There are many types of fishing lines, how to choose the most suitable one?

1、 Understand the types and characteristics of fishing lines
Before selecting the most suitable fishing line, it is crucial to have a deep understanding of the types and characteristics of various fishing lines. Nylon thread has become the preferred fishing line due to its colorless, transparent, strong tensile strength, and good elasticity. It cuts water quickly, has high fishing sensitivity, and is durable and long-lasting. Even in winter, it is not easily hard or brittle, maintaining good verticality. This type of line is suitable for various fishing methods, especially platform fishing, which can ensure accurate transmission of fish signals.
Carbon wire is known for its wear resistance, but its ductility is relatively poor. Its specific gravity is greater than water, it has good water cutting properties, and its texture is relatively hard, making it very suitable for use as a sub line in rock fishing. In boat fishing, carbon wire is also commonly used for long string or tied hanging sets, and its wear resistance can resist wear and tear in complex water areas.
Braided thread, especially PE thread, is known for its high strength and wear resistance. Its water cutting ability is poor, and the damaged parts are prone to forming hairballs, which affects its use. In order to improve this drawback, waterproof braided wire and fused braided wire have emerged in the market. Waterproof braided wire has good water cutting properties, but the texture is still relatively hard; The fusion braided wire combines high tensile strength and wear resistance, while being softer and more resilient than ordinary braided wire, making it an ideal choice for high-strength fishing methods such as boat fishing.
Ceramic thread has won the favor of many fishermen due to its tensile strength, good wear resistance, resistance to nodules, and lightweight characteristics. It makes fish feedback more sensitive and suitable for fishing methods that require high strength and wear resistance. In addition, carbon fluorine coated fishing lines and synthetic fishing lines also provide anglers with more choices. Carbon fluorine coated fishing line adds carbon fluorine coating on nylon fishing line, which is durable, long-lasting in color, can prevent wear and fading, reduce tangling, and is easy to knot. Synthetic fishing line can make the line float or suspend on the water, suitable for specific fishing methods such as semi floating line and full floating line in rock fishing.

2、 Choose according to the fishing environment
The fishing environment has a significant impact on the selection of fishing lines. When fishing in natural water bodies such as rivers, lakes, reservoirs, etc., due to the large water flow and diverse fish species, there are high requirements for the tension, wear resistance, and concealment of the fishing line. Therefore, it is recommended to choose thicker fishing lines to enhance tension and wear resistance, while ensuring the concealment of the fishing line to reduce fish alertness. Considering the possible obstacles in natural water bodies, such as branches, stones, etc., choosing a fishing line with good wear resistance can effectively avoid the risk of the line being cut.
When fishing in static water areas such as fish ponds, the requirements for fishing lines are relatively low due to the small water flow and relatively fixed fish species. You can choose a thinner fishing line to improve sensitivity and feel. Fine lines can better perceive the subtle movements of fish and improve the success rate of fishing. Meanwhile, when fishing in fish ponds, due to the low sensitivity of fish to color, darker colored fishing lines can be chosen for observation. However, it should be noted that when fishing in fish ponds, it is also important to avoid using overly thick and hard fishing lines to prevent harm to the fish or affect their normal feeding.

3、 Select based on target fish species
The different target fish species also determine the choice of fishing line. When fishing for larger fish, such as carp, green carp, grass carp, etc., these fish usually have greater pulling and impact forces. A thicker fishing line should be used to withstand the pulling force of the fish. Thick lines can better cope with the struggle and impact of large fish, ensuring safety during fishing. Meanwhile, thick lines can better control the range of movement of large fish and increase the success rate of fishing.
When fishing for small fish, such as crucian carp, whitebait, etc., these fish are usually smaller in size and have weaker pulling force. Therefore, thinner fishing lines can be used to improve sensitivity and feel. Fine lines can more sensitively perceive the subtle movements of small fish, such as swallowing bait, thereby increasing the fun of fishing. Fine threads can also be better hidden in water, reducing fish alertness and increasing the success rate of fishing.
In addition to considering the size of the fish, it is also necessary to choose a fishing line based on the situation of the fish mouth. When encountering poor fish mouth or when fish do not like to open their mouths in winter, their activity decreases and their appetite decreases. At this point, using thinner fishing lines can improve concealment and sensitivity, better perceive the subtle movements of fish, and thus increase the success rate of fishing. At the same time, fine threads can better adapt to the low water temperature and slow fish activity in winter, enhancing the fun of fishing.

4、 Choose according to the fishing method
Different fishing methods also have a significant impact on the selection of fishing lines. Tai fishing is a widely used fishing method that requires the fishing line to have strong pulling force, good elasticity, and durability. Nylon line has become the preferred line for Taiwan fishing. Nylon thread can ensure accurate transmission of fish signals and improve the success rate of fishing. The flexibility and water cutting ability of nylon thread also enable it to better adapt to various complex water environments.
The rock fishing method is a fishing technique that takes place on rocky reefs by the sea. Due to the complex terrain and turbulent water flow of the reef, there are high requirements for the wear resistance and specific gravity of the fishing line. Carbon line has become a commonly used sub line in rock fishing. Carbon wire has the characteristics of good wear resistance and a specific gravity greater than water, which can quickly sink to the bottom of the water and reduce the impact of water flow on the fishing line. Meanwhile, the texture of carbon wire is harder and more suitable for operation on reefs.
The boat fishing method is a fishing technique performed at sea. Due to the strong winds and waves at sea, as well as the diverse and large size of fish, there are extremely high requirements for the strength and wear resistance of fishing lines. Braided or fused braided lines are the ideal choice for fishing boats. Braided thread is known for its high strength and wear resistance, capable of withstanding the struggle and impact of large fish. The fusion braided wire combines high tensile strength and wear resistance, while being softer and more resilient than ordinary braided wire, making it more suitable for use at sea.
In addition to the three common fishing methods mentioned above, there are other special fishing methods such as lure fishing, explosive hook fishing, etc. These fishing methods also have special requirements for the selection of fishing lines. For example, the lure fishing method requires the fishing line to have good flexibility and good water cutting ability; The explosive hook fishing method requires the fishing line to have high strength and wear resistance to cope with the pulling force of multiple hooks. Therefore, when choosing a fishing line, it is necessary to consider the specific fishing method comprehensively.