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Berkley · Braided Line
Berkley FireLine Ultra 8, 6 lb, 125 yd, Crystal
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Options
- Item weight
- 6lb
- Product dimensions
- 3.66 x 2.91 x 0.94 inches
Quick take
One hundred twenty-five yards of 6 lb Berkley FireLine with 8-strand fused technology and crystal color for excellent visibility.
Berkley FireLine Ultra 8 is an eight-strand fused superline for spinning and casting reels. This 6-pound-test spool in Crystal holds 125 yards of thin line with a smooth feel on the cast. It suits anglers who want a light braid-style line for finesse presentations.
Best for
- Spinning reels for ultralight freshwater
- Sight-casting situations where visibility helps
- Anglers needing superior abrasion resistance
Skip if
- You need a full spool for a reel
- You fish where line visibility spooks fish
Strengths
- 8-strand fused technology is 5x tougher than braided
- Crystal color allows watching line on the water
- Smooth operation through reel guides
Trade-offs
- 125 yards may be short for larger reels
- Braided line requires backing spool
- Visibility that helps casting can spook finicky fish
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
Specifications
| Type | braided fishing line |
|---|---|
| Test | 6 lbs |
| Length | 125 yd |
| Diameter | 0.006 in |
| Strands | 8 |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Smoke - New, Smoke - Old | Blends in where fish see the line, in clear water and bright light. |
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| Flame Green, Flame Green - New, Flame Green - Old | A low-visibility tint for clear to stained water. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 2lb - 50yd, 3lb - 50yd, 4lb - 50yd, 4lb - 125yd, 4lb - 300yd | Light line for panfish, trout and small lures on ultralight gear. |
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| 6lb - 50yd, 6lb - 125yd, 8lb - 50yd, 8lb - 125yd, 10lb - 50yd, 10lb - 125ydThis one | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 14lb - 125yd, 14lb - 300yd, 20lb - 125yd, 20lb - 300yd | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 30lb - 125yd, 30lb - 300yd | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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Facts
| Color | Crystal |
|---|---|
| Line test | 6 lb |
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