Fireline Crystal for ice fishing

[Borch]

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What type of knot does one use with Fireline Crystal?

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I usually use a Palamor knot for braids like Crystal ice. But if my hands are really cold and Improved Clinch like Corey mentioned will work and is a bit easier to tie with stiff fingers.

[fishtank]

Has anybody ever tried Ande Line? I've been using the Mono line for a few years for open water and believe it is the best line I've had as far as knot strength, line strength, hook set and abrasion resistance. A buddy of mine who lives in S. Florida got me hooked (ignore the pun) on this stuff. I finally ran into some 2# and 4# test when I was down there recently. They sell it at Bass Pro, but in Florida, I can get it for about $4 for a spool of 1800 yds (yes, 1800 yds). For that price, I have enough line for all my rods plus some buddies. I have clear and a "Tournament Monofilament" green. We'll see how it does in ice conditions, but online, it says it will stand up to the test.

I've also gone on their HSOforum which they sent me a free 50 page knot tying book, which I thought was pretty cool.

Let me know if you are interested, I can give you the site, just let me know your address.

[JoeB]

I like to tie on a piece of vanish or floro with uni knots back to back, then use your favorite mono knot. this also helps in clear water where color can make a difference. JMO

Joe

[Borch]

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Has anybody ever tried Ande Line? I've been using the Mono line for a few years for open water and believe it is the best line I've had as far as knot strength, line strength, hook set and abrasion resistance. A buddy of mine who lives in S. Florida got me hooked (ignore the pun) on this stuff. I finally ran into some 2# and 4# test when I was down there recently. They sell it at Bass Pro, but in Florida, I can get it for about $4 for a spool of 1800 yds (yes, 1800 yds). For that price, I have enough line for all my rods plus some buddies. I have clear and a "Tournament Monofilament" green. We'll see how it does in ice conditions, but online, it says it will stand up to the test.

I've also gone on their website which they sent me a free 50 page knot tying book, which I thought was pretty cool.

Let me know if you are interested, I can give you the site, just let me know your address.

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Yes I have and it doesn't work very well for ice fishing. It gets very stiff with lots of memory when it gets cold. It's a good summer line but for ice fishing there are many, many better choices out there.