Spiderwire 125 YD. Filler Spools

I have been fishing Stealth (Moss Green color) in the medium diameters (30-50 lb) for several years, and have really liked this line. I have only recently tried the 80 lb version, and so far have had success with it as well. The "Stealth" version of Spiderwire is Teflon impregnated, which helps correct some of the issues typically associated with traditional braided lines. I have never fished Power Pro or Sufix 832, so I cannot accurately compare the Stealth performance to those lines, but I have always been pleased with Stealth so I have not had reason to try a higher-end braid. I can say the Stealth version performs much better than Spiderwire Original. For those that have never fished braid, the sensitivity is exponentially better than traditional monofilament, so for certain applications it is far superior to mono or fluoro lines (see "Braid Tips" below if you have no experience at all with braided style line). Below I have covered some of the aspects of Stealth, as well as included a line diameter chart for comparing to monofilament test weight.Comparison Reference for Stealth Braid Diameter to Equivalent Monofilament Diameter -20 lb Stealth = 6 lb mono30 lb Stealth = 8 lb mono40 lb Stealth = 10 lb mono50 lb Stealth = 12 lb mono65 lb Stealth = 15 lb mono80 lb Stealth = 17 lb mono100 lb Stealth = 20 lb monoCapacity of the 125 yd Package -85 lb Test: The 125 yard spool is enough to spool two low-profile baitcasters and have some left over, assuming you back the reels with some monofilament (which is recommended).50 lb Test: The 125 yard spool will fill one low-profile baitcast reel and have approximately 40 yd left over (depending on how much backing is used).40 lb Test: Most low profile baitcasters will hold approximately 120 yards of 40 lb diameter Stealth on a full spool, so even with backing on the reel it will take at least 80% of the 125 yd package to fill the reel. For a round baitcast reel (like the Abu 5500c), it will basically use up 95% of the 125 yd package to fill the reel.30 lb Test: A medium sized spinning reel (e.g. Shimano 2500 class) takes approximately 90 yards to fill, so the 125 yard spool will fill one reel and have 35 to 50 yards left over (depending on whether you use mono backing).Durability - I have honestly never had any of this line wear out. The color will fade after a few months, but that doesn't seem to have any effect on line performance. I have had the same line (50 lb) on my Texas Rig outfit for 3 years, and have not had any breaks (but have straitened more than a few hooks hanging a brush pile or a stump). Stealth is a polyethylene microfiber braid that has a feel somewhat like thread, and has zero line memory. So whereas mono would be rendered useless just by staying spooled on the reel for months on end, the Spiderwire is virtually unaffected in that manner.Castability - Frankly, for most applications this stuff casts better than monofilament. The 40 & 50 lb sizes are highly versatile baitcaster sizes and cast extremely well with a variety of baits. The 30 lb is really too small diameter to use on baitcast reels, but works well on medium to medium large spinning reels for certain applications.Value - Stealth lasts much longer than mono due to the lack of line memory, so it is hard to compare prices to traditional monofilament (as in my experience the braid can last several years). The Teflon treatment makes Stealth much more fishable than the value brand braids.Noise - Some braids are noisy. I have never noticed this issue with the smaller diameter Stealth (30 -50lb), but the 80 lb is fairly loud when throwing out heavy Alabama rigs and winding them back in. Obviously this is not a performance issue; it is just an annoyance to some folks who prefer mono or fluorocarbon line.Applications - I first started fishing this line bottom bumping for catfish and sauger (in winter) on the Tennessee River in deepwater current (30 - 60 ft deep). The sensitivity of this line makes it perfect for this type of fishing, as you feel subtle changes in the river bed and light bites are easily detected. For bottom bumping, I prefer 40-50 lb on baitcast reels, or 30 lb on spinning outfits. Heavier line will work (on baitcast reels), but assuming braid compatible knots are tied there is really no need for lines heavier than 50 lb test (I am typically fishing for schooling blue or channel catfish that are smaller than 10 lbs). For bass fishing, I love the 40 or 50 lb size for fishing plastics, on either Texas or Carolina rigs. I have read that a lot of professionals do not like using braid for Carolina rigs, due to the lack of line stretch for hooksets, but I always use Stealth braid for a Carolina main line since I do not have the feel that the pro's do so I need a little more sensitivity in the line (and if I miss a hookset it does not cost me any $$$). The 85 lb size works great for throwing extremely large baits, such as Alabama rigs (umbrella rig). I also use the 30 lb size on spinning outfits fishing cork (bobber) rigs for spawning channel cats in the spring.Braid Tips - Fishing braid is a little different than traditional monofilament, so I have listed a few characteristics and tips specific to this type of braided line for those with no experience fishing braid. I am certainly not a professional fisherman (so take with a grain of salt), but here are few things I have picked up concerning braided line. Braid will dig in to itself, so it is a good idea to back the reel with a small amount of monofilament. After a hard hookset, or especially if you get hung, it is a good idea to let the line back out and rewind it back on to the reel, or you will probably backlash the next cast. It casts better wet, so I usually let some line out to get it wet before I start fishing or start with shorter casts and progressively get longer. I have read some complaints on the web concerning the line strength of some braided lines, and for the most part I think those complaints can be attributed to incorrect knots. Zero memory braid has such different characteristics from traditional monofilament (and even fluorocarbon or hybrid supelines), that many knots that work well on traditional line will not hold on braided line. A quick internet search will yield several recommendations for appropriate knot types to use with braid. With a correct knot it is almost impossible to break off 40+ lb braid, so it is a good idea to have some scissors capable of cutting the line available in case you get hung up. Braid is not extremely abrasion resistant, though, so it is a good idea to keep an eye on your line if you are fishing around sharp rocks or heavy snags. You can usually see if the line starts to fray a bit. Another source of abrasion on the line can be older bullet-style lead weights that have burrs or rough spots, as these can easily fray the line when the line slides through these weights (newer precision milled weights do not have these issues). Some spinning reels have features that can adjust the way the line is spooled on the reel, which makes fishing braid on a spinning outfit a little easier. It is a good idea to check the instruction manual of your spinning reels to see if they have this option. I discuss the applications of Stealth earlier in this review, but from an overview standpoint, braid works really well for fishing applications that require a lot of sensitivity and feel (e.g. Texas/Carolina rigs, jigs, bottom fishing) due to the total lack of stretch in the line. By the same token, the total lack of stretch can make braid less than ideal for fishing applications that require some shock absorption (e.g. crankbaits, topwaters, spinnerbaits). The overall strength of the line makes it the only choice for fishing extremely heavy cover or throwing extremely heavy baits such as the Alabama Rig.

