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Calamus · Braided Line
Calamus Bastion Braided Line, 20 lb, 300 Yards
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- Item weight
- 20 pound
Quick take
A braided superline with aggressive diamond weave, zero stretch, and excellent casting, available in multiple weights.
Best for
- Casting around heavy cover and rocks
- Saltwater fishing in strong current
- Detecting bottom strikes and nibbles
Skip if
- You fish clear shallow water; braid is visible
- You prefer monofilament knots
Strengths
- Zero stretch for solid hook sets and bite detection
- Thin diameter and smooth finish for long casts
- Abrasion-resistant diamond weave holds on structure
Trade-offs
- Highly visible in clear water
- Requires specialized knots and leader
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
Specifications
| Type | braided line |
|---|---|
| Carriers | 4-carrier braid |
| Test range | 6-80 lb |
| Spool lengths | 150-600 yards |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| X4-Grass Green, X4-Moss Green, X8-Moss GreenThis one | A low-visibility tint for clear to stained water. |
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| X4-Pink, X4-Yellow | Easy to watch when you read bites from the line, most of all in low light. |
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| X4-Black, X4-Blue | Shows less against shadowy bottoms and in stained water. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 6 LB - 150 Yds, 6 LB - 300 Yds, 8 LB - 150 Yds, 8 LB - 300 Yds, 10 LB - 150 Yds, 10 LB - 300 Yds, 10 LB - 600 Yds | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 15 LB - 150 Yds, 15 LB - 300 Yds, 15 LB - 600 Yds, 20 LB - 150 Yds, 20 LB - 300 Yds, 20 LB - 600 YdsThis one | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 30 LB - 150 Yds, 30 LB - 300 Yds, 30 LB - 600 Yds, 40 LB - 150 Yds, 40 LB - 300 Yds, 40 LB - 600 Yds, 50 LB - 150 Yds, 50 LB - 300 Yds, 50 LB - 600 Yds, 65 LB - 150 Yds, 65 LB - 300 Yds, 65 LB - 600 Yds and 2 more | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Calamus Bastion Braided Line, 80 lb, 300 yd, Blue | Color:X4-Blue | Suits:— |
| Calamus Bastion Braided Line, 20 lb, 600 yd, Grass Green | Color:X4-Grass Green | Suits:— |
| Calamus Bastion Braided Line, 20 lb, 300 Yards | Color:X4-Grass Green | Suits:— |
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