Spectra Fishing Line Facts
Spectra fibre woven into superbraid is the ultimate fishing line for both kite fishing and deepwater jigging for hapuku, bluenose and bass. Many people ask how strong are nylon fishing lines compared to spectra? Incredibly spectra is only around one third the diameter of nylon for the same breaking
strain, an important fact to consider when selecting fishing line for deepwater fishing or kite angling.
For example, a kitefisher using a pocket sled or flexiwing fishing kite rig can get three times as much spectra line on their fishing reel and fish three times as far offshore.
When using spectra lines kite fishers using dropper rigs will reduce the work the kite has to do to tow the rig out and keep the line clear of the water by two thirds.
This is because the superbraid has only one third of the windage and weight of conventional monofilament or dacron fishing lines.
Light wind performance is greatly enhanced.
Spectra braid is also kinder to fishing reels as it only has a stretch factor of around 1% while nylon can have a stretch factor of up to 30% (even dacron fishing line has a 10% stretch factor).
Spectra is often called no stretch fishing line, superline, super braid fishing line or spiderwire to reflect
it's small fishing line diameter to strength ratio and low stretch.
When using more conventional fishing methods, such as deepwater fishing from boats for bass, hapuka and bluenose or other deepwater species. Unlike nylon fishing lines, bites can easily be felt even at great depths because of the incredibly low stretch of spectra and its ability to transfer every
detail of the bite instantly to the angler.
It also works the other way round, those jigging in very deep water can easily impart real action to the jig or lure even at depths down to 200 metres and beyond. Obviously when the angler strikes, the strike is instantly and positively transmitted to the point of the hook ensuring maximum penetration
and fewer missed strikes.
Probably the biggest benefit to deepwater rod and reel fishers is the spectra physics that come into play. Because it is so thin for it's breaking strain you will only need a third of the amount of lead weight to hold the bottom in deep water or strong currents compared to those who use nylon fishing
lines.
Shelf Life of Monofilament Fishing Line Compared to Spectra
Other significant benefits of spectra is that it is almost impervious to degradation by ultraviolet light and is incredibly resistant to abrasion.
On the other hand monofilament fishing line storage life is severly reduced by exposure to direct sunlight.
A reel spooled with spectra will give years of service in the harshest sunlight and toughest fishing conditions.
So why don't more kiwis use super-braids made from spectra for deep water fishing and kite fishing? The answer is simple, manufacturing of spiderwire fishing line is a slow process, so spectra super-braids have been prohibitively expensive for most.
The good news is PFK have managed to take out a few of the middle men.
Also, the knots required to tie spectra have been beyond the ability of most recreational anglers or unreliable and inconsistent. We hope our knot tying diagram and fishing knot tying guide helps you to tie fishing line knots as strong as the best.
Quality Braided Spectra Available Online at Low Prices
Recently we received samples of a new superbraid which is being manufactured in New Zealand. The new line is woven from Honeywell spectra fibre and is as good or better quality as the other brands we have used for kitefishing over the years.
A major benefit is that the new spectra line retails for around half the price or less than most imported braids.
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How to select the proper fishing line weight
The new spectra lines are available in 50lb, 80lb, 130lb, 160lb 220lb and 330lbs breaking strains and are three times the tensile strength of fishing line.
A spectra line 50 lbs breaking is great for pocket sled kite rigs and general purpose fishing and especially for jigging from boats inshore in areas of strong rips and currents.
A spectra line 50 to 80lbs is ideal for flexiwing kite rigs running up to 10 hooks per set or general fishing inshore for larger species
130lb spectra gives a huge increase in saftey if you want to set up to 20 hooks at a time on a flexiwing rig and is the most popular size for hapuka and bass fishing in deep water. Great on 6/0 to 9/0 Penn Sennator or Daiwa reels
160lb to 220lb is ideal for big dropper rigs powered by large kites or for making drop lines for big hapuka and bass in very deep water. Suitable for power hauling. Excellent for kitelines on any high performance fishing or stunt kites.
330lb is great for kite longlines or kontiki rigs which are hauled by winch, this thin line will significantly reduce the effects of rip and currents on your rig.
Spectra rope is also available
Our spools of spectra are currently supplied in 500 metre and 1000 metre lengths. Larger sizes and longer lengths are made to order.
The New Spectra is available from Paul's Fishing Kites.
All spools are supplied with a knot tying kit which includes four metres of the correct sized hollow dacron braided fishing line to tie the knot shown and knot tying instructions which will ensure you retain 90% of the breaking strain you are paying for.
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Don't forget our prices are in New Zealand Dollars.
Usually $3.00 USD buys just under $5.00 New Zealand. Use a currency
converter to find todays exchange rate.
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