b"Getting the best out of BRAIDScott looks at the benefits of fishing with braid and how to get the most from braided line, while also looking at the potential issues anglers can avoid.BY SCOTT CUSHMANB raided line often justof the benefits of braid is worthwhich has many advantages - you known as braid hasexploring before discussing thecan now buy smaller sized reels to become the line ofbiology of braid and finallyuse the same length of line. This choice for many anglersthe weaknesses of braid. also translates to better distances since its appearancewhen casting (especially for spinning on the fishing sceneBENEFITS reels). Braid has really taken over many years ago. It hasBraided line has a much higherthe surfcasting and lure fishing numerous advantagesstrength to diameter ratio thanscenes because of its casting and over monofilament but it alsomono. For example, .40mmsensitivity benefits. When fishing in has a few quirks that need to bediameter braid (PE6) is aboutthe surf the thinner line produces navigated to get the best out of it. 80-100lb breaking strain lineless drag in the water and because Braid is 3-5 times more expensivewhich is the equivalent of onlyit has zero stretch it is great for than mono so understanding the20lb breaking strain for mono. setting hooks when on the beach bogeys' is especially importantPE is a Japanese rating systemor teasing a snapper into snapping to avoid lost fish and get thebased on the thickness/diameterat a softbait. Deepwater fishing is best return on investment onof the braid. This means you canalso best with braided line, again your purchase. A quick rundownfit a lot more braid onto your reelbecause of the zero stretch benefits. /FISHINGINGODZONE29"