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Event Article:
2006 ICAST Line Coverage |
ICAST Coverage (Lines) - A Line for every Occasion
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Daiwa:
Steez line Daiwa is
selling branded line too? We did a double take as we saw the spool of "Steez"
branded fluorocarbon next to the Steez reels. Daiwa fan's...it is possible to
have a 100% complete Diawa rig (Reel, Rod, Lure...and now line too) if your
heart desires. But is there really room in the market for another fluorocarbon
line? Daiwa thinks so. The Steez line isn't for everyone, instead it is designed
to be technique specific. In fact it was formulated especially for the Steez
spinning and casting reels.
Steez fluorocarbon line was
formulated especially for the company's new Steez reels
The line is only currently available in one
mix (100% Fluorocarbon) and one color (green). They designed the line to be
extremely flexible, with a castability close to mono. It is highly resistant to
abrasion and offers a faster sink rate than mono. Like on many premium lines,
parallel winding on the filler spool prevents dents or inconstancy in roundness
that can affect casting right off the bat.
Saltiga Boat braids are designed
to be a perfect fit in the company's Dendoh reels
Saltiga Boat Braided line:
In our reel coverage we highlighted Daiwa's new Dendoh style power reels. These
reels are designed for braid, and serious deep sea fishing. To match up
perfectly with these reels Daiwa is offering Saltiga "Just Fit Packs" Eight
woven braids make it super strong yet one of the finest diameter braids
available, less affected by currents for a straighter more accurate drop. It
features a very smooth surface which means less friction and noise from the
guides on the retrieve. The line's color changes every ten meters with five and
one meter indicators to show depth and line movement. Coolest of all because
these packs are designed for these reels anglers simply enter the code on the
spool into these computer controlled reels and the reel will automatically
register line diameter and length for maximum readout accuracy!
Saltiga surf line is bright "flash
yellow" and features markings at 25 yard intervals
Saltiga
Surf braided line: Saltiga surf line uses a similar eight braid weave as the
boat series and features an ultra smooth surface for serious casting. The line
is "Flash Yellow" in color for ultimate visibility and features markings at 25
yard intervals to help you judge distance and keep your bait in the right target
area.
Paul at Yozuri explains the
difference of adding just a little green tint to Yozuri's new H20 100%
fluorocarbon line
Yozuri:
H20: While Yozuri is best known for their popular Hybrid fishing line, the
company is building upon the success of their HD fluorocarbon leader to produce
a 100% fluorocarbon fishing line. This fluorocarbon line is specially formulated
to be strong, invisible, and castable. This line is a very exclusive "invisible
green" color. Paul at Yozuri explained that on very sunny days clear
fluorocarbon can give off a shine warning fish of impending danger.
The H20 line features a very light green color
By adding a very slight green tint to their
line they have eliminated this "shine," and helps the silhouette of the fishing
line blend in with the natural color of the water and its surroundings. The
result...hopefully bigger wary fish in the boat.
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