lighter breaking strains of fluorocarbon (eg 4lb) to float, but these are are probably too light for your needs. Having said that, I did catch a 12lb carp on 4lb line whilst float fishing with a worm yesterday. Haven't had as much fun playing a fish in ages. It coped with going through my carp lines and knocked back Canadian weed. It's been on the reel for at least 8 years (I know, I need to get out on the bank more). Time for a re-spool me thinks!
You could try greasing the line with - say, Mucilin. Drennan double strength in 10lb is supposed to be good, but that is a co-polymer (I think). I take it the invisible nature of fluorocarbon is also an appeal while floater fishing?
I've used it trout fishing in 10 & 12lbs, is strong and thin and it performs admirably. Not sure if I'd use it if I wanted to fish on or just under the surface as it sinks to well when it gets going. I'd use a co-polymer line. You can get lighter breaking strains of fluorocarbon (eg 4lb) to float, but these are are probably too light for your needs. Having said that, I did catch a 12lb carp on 4lb line whilst float fishing with a worm yesterday. Haven't had as much fun playing a fish in ages. It coped with going through my carp lines and knocked back Canadian weed. It's been on the reel for at least 8 years (I know, I need to get out on the bank more). Time for a re-spool me thinks!
You could try greasing the line with - say, Mucilin. Drennan double strength in 10lb is supposed to be good, but that is a co-polymer (I think). I take it the invisible nature of fluorocarbon is also an appeal while floater fishing?
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That sounds interesting I think that's going to be worth a try, thanks.
I've used copolymer quite a lot and I've had good success using it as a 3 to 4ft hook link. Also used
8.8 lb frog hair fluoro but it's a little stiffer than I would like, however at that diameter it does sink or float as required so I expect Seaguar should do the same.
I often deshine / degrease the last 18 inches or so, then it's subsurface and avoids the meniscus being seen in high light levels, so yes the reduced visibility of the fluoro is the attraction.
Depending on where I fish I either use a mono 10lb main line with a few ft of 8lb ish hook link or 15lb main normally with 10 to 13lb hook link if space is tight. Probably try the Seaguar for the lighter setup first.
Yes I think you've had your money's worth out of your 4 lb line and it is surprising how little would turn a fish but as you say I think 4 lb would probably be a step too far.
That sounds interesting I think that's going to be worth a try, thanks.
I've used copolymer quite a lot and I've had good success using it as a 3 to 4ft hook link. Also used
8.8 lb frog hair fluoro but it's a little stiffer than I would like, however at that diameter it does sink or float as required so I expect Seaguar should do the same.
I often deshine / degrease the last 18 inches or so, then it's subsurface and avoids the meniscus being seen in high light levels, so yes the reduced visibility of the fluoro is the attraction.
Depending on where I fish I either use a mono 10lb main line with a few ft of 8lb ish hook link or 15lb main normally with 10 to 13lb hook link if space is tight. Probably try the Seaguar for the lighter setup first.
Yes I think you've had your money's worth out of your 4 lb line and it is surprising how little would turn a fish but as you say I think 4 lb would probably be a step too far.
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