How to Use fluorocarbon in a Sentence

fluorocarbon

noun

• Next, add a 3-inch peg float to the fluorocarbon, then finish the rig with a size 10/0 circle hook.
  — Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 20 Feb. 2023
• The larger mouth and sharp teeth of the kings often nip the lure off a fluorocarbon or mono leader.
  — Frank Sargeant, al, 3 Nov. 2019
• Spooled on the reel was 20-pound-test fused braided line with 12-pound-test Seaguar fluorocarbon.
  — Todd Masson, NOLA.com, 26 Apr. 2018
• The Greens pull Moon Jigs with 6-pound-test line on long rods, using a long length of 4-pound fluorocarbon leader.
  — Bob McNally, Field & Stream, 22 May 2020
• For trolling, add a three-foot fluorocarbon leader, 4- or 6-pound test.
  — Tom Stienstra, SFChronicle.com, 17 Nov. 2020
• From the hook of the nymph, tie on another 10 inches of leader (5X fluorocarbon) a No.
  — Tom Stienstra, San Francisco Chronicle, 25 Apr. 2018
• All bags in the line are made with ripstop fabric with a fluorocarbon-free DWR coating.
  — Outside Online, 11 Aug. 2021
• Monofilament has a lot, fluorocarbon has a little, and a braid has no stretch.
  — The Editors, Outdoor Life, 1 June 2020
• Most anglers fish the lures on 12- to 15-pound test fluorocarbon, which gives a better feel for the lure than more stretchy monofilament.
  — Frank Sargeant, AL.com, 7 Jan. 2018
• Anglers should stick to a double nymph rig with 5x or 6x fluorocarbon.
  — Colorado Parks & Wildlife, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2017
• Use 20- to 25-pound fluorocarbon leader and small hooks hidden inside the bait.
  — Steve Papen, Tampa Bay Times, 20 Feb. 2017
• Straight Tail worm in Alabama Craw, both rigged on a shaky-head jig with 10 pound fluorocarbon leader and 15 pound braid.
  — Frank Sargeant, al, 14 Apr. 2021
• Troll: Tie a barrel swivel on your line and then add a 24-inch leader, fluorocarbon, 4-pound test, to a snap swivel.
  — Tom Stienstra, San Francisco Chronicle, 11 Jan. 2018
• A few of the Sharks were avid skiers and already knew about the fluorocarbon ban happening in ski racing and took time to explain it to the audience.
  — Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 9 Feb. 2021
• Because clarity is the norm, fluorocarbon is a must, Lim said.
  — Todd Masson, NOLA.com, 24 July 2017
• By hooking a shiner through the back and using a long-shank hook and 15-pound fluorocarbon, I rarely get cut off by pickerel.
  — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 10 May 2023
• These can be made from steel, though some anglers prefer to use a short length of extra-heavy fluorocarbon testing 80 pounds or more.
  — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 18 Apr. 2024
• After it was discovered that fluorocarbon wax is toxic, the sport has been trying to move away from it.
  — Martha Bellisle, Anchorage Daily News, 27 Jan. 2022
• Even with durable fluorocarbon, check for toothy abrasions and change out leaders as necessary to avoid losing the big one.
  — Anthony Maluso, Baltimore Sun, 28 Jan. 2024
• Because of the weight of the lures, most anglers throw them on heavy-duty two-handed baitcasters 7 feet in length or more, and spool with at least 17-pound-test fluorocarbon line.
  — Frank Sargeant, AL.com, 14 May 2017
• There are high-tech rods, fluorocarbon lines, micro-jigs, spider rigs, and a wide assortment of the best crappie lures ever made.
  — M.d. Johnson, Field & Stream, 10 Apr. 2023
• Most anglers use 18 inches of 10-pound-test clear fluorocarbon as leader, tied to the running line with a double uniknot.
  — Joe Songer, AL.com, 8 Feb. 2018
• Using wax with fluorocarbon will also help the lifespan of your skies and snowboard by keeping moisture away.
  — Anthony Marcusa, chicagotribune.com, 10 Oct. 2020
• This rig works best on spinning gear, using a braided mainline and a fluorocarbon leader.
  — Shaye Baker, Field & Stream, 25 May 2023
• Note the trout are often line-shy, and near-invisible fluorocarbon leaders can be the difference between a limit and a zilch.
  — Tom Stienstra, SFChronicle.com, 4 July 2019
• The fluorocarbon rubber band is very flexible and comfortable to wear, even when sweating.
  — Brad Moon, Forbes, 17 May 2022
• Learn more › Monofilament and fluorocarbon line look identical side by side.
  — Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 8 June 2023
• Rig your small jigs using a loop knot at the end of 2-3 lb ultra-thin fluorocarbon to reduce twist and minimize line visibility.
  — Outdoor Life, 20 Nov. 2019
• However, a short section of fluorocarbon tippet at the end of the leader can help sink a fly just below the surface when fishing emerger or cripple patterns.
  — Morgan Lyle, Field & Stream, 13 July 2023
• The use of fluorocarbon shock leader can be critical and necessary when fishing in gin clear water conditions where finicky, shy fish can see your line.
  — Alberto Knie, Field & Stream, 22 June 2023

Last Updated: 18 Dec 2024