Hi guys Gals,
Anyone tried this line in 18lb? Going by the forum most people using it in 15lb.
'Just spooled up with 15lb Syncro XT (the non loaded one) and really like alot of things about it, but I'm thinking of going up to the 18lb version.....
I like the minimal stretch, colour, the way it lays - not as coily, springy as other lines.
Only thing is, I'm finding it alot harder to tie a 100% proper strong Palomar knot with it.
The knot just doesn't seem to bed down aswell compared to other lines?
Anyone else find this?
I wish it was a little thicker.. seems close to .34 to me?
I'm thinking of stepping up to the 18lb but looking at the Tackle Box tests, it's weaker
which I'm not sure I believe.
I note the TB tests notes it uses Grinner knot. Palomar not mentioned.
What next.
Thnx.
Anyone tried this line in 18lb? Going by the forum most people using it in 15lb.
'Just spooled up with 15lb Syncro XT (the non loaded one) and really like alot of things about it, but I'm thinking of going up to the 18lb version.....
I like the minimal stretch, colour, the way it lays - not as coily, springy as other lines.
Only thing is, I'm finding it alot harder to tie a 100% proper strong Palomar knot with it.
The knot just doesn't seem to bed down aswell compared to other lines?
Anyone else find this?
I wish it was a little thicker.. seems close to .34 to me?
I'm thinking of stepping up to the 18lb but looking at the Tackle Box tests, it's weaker
which I'm not sure I believe.I note the TB tests notes it uses Grinner knot. Palomar not mentioned.
What next.
Thnx.
In reply to Post #1
I use syncro, and love it, but i wouldnt describe it as anywhere near being minimum stretch., if anything its very stretchy
I use syncro, and love it, but i wouldnt describe it as anywhere near being minimum stretch., if anything its very stretchy
In reply to Post #2
I'm thinking of using the 18lb version aswell so would be interested in people's opinions on it. Alot of people use the 0.37
I'm thinking of using the 18lb version aswell so would be interested in people's opinions on it. Alot of people use the 0.37
One of the best lines out. Just binned my 12lb ogx line one of the worst I've used. Coils bad, not abrasive and gets bad little kinks so easy. Everything syncro does well
In reply to Post #1
Hi,
I changed to the 18lb synchro this season after many years using x line and I can only say I am very pleased I did.
I get none of the line twist I did before and given I fish a very weedy water it's stood up to everything very well so far.
Re the knot, I can't comment on the palomar as only use a grinner but again no issues fo date.
Hi,
I changed to the 18lb synchro this season after many years using x line and I can only say I am very pleased I did.
I get none of the line twist I did before and given I fish a very weedy water it's stood up to everything very well so far.
Re the knot, I can't comment on the palomar as only use a grinner but again no issues fo date.
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In reply to Post #4
Hi guys,
What knots are you using?
Thanks, Dan.
In reply to Post #4
Hi guys,
What knots are you using?
Thanks, Dan.
In reply to Post #6
Sorry mate, missed that question. Palomar has worked wel for me to unleaded leader, or straight to swivel
Sorry mate, missed that question. Palomar has worked wel for me to unleaded leader, or straight to swivel
In reply to Post #1
I used the 18lb a lot for most of my Europe fishing and its blooming fantastic
I only use mainly just Palomar . Albright and the brilliant rapala loop knot ( Tie it one end and any other loop knot the other end and pull till it breaks) you will see why its the best loop knot
never had any problems ever with ESP syncro XT its highly abrasion resistant too
but the loaded is shyte and a different line all together
and then over 6 years ago started river fishing on the rock filled Tidal Trent dropped to 15lb and thats been fantastic too
IMHO
I think its the very best all round mono money can buy and I think I have tried most of them too
I used the 18lb a lot for most of my Europe fishing and its blooming fantastic
I only use mainly just Palomar . Albright and the brilliant rapala loop knot ( Tie it one end and any other loop knot the other end and pull till it breaks) you will see why its the best loop knot
never had any problems ever with ESP syncro XT its highly abrasion resistant too
but the loaded is shyte and a different line all together
and then over 6 years ago started river fishing on the rock filled Tidal Trent dropped to 15lb and thats been fantastic too
IMHO
I think its the very best all round mono money can buy and I think I have tried most of them too
In reply to Post #8
Does it cast nice the 18lb not to wirey?
Does it cast nice the 18lb not to wirey?
In reply to Post #9
exactly how its described
unbeatable knot strength, optimum stretch, quick sinking, superb abrasion resistance without being wiry
and this relative suppleness is the reason its superb for casting the biggun
exactly how its described
unbeatable knot strength, optimum stretch, quick sinking, superb abrasion resistance without being wiry
and this relative suppleness is the reason its superb for casting the biggun
In reply to Post #10
Thanks for the review
Thanks for the review
Been using the 18lb synchro xt for a while the most reliable line I have used, I always use a Palomar knot, I fish a brackish tidal river and have had the line rubbing against roots and the line comes in barely damaged. it is easy to sink also the only problem I've had is line twist but I think that's more down to my reels than the line.
In reply to Post #12
Am i the only one that finds it quite stretchy? Not in a bad way, just in a bit more than optimal way
Am i the only one that finds it quite stretchy? Not in a bad way, just in a bit more than optimal way
In reply to Post #13
I don't find it overly stretchy. Had to spool up with Gardner GT-HD this time as couldn't get hold of Synchro when I needed it and find that far stretchier. Definitely switching back to ESP when I need to spool.up again
I don't find it overly stretchy. Had to spool up with Gardner GT-HD this time as couldn't get hold of Synchro when I needed it and find that far stretchier. Definitely switching back to ESP when I need to spool.up again
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yes you are
yes you are