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HERCULES · Braided Line
Hercules Braided Fishing Line, 4-Strand, 30 lb, 1000 yds
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- Item weight
- 30 pounds test, #3.0
Quick take
Four-strand braided line made from UHMWPE fiber with superior knot strength and zero stretch for sensitivity.
This is a four-strand braided line spooled in blue, here in a 30 pound test with a 0.28 mm diameter and 1,094 yards on the spool. Braid has no stretch, so it suits anglers who want to feel light bites and bottom contact. A thin diameter for its strength also helps with longer casts, which fits surf, bass and general saltwater use.
Best for
- Bass, trout, and saltwater fishing
- Situations requiring sensitivity to bites
- Slippery rock structure and tough bottom
Skip if
- Calm water finesse presentations
- Anglers uncomfortable with braided line
Strengths
- Superior thin diameter for the strength rating
- Low memory for better casting
- Great knot strength and abrasion resistance
- Zero stretch enables bite detection
Trade-offs
- Braided line is more visible in clear water
- Requires specialized knot techniques
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
Specifications
| Type | braided fishing line |
|---|---|
| Strands | 4 |
| Test weight | 6-100 lb |
| Lengths available | 100-1000 yards |
| Diameter range | 0.08-0.55 mm |
How to choose a color and size
Color
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Army Green, Fluorescent Green, Green | A low-visibility tint for clear to stained water. |
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| Fluorescent Yellow, Orange, Pink, White, Yellow | Easy to watch when you read bites from the line, most of all in low light. |
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| Black, Blue, Blue CamoThis one | Shows less against shadowy bottoms and in stained water. |
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Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 6LB(2.7KG)-0.08MM-109YDS(100M), 6LB(2.7KG)-0.08MM-328YDS(300M), 6LB(2.7KG)-0.08MM-547YDS(500M), 6LB(2.7KG)-0.08MM-1094YDS(1000M), 6LB(2.7KG)-0.08MM-1640YDS(1500M), 6LB(2.7KG)-0.08MM-2187YDS(2000M), 8LB(3.6KG)-0.10MM-109YDS(100M), 8LB(3.6KG)-0.10MM-328YDS(300M), 8LB(3.6KG)-0.10MM-547YDS(500M), 8LB(3.6KG)-0.10MM-1094YDS(1000M), 8LB(3.6KG)-0.10MM-1640YDS(1500M), 8LB(3.6KG)-0.10MM-2187YDS(2000M) and 6 more | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 15LB(6.8KG)-0.16MM-109YDS(100M), 15LB(6.8KG)-0.16MM-328YDS(300M), 15LB(6.8KG)-0.16MM-547YDS(500M), 15LB(6.8KG)-0.16MM-1094YDS(1000M), 15LB(6.8KG)-0.16MM-1640YDS(1500M), 15LB(6.8KG)-0.16MM-2187YDS(2000M), 20LB(9.1KG)-0.20MM-109YDS(100M), 20LB(9.1KG)-0.20MM-328YDS(300M), 20LB(9.1KG)-0.20MM-547YDS(500M), 20LB(9.1KG)-0.20MM-1094YDS(1000M), 20LB(9.1KG)-0.20MM-1640YDS(1500M), 20LB(9.1KG)-0.20MM-2187YDS(2000M) | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 30LB(13.6KG)-0.28MM-109YDS(100M), 30LB(13.6KG)-0.28MM-328YDS(300M), 30LB(13.6KG)-0.28MM-547YDS(500M), 30LB(13.6KG)-0.28MM-1094YDS(1000M), 30LB(13.6KG)-0.28MM-1640YDS(1500M), 30LB(13.6KG)-0.28MM-2187YDS(2000M), 40LB(18.1KG)-0.32MM-109YDS(100M), 40LB(18.1KG)-0.32MM-328YDS(300M), 40LB(18.1KG)-0.32MM-547YDS(500M), 40LB(18.1KG)-0.32MM-1094YDS(1000M), 40LB(18.1KG)-0.32MM-1640YDS(1500M), 40LB(18.1KG)-0.32MM-2187YDS(2000M) and 36 moreThis one | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Hercules Braided Fishing Line, 4-Strand, 30 lb, 1000 yds | Color:Blue | Suits:— |
| Hercules Braided Fishing Line, 50 lb, 547 yd, Blue Camo | Color:Blue Camo | Suits:— |
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