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Berkley · Braided Line

Berkley FireLine 8-Strand Braided Line, 20 lb, 1500 yd, Smoke

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Color: SmokeSize: 20lb - 1500yd8 sizesChange

Color: Smoke

Size: 20lb - 1500yd

Item weight
20lb
Product dimensions
5.08 x 4.92 x 3.94 inches

Quick take

An 8-strand fused braided line 5X tougher than conventional braid, with smooth handling and sensitive feedback.

Best for

  • Light-tackle spinning for panfish and trout
  • Anglers seeking high abrasion resistance in rough cover
  • Casting applications requiring thin diameter and long distance

Skip if

  • You prefer monofilament for better knot strength
  • You fish where line visibility concerns you; braid is more visible

Strengths

  • 8-strand fused construction is significantly more abrasion-resistant
  • Smooth, supple feel reduces casting friction
  • High sensitivity transfers strikes directly to your hand

Trade-offs

  • Braided line requires more careful knot technique than mono
  • More visible in clear water, may spook cautious fish
  • Does not absorb shock as well as monofilament on hard strikes

Fishing fit

Species
  • Bass
  • Panfish
  • Trout
Water
  • Freshwater
  • Saltwater
Techniques
  • Casting
  • Trolling

Which one should I pick?

Versions of this product on this site
VersionColorSuits
Berkley FireLine 8-Strand Braided Line, 4 lb, 1500 ydColor:SmokeSuits:—
Berkley FireLine 8-Strand Braided Line, 20 lb, 1500 yd, SmokeColor:SmokeSuits:—

How to choose a color and size

Color

Colors and when to pick them
OptionsWhen to pick itConditions
SmokeThis oneBlends in where fish see the line, in clear water and bright light.
  • Clear
  • Bright
Flame GreenA low-visibility tint for clear to stained water.
  • Clear
  • Stained

Size

Sizes and when to pick them
OptionsWhen to pick itConditions
4lb - 1500ydLight line for panfish, trout and small lures on ultralight gear.
  • Trout
  • Crappie
  • Panfish
6lb - 1500yd, 8lb - 1500yd, 10lb - 1500ydAn all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear.
  • Bass
  • Walleye
14lb - 1500yd, 17lb - 1500yd, 20lb - 1500ydThis oneHeavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike.
  • Bass
  • Pike & musky
  • Grass
  • Wood
30lb - 1500ydHeavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater.
  • Pike & musky
  • Striped bass
  • Redfish
  • Grass
  • Docks

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