In reply to Post #13
By last updated they have simply added new lines they have tested or deleted lines no longer available. The tec black in the line test must be the old original stuff as its been listed with the same spec for many years.
By last updated they have simply added new lines they have tested or deleted lines no longer available. The tec black in the line test must be the old original stuff as its been listed with the same spec for many years.
In reply to Post #15
I didn't even look to be fair!
I didn't even look to be fair!
In reply to Post #17
Helpful
Helpful
In reply to Post #18
Sorry
Sorry
In reply to Post #19
I have a spool of the 0.355 coming today so I will measure it at work tomorrow.
I have a spool of the 0.355 coming today so I will measure it at work tomorrow.
In reply to Post #20
I ended up going for syncro xt in 18lb as I prefer the idea of a clearish line. Went with 18lb to hopefully get better sinking properties, dont need to cast far, but need really good abrasion. Expect I'll end up ripping it off when I get annoyed with it twisting on me and go for cm90 or technium. 😆 didn't like the idea of only getting 620m of technium in 0.40 so was tempted with cm90 but then remembered I was struggling with daytime bites in the past after reading previous threads. See how I get on.
Only switching from fluoro as keep getting snapped off from pike as they seem to like the glint from fluoro.
I ended up going for syncro xt in 18lb as I prefer the idea of a clearish line. Went with 18lb to hopefully get better sinking properties, dont need to cast far, but need really good abrasion. Expect I'll end up ripping it off when I get annoyed with it twisting on me and go for cm90 or technium. 😆 didn't like the idea of only getting 620m of technium in 0.40 so was tempted with cm90 but then remembered I was struggling with daytime bites in the past after reading previous threads. See how I get on.
Only switching from fluoro as keep getting snapped off from pike as they seem to like the glint from fluoro.
In reply to Post #21
Lets be honest ... you do love a line thread
Lets be honest ... you do love a line thread
In reply to Post #20
Interested to hear you verdict . I use the .35
Interested to hear you verdict . I use the .35
In reply to Post #22
You know it mate, every year or so I'll pop up with a new one 😉
You know it mate, every year or so I'll pop up with a new one 😉
In reply to Post #23
I'm currently on CM90 which I love, but I am fishing quite far to the opposite margin all the time and would just like a bit less stretch (I used to use and rate black technium) Hopefully this new black technium is as good or better than the original.
I'm currently on CM90 which I love, but I am fishing quite far to the opposite margin all the time and would just like a bit less stretch (I used to use and rate black technium) Hopefully this new black technium is as good or better than the original.
In reply to Post #25
I've used Black Technium for years and before that Catana, both really good lines.
I was surprised at the stated diameter for the new stuff. I've checked it out with a micrometer and it's more or less correct.
I've been using the 0.305 in the UK this season and I've used the 0.355 in France, once earlier this year with a second trip in just over week.
So far so good. both diameters cast well, although the 0.355 has been used mostly with a boat. Both have great bite detection. I did experience considerable twist with the 0.355 using the boat but this was about normal. Had cats to over 50 on the 0.305 so still tough as old boots (actually it was my Wife who had the big cat)
Overall, very happy and no intention of changing (even though the Gamma line looks very good)
I've used Black Technium for years and before that Catana, both really good lines.
I was surprised at the stated diameter for the new stuff. I've checked it out with a micrometer and it's more or less correct.
I've been using the 0.305 in the UK this season and I've used the 0.355 in France, once earlier this year with a second trip in just over week.
So far so good. both diameters cast well, although the 0.355 has been used mostly with a boat. Both have great bite detection. I did experience considerable twist with the 0.355 using the boat but this was about normal. Had cats to over 50 on the 0.305 so still tough as old boots (actually it was my Wife who had the big cat)
Overall, very happy and no intention of changing (even though the Gamma line looks very good)
In reply to Post #10
Diameter measurement 0.285, showed the actual size 0.31. Therefore, feel free to add 0.02 to the indicated size))
Diameter measurement 0.285, showed the actual size 0.31. Therefore, feel free to add 0.02 to the indicated size))
In reply to Post #27
that would suggest the 0.305 is nearer the old 0.33mm dia (12lb) .... Ive never needed anything stronger than the 12lb (0.33mm) in the past
that would suggest the 0.305 is nearer the old 0.33mm dia (12lb) .... Ive never needed anything stronger than the 12lb (0.33mm) in the past