Approximate values
Monofilament vs Fluorocarbon vs Braid
Mono stretches and floats. Fluoro sinks and is harder to see. Braid is thin, has almost no stretch, and needs a leader in clear water.
| Material | Stretch | Sink | See it | Knot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monofilament | High | Nearly neutral | Visible | Improved clinch, uni |
| Fluorocarbon | Low | Sinks | Harder to see | Palomar, uni. Wet it. |
| Braid | Almost none | Floats | Visible | Palomar. Leader joins: FG, Alberto, double uni |
Lithvox line and leaders