Monofilament Users

[Taffypiker]

Berkley Big Game ?

It's cheaper than sensor in my local shop and whilst I am not as down on sensor as some I find it a bit loopy

Coming from me that's saying something

[Steve Dennington]

I haven't used Big Game for many years, but it was always a reliable line that broke well above the stated strain.

[fossil-fish]

Have Sensor for going on the pike reels again this winter. Was always equally as happy with Big Game. No nonsense tough, ordinary nylon that is not fussy with knots. Both break well above stated breaking strain and are resistant to abrasion. Both can be a bit wiry coming of the spool but perfectly usable. Not really much choosing between them. Have paid a lot more for other monos that I either wouldn't use again or have binned.

[Taffypiker]

I haven't used Big Game for many years, but it was always a reliable line that broke well above the stated strain.

Both Big Game and Sensor break 4 to 5 pounds above their rated strength

[Taffypiker]

Have Sensor for going on the pike reels again this winter. Was always equally as happy with Big Game. No nonsense tough, ordinary nylon that is not fussy with knots. Both break well above stated breaking strain and are resistant to abrasion. Both can be a bit wiry coming of the spool but perfectly usable. Not really much choosing between them. Have paid a lot more for other monos that I either wouldn't use again or have binned.

The Fox , Ridge Monkey and other well known brands break below their stated BS

[ChrisWales]

Ultima power steel

[Steve Dennington]

I haven't used Big Game for many years, but it was always a reliable line that broke well above the stated strain.

Both Big Game and Sensor break 4 to 5 pounds above their rated strength

I recall buying some Sensor because folk said it was cheap, but very good. I'd agree that it was cheap...

[Steve Dennington]

Probably a few quid more, but have a look at Korda Subline. It behaves very well on the spool and is pretty hard wearing too.

[suffolk si]

I use esp synchro where I can’t use braid.18lb but break at well over nearly 25lb tough as Ole boots, use it for catfish too

[davelumb]

Not used it for piking but I like Asso Bullet Proof. Handles well on the reel and seems reliable. Not too pricey either. https://www.veals.co.uk/product/asso-bullet-proof/

[Taffypiker]

Not used it for piking but I like Asso Bullet Proof. Handles well on the reel and seems reliable. Not too pricey either. https://www.veals.co.uk/product/asso-bullet-proof/

You use it for chub , barbel etc ?

[Taffypiker]

I use esp synchro where I can’t use braid.18lb but break at well over nearly 25lb tough as Ole boots, use it for catfish too

[Taffypiker]

Probably a few quid more, but have a look at Korda Subline. It behaves very well on the spool and is pretty hard wearing too.

Cheers

[Taffypiker]

I haven't used Big Game for many years, but it was always a reliable line that broke well above the stated strain.

Both Big Game and Sensor break 4 to 5 pounds above their rated strength

I recall buying some Sensor because folk said it was cheap, but very good. I'd agree that it was cheap...

It's very strong but very springy

[Mike F]

Trying gardner GR60 for the first time this year. Used to swear by terry eustace pro gold 15lb green but its now discontinued which im gutted about as it was the best line ive ever used. I hate having to change things that work and dont let me down (especially mono) so im now having to find something i can totally trust again. Gardner gear has never let me down in the past so i hope the line lives up to expectations. I think it was highly rated in the carp scene back in the 90's if i remember rightly?

[davelumb]

Not used it for piking but I like Asso Bullet Proof. Handles well on the reel and seems reliable. Not too pricey either. https://www.veals.co.uk/product/asso-bullet-proof/

You use it for chub , barbel etc ?

Eels and tench. It's also available in 12lb, but no lighter, if you shop around. Cheaper here - https://www.uttings.co.uk/p134278-asso- ... n-asso-bp/

[Taffypiker]

Not used it for piking but I like Asso Bullet Proof. Handles well on the reel and seems reliable. Not too pricey either. https://www.veals.co.uk/product/asso-bullet-proof/

You use it for chub , barbel etc ?

Eels and tench. It's also available in 12lb, but no lighter, if you shop around. Cheaper here - https://www.uttings.co.uk/p134278-asso- ... n-asso-bp/

12 pound would be perfect for spinning

[Ratty46]

I use esp synchro where I can’t use braid.18lb but break at well over nearly 25lb tough as Ole boots, use it for catfish too

+1 good mono, proper tough stuff

[Taffypiker]

I take it the esp xt is the one to look at

They do a floating line too I believe ?

[piker al]

I use esp synchro where I can’t use braid.18lb but break at well over nearly 25lb tough as Ole boots, use it for catfish too

Same here, synchros brilliant mono, I’ve used big game before some stretch in that stuff,

[Taffypiker]

Not used it for piking but I like Asso Bullet Proof. Handles well on the reel and seems reliable. Not too pricey either. https://www.veals.co.uk/product/asso-bullet-proof/

In the 12 pound that's about spot on diameter wise

[Oldskoolfool]

I can recommend Big Game been using it for years - recently tried the Korda Basix mono - that's been pretty good and a high B/S vs diameter.

[Taffypiker]

I can recommend Big Game been using it for years - recently tried the Korda Basix mono - that's been pretty good and a high B/S vs diameter.

I have a spool of big game in the 12 pound

It's good value just wish it was a bit stiffer

Which is what my wife says