8 photos
FISHLUND · Braided Line
FISHLUND Braided Fishing Line, 40 lb Test, 547 yds
Check price on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate First Cast Fishing earns a commission when you buy through links on this site, at no extra cost to you.
Options
- Item weight
- 40 pound
- Product dimensions
- 2.87 x 2.83 x 2.8 inches
Quick take
A 40 lb braided line with 4-strand PE construction and thin diameter for extended casting distance and sensitive bite detection.
This multicolor 40 lb braided line is made from polyethylene and spooled at 547 yards. Its four-strand build suits anglers fishing rocky cover, where abrasion is a concern, as well as casting in freshwater, saltwater and surf. It is a fit for both spinning and bait casting reels.
Best for
- Long-distance surf and saltwater casting
- Situations demanding instant bite sensitivity
- Freshwater or saltwater applications
Skip if
- You prefer mono's forgiveness on gear teeth
- You fish in clear water where line visibility matters
Strengths
- Thin diameter relative to strength allows more line on smaller spools
- Braided construction provides instant strike detection
- Abrasion-resistant PE fiber withstands rocks and rough bottoms
Trade-offs
- Braided line is visible to fish in clear water
- Requires backing on spool to prevent slipping
- Knot failures more common than mono without proper connection
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Trolling
Specifications
| Type | braided line |
|---|---|
| Test weight | 40 lb |
| Yardage | 547 |
| Strands | 4-strand |
| Diameter | 0.013 in |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Green 4X, Green 8X, Moss Green (Colorfast) 4X | A low-visibility tint for clear to stained water. |
|
| Fluorescent Yellow 4X, Fluorescent Yellow 8X, White (Colorfast) 4X | Easy to watch when you read bites from the line, most of all in low light. |
|
| Black (Colorfast) 4X, Blue Camo 4X, Blue Camo 8X | Shows less against shadowy bottoms and in stained water. |
|
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 6LB (0.003in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 6LB (0.003in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 6LB (0.003in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands, 8LB (0.004in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 8LB (0.004in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 8LB (0.004in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands, 10LB (0.005in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 10LB (0.005in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 10LB (0.005in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
|
| 15LB (0.006in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 15LB (0.006in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 15LB (0.006in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands, 20LB (0.008in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 20LB (0.008in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 20LB (0.008in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
|
| 30LB (0.011in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 30LB (0.011in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 30LB (0.011in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands, 40LB (0.013in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 40LB (0.013in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 40LB (0.013in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands, 50LB (0.015in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 50LB (0.015in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 50LB (0.015in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands, 60LB (0.016in) 328Yds - 4 Strands, 60LB (0.016in) 547Yds - 4 Strands, 60LB (0.016in) 1094Yds - 4 Strands and 30 moreThis one | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
|
Updated