It's all I have used for probably about 30 years now and this is only the second spool I have ever bought and that is because I had gone somewhere without my fishing rod, so I bought another and had to string it. The very first time I cast my line with Spider Wire a long time ago, it was a very far cast and as I was setting my pole down I accidentally burned through the line with a cigarette that was in my mouth. I miraculously caught the line as it was coming out of my pole and then tied it into a knot where it broke. I have been using that same spool of line ever since and now I know when I have got a really nice cast, because it unwinds all the way down to that knot in the line. Other than that learning experience, I have never seen spider wire break. It is incredible stuff!

This is a great spool of fishing line at a great price. Before purchasing this, I was familiar with braided line but had never heard of the Camo Braid before. I can say I am pleased with this product all around. I don't know if the camo line actually blends into the water, but it looks cool nonetheless and I have had nothing but good luck fishing this summer. I generally fish in fast moving rivers but went fishing up at a lake this past weekend and caught trout non-stop. Also, I always find braided line to be very durable as well. As long as you are tying the correct knots for braided line, it should be easy to work with. I would definitely recommend!

This line is actually quite easy to use; it isn't too fine to handle and it really helps when you snag bottom or a fish tangles in dense weeds when you're using ultralight rod and reel. It doesn't seem to cast as well as thin mono, and it does twist about as readily. Also, I feel I'm cheating considering it ultralight with such strong line. Still, I like to catch fish rather than leave hooks in them. I'd buy it again.

I have used more expensive braided lines that I like better, but this is a good line for the price. I have used it in 15, 20, and 30 pound sizes. It starts to get pretty stiff at 30 pounds, but below that it is fine. For 30 pounds and up, you might want to consider a thinner, 8 strand braid that is a little easier to work with and casts better.

If you're looking for a line you can see in the water, this is not the line for you. It really is camoflaged and can be hard to find your line in the water, especially in low light conditions. But, the bottom line is: do you want the fish to see a line attached to the lure? I've caught a few fish in the little time I've had it on my pole. The braided line is like string, so some may not like that, but it is strong and easy to tie on tackle. I will purchase this again when needed.

Had to re-learn how to fish using this line. Different knots are needed with braided line. Lost two large fish due to knots slipping. Casting is also different. Can't use full strength when casting. Tries to knot up as it comes off spool. Got frustrating, and had to switch to backup spool of monofilament for a couple of days. Did go back to this line later in the week and started to get the hang of using braided line. Don't know if I'm going to continue using this line next season, may go back to cajun monofilament

I grew up always using the basic monofilament line. It would break from time to time, if the fish was too big. The other problem was that you had to change it every year. With this Spiderwire, i don't worry about a fish breaking the line, if anything it would be my swivels that break (which has happened). I would recommend this line to anyone who needs fishing line on their reels. This purchase was for my second reel, so i now have it on both of my setups.

Use the line all year very happy with it all my gear is setup with spider wire

Used this for Musky fishing and it worked out fantastic. Never had any birds nests or line twists. It also pulled logged when we were trolling. Normally I'm a big fan or Power Pro or Fireline but I think I just found my new favourite brand.

Speedy delivery/ great product

Gotta love Spiderwire Camo!~~~

...absolutely amazing stuff.