My Favorite Ultralight Fishing Line Yet! SPRO FINESSE BRAID

I am constantly getting questions about what ultralight fishing line I like best. After testing several varieties on the market, I can confidently say that my current favorite is Spro Finesse Braid. It costs a pretty penny, but I genuinely feel it is the best braided line I have tried yet for light line fishing. It is very strong and smooth, plus I have never had any wind-knots or random breaks while using it. The fact that it is offered in two high vis colors makes it even better!

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While the Spro is my top choice, it should be noted that Daiwa J Braid X8 Grand is also really good in my experience. The only reason Spro ranks higher for me is because I have randomly broken J Braid a few times. For budget line, I like Trilene Sensation or other co polymer options.

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[logannewman]

Caught a 5.5 pounder after work today. Not on my Mule gear but it was on ultralight (4 lb leader) with a Zman Microfinesse TRD Ned rig. That's my first bass over 3lbs on ultralight. It's only relevant here because Ethan is the reason the Ned rig works for me.

[brianathern]

Spent a Saturday 2 weeks ago wearing out the dinks and nice gills with my brother pond fishing. They were digging the 1/16 ounce Beetle Spin on the old 6# Cabela's copolymer line for my brother and the 6' light Bass Pro Bionic Blade rod. It's my older panfish jig rod but has the butt end weight system so fish all day and no fatigue. I broke in the new Lews Speed Stik Laser Light and 500 series reel. I went with 5# Power Pro and it's working out well. Small swim jigs, Beetle Spin and casting jigs it's really nice in the 5'6 one piece. Nice budget friendly combo. Putting the Spro Braid into the memory bank for future purchase though. Power Pro has been good to me, jury is still out on the bargain Reaction Tackle braided line. Haven't tried anything but 6# micro for now. Blessings Ethan, sorry the perch have to unload on you. They're saying you started it 😅😂😅😂😅 🎣

[midwestfischerman]

Ethan buddy, if you find Berkley Fireline Crystal on sale I suggest giving it a try. It's extruded solid superline, so there's no fraying of multiple strands when you trim it. Likewise, as a solid piece of line it's much more ABRASION RESISTANT than traditional braid. For fishing Great Lakes boat harbors inundated with zebra mussels, this is a HUGE PLUS.

Another feature is that it's supposed to be translucent underwater. It seems slightly translucent underwater, but it is a very visible milky white above water, so I'd call it hi-viz. Moreover, the 6lb and 8lb test are the same diameter as comparable multi-strand braid, meaning it's THIN, and probably hard for fish to see even if it's only slightly translucent. I always use a fluorocarbon leader.

I even grabbed some 4lb test Fireline Crystal for ice fishing, but I didn't get to try it out this winter. As you know, traditional braid absorbs some water, which is problematic when air temps are below freezing. Fireline Crystal seems to alleviate that problem.

Ethan buddy, if you ever try Fireline Crystal in a video shout me out.👍🏻

[midwestfischerman]

Fireline Nanofil specifically has that wire-like stiffness. I experienced the same thing and returned my spools to Tackle Warehouse. Fireline and Fireline Crystal aren't wire-like but they do have a flatter shape than a multi-strand braid.

[CYOTsNiper]

I have to agree with the J Braid Randomly breaking! I’ve had the same thing happening to me! I’ve had it happen twice today!

[davidrauschenbach]

Thanks for the tip on the spro! Wish I lived closer would definitely scoop that Kage rod up. Some nice size perch! Thanks for the video and enjoy your supper!

[yojimbo]

will have to try this line, ive also had random breaks an wind knots galore with j-braid

[anderson]

Always love your content. I've personally have not been impressed with the build quality of the Phenix rods but to each their own.... Take a look at the Megabass Kirisame. It's pricey but absolutely gorgeous and is the most impressive ultralight rod I've ever had.

[Kado]

Getting ready for ul creek fishing in Washington opens in 2 weeks so stoked I'll definitely have to give this stuff a try I usually use j braid in the 6lb neon green. I'll report back if I'm switching.

[_Lt__Dan_]

I LOVE THIS BRAID for my BFS setup. Super strong and best alternative to Varivas

[samuelwarden]

Hey Ethan was you using straight braid or a leader? If so what knot do you use for your connection on this small diameter line? Great vid as always. 👊👍

[kodyeliason]

Great video Ethan! I’ll have to look into that spro line because I too have had my J-braid snap just mid line like you mentioned. And are you going straight braid or are you using a leader?

[chris-cxnf]

Man i dont know if your video flooded the market for the SPRO 8x lol but i cannot find the 6lb anywhere! Super great video, great pointers for running braid on ultralite

[Superbowfin]

Thanks for this line recommendation! Respooled my ultralight combo with the pink Finesse Braid 8x 6#. Wow! No offense to the Berkley people but don't think I will be going back to Fireline anytime soon!

[spotlightinspect]

I agree with you about FireLine, but Berkley X9 braid is fantastic.

[Belligerent]

I just got the kastking Kestral reel and it's great! Gonna try it out?

[dougoconnell]

You mentioned Phenix rods.... I would also recommend Turners Outdoors California CTX Trout rods the rod blanks are made by Phenix and IMO the rod seat is more comfortable.

[Tree-vis]

I think you would be astounded with the fun in catching dinky bluegill on a 5w or lower fly rod

[FishingWithChris_Tv]

Have you ever used the eurotackle braid? I kind of want some for my budget BFS setup but I have a hard time convincing myself to spend $30 on a spool of braid lol

As for the $$$ ultralight rods, I’m eyeballing a 6’10” Shimano Poison Adrena UL. It’s just that wicked price tag…lol

[danthompson]

Great video and my order of line is on the way thanks for the heads up