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Old 10-23-2013, 04:53 PM   #16
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Another mono disadvantage is its diameter in cross wind. The line bows more and coupled with its stretch it becomes impossible to feel or control your plug.

And also there is the leader to line issue when using a shock/abrasion leader.
With mono any knot you tie is bulky and breaking at about 60-75% of line test. This is a weak spot since even if you use #20 mono you will break off at 12-15 lbs. That's not an issue with most fish but sure is when you snag bottom with a pricey plug.

With braid you can use this FG knot which is essentially the same diameter as the leader and tests at 100%. This makes it easy to tear plugs free from almost any hang and also lets you put full force to a fish if the situation requires. Unfortunately the stiffness difference between braid and the mono/fluoro leader still causes some issues on spinning rods (at least with the small guides I use).

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