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In reply to Post #25
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In reply to Post #23
I had the trans Khaki previously but they only had 20lb in the shop so i ended up getting the exocet Pro LO-vis green instead. Went on well and settled nicely. Will have a cast next weekend.
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This is all pretty sad news on a couple of levels.
Firstly I absolutely loved Catana and was looking forward to getting some of this reborn Catana. Sadly seems it's not to be.
Secondly, Solar seem to be a pretty trusted company by the majority of people and it's quite sad to see that they appear to have released a substandard line. Not good.
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In reply to Post #22
I used to love the old Exocet but the Trans Khaki was not as good imo,is the latest version any good
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Spooled up. Was in France last week. Took it all off yesterday. Back to Fox Exocet.
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In reply to Post #20
Thanks mate, I seem to recall hearing that before. Here in the U.S. I have been using Sufix Tritanium Plus, which has been very decent.
Not sure if it's available over ther, but it does seem very similar to the Gardner Hydrotuff, I used previously.
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In reply to Post #19
STANDARD
the loaded is a different line and its rubbish in comparison 
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In reply to Post #14
What version of Syncro XT would folks recommend, the standard, or the loaded ?
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In reply to Post #17
Already spooled up,ready for this weekends trip
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In reply to Post #16
oh well its back to ESP Syncro XT then ?
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In reply to Post #15
It seems like Solar have got these lines wrong,I'm shocked as their gear is normally very good 👍
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In reply to Post #14
Not used the bulletproof but I have used the mile high which I was told by solar (yes shock horror I got a reply from them) is their premium line. It was terrible so bad when I put it on the reels I thought well maybe I've put it on wrong and it must be put on in a special solar only way. Nope goes on like every other line it's just rubbish. I've used limper flourocarbon mainlines than that stuff
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In reply to Post #12
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Same for me on this, spooled up with 15lb it was awful, coiled up like nothing I’ve ever seen before, stripped it straight off and back to syncro xt, there is nothing close il never experiment again it’s pointless.
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In reply to Post #11
Totally understand that, I was the same with crimps, had one slip and lost a fish, no matter how many guys on here reassured me they are bomb proof I couldn't use them again.
We get so few chances that you have to have no doubts about any item of tackle.
Should I get any issues with it I'll be sure to post on here 👍
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In reply to Post #10
I was fishing to a margin spot near some snags,I've fished it before and never had anything like this happen before.Im a bit gutted to be honest as it casts and sinks so well better than syncro imo just lost confidence in it now 👍
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In reply to Post #9
After reading your post I went to my rods and tried to break it with my hands , I couldn't and it was starting to cut into my skin so stopped. Visually it looks fine with no scuffs or marks on the line, and feels fine running through my fingers.
I'll keep an eye on it now, I fish a very weedy lake which hasn't come up yet so that will be a test when it does.
We're you fishing through weed or over gravel or some other abrasive bottom ?
Thanks for the heads up anyway 👍
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In reply to Post #7
I will be sticking with ESP,it's never let me down
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In reply to Post #6
It just looked really badly crinkled,like it had been crunched up into a tight ball.When I pulled it to try straighten it it snapped so easily.
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I know couple lads that said the same after using the solar bulletproof, the abrasion resistance was shocking ..
I’m sure certain member said look no further than using this line .. best thing since sliced bread 😂 lesson learned bradders stick to what you know works 👍🏻
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In reply to Post #5
I've just spooled up with the 15lb bullet proof line. Nice and limp and sinks well as you say.
Last session I had a fish which tore off through some Norfolk reeds , I had to use maximum pressure to try to get it out and eventually the hook pulled, this was on a pva bag , so no leader at all, line came back crinkled but just smoothed it out with my fingers and it seems fine !
I loaded it as described soaking it for two hours in warm water and the direction they advise on the packaging, I was impressed how limp and well behaved it was for newly spooled line on that first session.
Interesting to hear your comments though and I'll certainly keep an eye on it now ! Was your line chafed to the eye or just crinkled?
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In reply to Post #4
The 15lb felt really smooth and limp,as I say the abrasion resistance is terrible so it's in the bin.I have messaged Solar but don't expect a reply
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In reply to Post #2
Point of order, it was 12lb. Very concerning that it was so wiry / coiled at that b/s.
Won't be going anywhere near the 15lb.
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In reply to Post #2
It's going in the bin and back to Syncro xt,I must learn to stop trying these new lines 
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In reply to Post #1
RKB on here spooled up with the 15lb and instantly disliked it as well.
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I thought I would give this line a try in 15lb and to say I'm disappointed is an understatement.It casts and sinks ok but the abrasion resistance is shocking.I reeled in to pack up and noticed about two foot up from my lead the line was all crinkled up and when I pulled it snapped like cotton.Has anyone else had any issues with it at all
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