SYSTEM

Question
Mark ; I thank you for getting back to me with your in depth information, every other reply I recieved was basically I dont know, or sounds good to me !

Anyway I would like to know more about the so called system you mentioned
Look forward to your input.  

Answer
Hello Ron! Somehow I jsut received this question on the site or missed it all together...my sincere appologies.
 The "systems" I was referring to are limited only by your imagination. Most are a combination of monofilament and or spectra superbraid and or fluorocarbon.
 While I still prefer monofilament main line and then good leaderwork to stay within IGFA (International Gamefishing Association) regulations for records, one cannot denie the effectiveness of the other systems.
 The line you use will still depend upon your reel size and the quarry you will be chasing. For general use, let's assume 40lb is to be your main line on the reel. You can then add a "topshot" of fluorocarbon to the spool, say sixty pound or eighty pound to give you added strength on the business end of the line combined with the more invisible nature of the fluorocarbon. This can be from 50 feet to 100 yards depending on your preference. Remember this takes you out of any record contention with a catch and is NOT allowed by the IGFA. The best connection here si the double jam knot or surgeons.
 Other methods are interesting as well. Using the superbraids like spectra as the mainline then a hundred or so feet of fluorocarbon ( again any length you would like) or spectra, then your favorite mono and then the fluorocarbon. Just remember the more knots you have in the system, the more possibilities for failure!
 The most common system is the spectra mainline with a fluorocarbon "topshot". The connection here can be tricky. spectra doesn't like to be tied in knots well. The nature of the line is that it is very tough for it's diameter and the construction is hollow. This allows for an interesting connection: the superglue knot. You simply insert from six to 12 inches of the fluorocarbon into the hollow center of the spectra, tighten it up like those chinese finger cuffs we played with as children and then apply a good quality superglue like Duro to the entire sheath of spectra into which the flurocarbon is inserted and allow it to dry. It is a very strong connection and should suffice. You can try other knots like the double jam knot or the surgeons but you will find the spectra tends to slide out without the glue being added to the system as well. Some of the superbraid manufacturers have knots they recommend as well...I'll do a bit of research on them for you and see if I can find some that are satisfactory.
  Well Ron...I hope this helps you to have many more enjoyable adventures on the water! This is gonna be a great year!
 I'm heading for the Sierras via Bishop California for a bit of early season flyfishing for the trout next weekend.
 Wish me luck! (Rather be lucky than skillful anyday of the week!).
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