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POWERPRO: A LEADER IN THE MICROBRAID LINE REVOLUTION

BY


JAN STEPHEN MAIZLER


You’ve just finished your most recent tackle box. You’re pleased because you’ve chosen its contents governed by the principle, “ every thing for every situation.” Likewise, your fishing tackle –every rod and reel combo- is fully specialized and chosen for maximum effectiveness for each and every species in any given condition. You’re content because you know that all those rods and reels have their necessary purpose.

Curiously, my survey of many South Florida anglers still indicates that they don’t apply the same strategic thinking to their fishing line, and simply spool up all their rod and reels with monofilament nylon. If one of those anglers is you, you’ll want to know more about the advances in line technology that have occurred in the last five years or so.

Microbraid lines made of Spectra fiber have begun, and will continue to be a permanent part of every angler’s armamentarium. These new “superlines” may replace monofilament in some of your choices, and in some cases, they may not. As an effective angler, you’ll want to know the basis for your most effective choices. I have been experimenting with different microbraids the last few years, and I have been the most satisfied with PowerPro. Let’s find out why.

In comparison with “mono”, PowerPro:
Matches the breaking strength of mono, but in a vastly smaller diameter. This gives greater line capacity on reels with longer casting potential.
Has practically no stretch compared to mono. This will give you much better sensitivity detecting strikes and much more effective hooksets.
Has the ability to sink faster than the same strength mono, because of its much smaller diameter.
Has more limpness and less memory than does mono, resulting in longer casts.
Has better abrasion resistance than a mono of the same breaking strength.

There are five basic angling situations in South Florida where you may find that switching from mono to PowerPro may benefit you, as it certainly did for me.

MANGROVES, BRIDGES, AND OTHER “COVER FISHING”- When you are fishing up against structure for snook, tarpon, or redfish, you’ll find that PowerPro exceeds your old choice of mono in the following ways. You will feel strikes better, and you’ll also sink that hook better because of this line’s no-stretch characteristic. Most importantly, you will be able to pull your fish out of the line-cutting structure with a strength and momentum not possible with mono.

FLATS FISHING- As a flats angler, you know that you must make your presentation to the fish before it sees you and “spooks.” You want to avoid “ close-in “ casts, particularly with wary species like bonefish and permit. In addition, you may need to shoot a cast upwind at a moving fish. Clearly, you want your spinner spooled up with a line that gives you the farthest casting potential. Which would you choose: eight pound mono, or PowerPro of the same breaking strength that has a two pound test diameter?

When you are fishing reefy flats, crunchy flats, or rockpiles, you’ll want to have the highest abrasion resistance to diameter ratio possible: Powerpro is unsurpassed in these flats fishing conditions. Permit and tailing ocean tally are commonly found on the reefy flats of Florida or the Bahamas. Your presentation to these gamesters may be close to some reefy bottom, and once you hook them up, they’ll be sure to give your line an in-depth tour of every rocky cutoff possible .This is when you want your spool filled with PowerPro.

SURF/BEACH FISHING- The ABILITY to cast long distances is absolutely crucial in this angling specialty. You’ll want to be able to reach that special slough or ”break” off the beach that looks like it holds schools of pompano off Jupiter’s beaches. In your South Florida surf and beach experience, you know that gamesters like snook or jacks can be taken at surf’s edge. However, those schools of mackeral, bluefish, and tarpon are often just out of reach…just ask some Sanibel fishermen! Imagine having your surf spinner loaded with thirty pound test that has the diameter of eight pound test: no trouble
flinging your spoon, plug, or sand flea fishfinder rig right into the horizon!

The no-stretch property of PowerPro will keep your striking ability effective, even though there will be more line out (than mono) between you and the fish.

REEF/BOTTOM FISHING- PowerPro will be your perfect choice in drop-fishing a bait or a jig on a reef. Consider the following characteristics.

PowerPro’s small diameter makes the fastest, most effective drops to the bottom a certainty compared to monofilament. This is true even in high- current situations.

This line’s low stretch insures the highest nibble, bite, and strike detection possible: this is crucial when fishing for the often wily mangrove snapper. Ditto for flag yellowtails, but add a two foot trace of ten pound fluorocarbon above your hook for maximum stealth. You’ll feel the hit with a new sensitivity, and one quick upsweep of your rod is all you’ll need for a solid hookup!

PowerPro’s abrasion resistance will keep the odds in your favor as that big gag grouper that you’ve hooked side-slaps the rocks in its battle to escape.

BLUWATER FISHING- I have found that PowerPro finds a permanent home in offshore trolling where long lines are a necessity. Oftentimes, your best results trolling up tunas and hooking them consists of fishing your baits way back. Solid hookups were more of a problem when comparatively stretchy monofilament was used, but the no-stretch qualities of PowerPro again compensates for the long- line hookup challenge

The small diameter of this superline adds two more perks while trolling South Florida’s offshore waters. You’ll appreciate the added line capacity while maintaining breaking strength- more line and less chance of your reel being dumped by that smoker king! You’ll also like the way PowerPro’s low diameter allows your swimming plugs to get deep really fast in your quest for a trophy wahoo.

Remember that all your angling tools have been chosen with the variety and versatility that makes these perfect choices for each angling moment- you’ll want your fishing line to follow these guidelines as well.

CONTACT DATA:

www.powerpro.com

www.flatsfishingonline.com