P-Line · Fluorocarbon Line
P-Line Shinsei Fluorocarbon Leader, 50 lb, Clear, Silver
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Options
- Item weight
- 50 pound
- Product dimensions
- 5.2 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches
Quick take
A pure fluorocarbon leader material with high strength and near-invisible refractive index in water.
Best for
- Clear-water bass and trout where fish see line
- Saltwater leaders for tuna, steelhead, and big fish
- Building custom leaders in various test strengths
Skip if
- You use monofilament leaders
- You need leader material for ice fishing
Strengths
- Pure fluorocarbon is virtually invisible once submerged
- Superior strength for the diameter compared to mono
- Absorbs shock, reducing line breakage on hard strikes
Trade-offs
- Fluorocarbon is stiffer and more difficult to tie knots with
- Sinks quickly, not suitable for floating applications
Fishing fit
- Species
- Trout
- Bass
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Pound, 4-Pound | Light line for panfish, trout and small lures on ultralight gear. |
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| 6-Pound, 8-Pound, 10-Pound | An all-round test for bass and walleye on medium spinning gear. |
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| 12-Pound, 15-Pound, 20-Pound | Heavier test for cover, bigger baits and pike. |
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| 25-Pound, 30-Pound, 40-Pound, 50-Pound, 60-Pound, 80-Pound, 100-Pound, 130-Pound, 150-Pound, 200-PoundThis one | Heavy line for thick cover, big fish and saltwater. |
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Which one should I pick?
| Version | Line test | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| P-Line Shinsei Fluorocarbon Leader, 30 lb, 25 meters | Line test:30 lb | Suits:— |
| P-Line Shinsei Fluorocarbon Leader, 50 lb, Clear, Silver | Line test:— | Suits:— |
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