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Article: Hot New Superlines: Improved versions deserve a second look.(Fishing)(Review)
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- Outdoor Life
- Article date:
- December 1, 2003
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Byline: Jerry Gibbs
There were good things about the first generation of gel-spun superlines. They were strong, tough and virtually stretch-free--three traits that come in handy in a lot of fishing circumstances. But there were bad things about the first superlines, too. They could be difficult to work with and you never knew when they were going to misbehave on your reel.
We had plenty to learn about fishing with them. Those who were not willing to experiment with superlines and get used to their peculiar characteristics bad-mouthed them and went back to nylon. Pro fishermen didn't give up so quickly, however, nor did line makers who saw the promise ...