fireline vs. powerpro?

[steve dover]

what line is best for trolling for walleye esp. on Lake erie using planer bds, dipsies, snap weight etc. thankx

[SUPERTROLLER]

They are about the same as far as performance goes. Both Superlines with no stretch. It would be a personal choice either way. One is not any better than the other. Power Pro is just harder to find. I've only used Fireline but would not hesitate to use the Power Pro. I'm not sure which is cheaper. Someone else will tell you that.

[rabbit]

I used fireline and found that it frays easy. When it is ran over rough structure it wasn't holding up well at all. I think it's fine if you stay up in the water column. I have asked alot of other fishing people about this and they ALL agreed. Ihave a freind that turned me on to Rip Cord from Cabelas and I will never go back to fireline. Rip cord is extremely abrasion resistant,cuts the water well,no stretch and a good Lb.test vs. line diameter. It's a little pricey but worth every penny to me.
KEEP YOUR ROD BENT AND YOUR LURE WET!!!
Hope this helps your decission!

[ETT]

Power Pro will outlast Fireline at least 4 to 1 (probably more like 10 to one). Worth looking for (or ordering). Den's got it.

[Miller Mi.]

I've always used fireline and been happy with it. After reading this, I think I'll give Power Pro a try. Thanks. Larry

[FreeByrd]

Fireline has it's places but for the most versatility for all the things you mentioned I'd recommend Power Pro (or any of the other Braided Lines) compared to the fused fireline.

I tried Fireline 4 or 5 years ago and was frustrated at how quickly it frayed. Respooled with Gorilla Braid which was great stuff but discontinued. Used Spiderwire Braid on new reels I bought after the Gorilla Braid was discontinued. I bought several bulk (2000 yard) spools of Whiplash last year that I really like and I got a great deal on it. Whenever I need to respool I'll most likely go with Power Pro which is starting to become one of the most popular lines on Erie's Western and Central Basins.

I use the braided line for everything - dipseys (where it is almost a must), big boards, little boards, downriggers when I run them for steelhead and Salmon in Lake Ontario, etc.

Good Luck,
Steve

[bullfroglabat]

I used power pro for a week fishing the Amazon for Peacock bass. We were in extremely rough conditions and I cannot say enough about it. It is abrasion resistant, casts great (particularly the 10-2 on my stradics) and has a smaller diameter per pound test than the rest. It is a quality product and worth anyone trying.

[SUPERTROLLER]

I used Fireline for 5 years and never had a fraying problem. What lb. test were you using? I was using 20 and 30 lb. test to keep the line diameter close to 10 lb. XT standard for dive curves.

[Ristorapper]

I have used fireline for about 3 years now and like it for trolling situations and have converted half my jig rods to the flame green fireline. However I bought a spool of power pro last spring simply because they have a 30# test 8# diameter line that should follow the precision trolling guide closely. I currently use 14/6# fireline and have yet to spool up the power pro simply due to the fact that I am happy with the fireline. I am sure I'll put it on before the end of the season as I have heard mostly good comments here on the Power Pro.

bw(ND)

[Bradnd]

I agree with you on the flame green fireline. I found that the grey fireline would fray much easier than the green. I have all my rods rigged with either flame green fireline or the yellow powerpro line. I won't even consider buying the grey fireline.

Take care,

Brad

[Neal/CO]

I use both! Fireline is great for trolling and Power pro casts better! Power Pro seems more limp than Fireline?

[Jerry]

I have found that braided line is the ultimate for my Dipsey rods. To absorb the shock I use a leader of 6' of P-Line. I use nothing but P-Line for riggers and other flatlines. My findings are based upon countless days of research before trying a product or switching.

REASONS:
Braided will not fluctuate much in density at any season and there are no rocks in open water to fray the line. Even if frayed it still holds up very good. No nicks to wory about and fantastic knot strength. Finally, it lasts long, dependable with a resonable price. I have never had a lost fish due to this line in five years and countless hookups-Walleye & Salmon.

P-Line: Through extensive research and talking with the Berkley top engineer, I found this to be the best of all worlds when I spooled up new line products five years ago. The brand that I am refering to is coplomer line that is coated with fluorocarbon. I wanted some stretch. Copolymer/Mono by itself stretches about 20-25%. Fluorocarbon or super-braid's about 7%. You get some "give" with the coated P-Line - a stretch of 12-15% plus the invisable and longevity (UV protected). Also, the price is unbelievable low. I have again, never had a problem with this line or can fault any lost fish due to it in any way. I use 15# for Walleye, Kings and Steelies-not one breakoff.

GB&GBUSA
Jerry

[W1]

What type of luck do you have with P-line for jigging?

[SUPERTROLLER]

How is the formulation different between the Gray and the Bright Green lines? Isn't it the same stuff, just a different color?

[Jerry]

Due to travel over the past many years, I did not jig much. I will be, as of this year, on the lake from May-whenever. By june, I will have had many opportunities to use jigs-that I dearly have missed. My personal feeling from experience is: this line (P-Line) is thin, medium stretch and invisable. That will make it perfect for walleye jigging. Now, if I were after bass and in certain situations I may need a more solid hook set and want a possible lower stretch.

I just wrote Berkley and will once again get into a "line" conference with them-engineer to engineer/fisherman. I am surprised they did not follow up on the needs for the great lakes fisherman over the years. I think they have missed the market here.
Jerry

[rmitchel]

Too many brands floating around -- Is P-line the same as Power Pro?

[punch1]

Hey Rick, You made it back, huh? How was the trip?

P-Line is a combination Flourocarbon and Copolymer line that is real popular among Lake Erie fisherman. You can check it out at www.p-line.com/ and buy it at Cabelas here:

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/pod/horizontal-pod.jhtml?id=0011454&navAction=push&navCount=2&indexId=cat20323&parentId=cat20323&parentType=index


Pat

[Schnauzer]

Is fireline and powerpro comparably priced?

[jerry]

From p-line.com q/a section.

Q: What is the difference between Floroclear and CX-Premium?
A:Floroclear has about 30% more fluorocarbon, and is a more true castable
fluorocarbon line. Floroclear is clear, while CX-Premium has a slight
fluorescent tint to it. Floroclear has about 10% more stetch than the
CX-Premium. Floroclear is has smaller line diameters at respective pound
test sizes. Floroclear is slightly stronger in breaking point at respective
pound test sizes.

[SoDakBoy]

>Is fireline and powerpro comparably priced?

At Cabela's they're about the same. Here's a link.

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/pod/horizontal-pod.jhtml?id=0011779&navAction=push&navCount=4&indexId=cat20323&parentId=cat20323&parentType=index