Pulling in Victory: Bass Fishing Line

When most people think about fishing, the first thing that comes to mind is the rod and then maybe the bait. Yet sadly, what is in-between is often ignored: the line. However, without the bass fishing line, the rod is useless. The bait is attached to the line, and when the angler makes movements, it is the line he controls, not anything else.

The rod, in a sense, is there simply to hold the line. If the true art of fishing is in the bass fishing line, then why is the line often ignored? Maybe it’s because it is not as stylish as the other equipment. The rod looks imposing and the baits look colorful and exotic. However, the bass fishing line is equally technologically advanced to any other piece of fishing equipment.

The Different Kinds

A bass fishing line can be nylon monofilaments, co-filaments, braided or fused. Fused lines, such as the Fireline, are becoming more and more popular. Premium fishing line is more durable than other lines, and should always be purchased over any other type of bass fishing line. Fishing line should also be matched to specific environments and conditions according to particular criteria.

Firstly, the strength of the line must be taken into consideration. This is measured by the amount of force needed to break the line. A bass fishing line should be able to withstand a good amount of pounds of force, as bass are big fish and can put up a big fight. Equally, a good line should be able to withstand a lot of abrasions; in other words, when a bass fishing line rubs up against rocks or brush, it should not break.

This can be achieved through the use of lines with larger diameters; however, a bass fishing line with a smaller diameter is less visible to fish. Once again, this balance depends on the conditions; if the angler can get away with a smaller diameter, he or she will be far more successful.

Lines that stretch are also less liable to break and resist abrasion. However, a bass fishing line that does not stretch allows the angler to have a better feel for the fish; he or she will be able to feel the slightest bite or the smallest tug far more quickly, and far more clearly, than with a line that stretches.

The stretching literally masks the feel of the fish on the hook. Equally, a stiff line is far less easy to cast, but it is also able to withstand a lot more force. Lastly, in clear water especially, a bass fishing line must not be visible. But a bigger, more visible line, once again, detects strikes a lot better than a thinner line.