I usually run straight fluorocarbon. But I've been persuaded to try braid to a flourocarbon leader. So the question is, What braid do you guys recommend?

I've been using straight 10lb original PP and like it.

Suffix 832. Brian.

Been using 10 lb PP for years with a 6 to8 lb leader (silverthread fluro) no complaints

Not to threadjack - but can someone please explain to me why you wouldn't just stay with 6lb. FC InvizX or Sniper for drop shot ? ...Wouldn't braid for drop shot be a disadvantage anytime the line is slack while working the rod tip ? ... Lastly , I saw Dave Mercer fish an identical drop shot set up to his fishing partner except Dave's fishing partner was using 6lb. FC while Mercer was using braid to FC leader - Mercer got smoked so badly by his partner that he switched up to a straight FC drop shot set up and imediately began matching the hook up / catch ratio of his partner - that spoke volumes to me !

8lb Fireline for big water/bigger fish, otherwise 5lb Power Pro

I fish 10lb pp.  Now I do fish a longer topshot, 8-10ft as opposed to 18".  So you get the best of both with a longer topshot/leader.

Power Pro Super Slick 8 10 - 15 pound

Another 10# PP user

With 6 or 8lb flouro leader depending on a few things

I would stick with FC

Not to threadjack - but can someone please explain to me why you wouldn't just stay with 6lb. FC InvizX or Sniper for drop shot ? ..

Line manageabiity -FC twists and flows off the reel when you don't want it to. Sensitivity. Casts further. 

 

Disadvantages of braid:  Sometimes it casts out a horrible snarl!

 

That being said, on my next DS outing, I'm taking two rods - one with braid/leader and one with FC.  I will alternate casts and see if there is a significant difference in the bite.  That will eliminate the skill of the other angler (or mojo) as a reason for more fish.

To the hijacker: It's easier to see braid moving in the water, and it transmits better, ie no stretch. And as long as you have a leader, it's just as sneaky. The biggest benefit is line management, it's supple and has no memory on the spool.

To the OP: I really like Sunline, the Kanzen braid is top notch. It also comes in yellow which is super visible in stained water.

Sunline sx1 in light pound test not so sure of what I have currently and 8# power pro in red

Tight lines

Andrew

I would stick with FC

Me to. I use 6lb sniper