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Berkley · Braided Line

Berkley FireLine 8-Strand Braided Line, 4 lb, 1500 yd

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Color: SmokeSize: 4lb - 1500yd8 sizesChange
Item weight
0.25 Kilograms
Product dimensions
5.12 x 5 x 3.9 inches

Quick take

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

This is a 4 lb Berkley FireLine braid in Smoke, wound as a 1500 yard bulk spool. It is built from eight fused strands and suits spinning and casting setups. The light line test makes it a fit for finesse presentations, and the big spool lets an angler fill several reels from one purchase.

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

Specifications

Specifications
Typebraided fishing line
Test weight4 lb
Length1500 yd
Diameter0.005 in
Strands8-strand fused
ColorSmoke
Resistance5X tougher than braided line

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 - 1500ydThis oneLight 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 - 1500ydHeavier 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

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:—

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