How to Use fluorocarbon in a Sentence
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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
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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
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Spooled on the reel was 20-pound-test fused braided line with 12-pound-test Seaguar fluorocarbon.
—Todd Masson, NOLA.com, 26 Apr. 2018
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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
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For trolling, add a three-foot fluorocarbon leader, 4- or 6-pound test.
—Tom Stienstra, SFChronicle.com, 17 Nov. 2020
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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
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All bags in the line are made with ripstop fabric with a fluorocarbon-free DWR coating.
—Outside Online, 11 Aug. 2021
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Monofilament has a lot, fluorocarbon has a little, and a braid has no stretch.
—The Editors, Outdoor Life, 1 June 2020
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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
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Anglers should stick to a double nymph rig with 5x or 6x fluorocarbon.
—Colorado Parks & Wildlife, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2017
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Use 20- to 25-pound fluorocarbon leader and small hooks hidden inside the bait.
—Steve Papen, Tampa Bay Times, 20 Feb. 2017
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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
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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
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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
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Because clarity is the norm, fluorocarbon is a must, Lim said.
—Todd Masson, NOLA.com, 24 July 2017
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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This rig works best on spinning gear, using a braided mainline and a fluorocarbon leader.
—Shaye Baker, Field & Stream, 25 May 2023
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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
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The fluorocarbon rubber band is very flexible and comfortable to wear, even when sweating.
—Brad Moon, Forbes, 17 May 2022
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Learn more › Monofilament and fluorocarbon line look identical side by side.
—Joe Cermele, Field & Stream, 8 June 2023
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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
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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
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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
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But there are plenty of scenarios where fluorocarbon works better.
—The Editors, Outdoor Life, 22 July 2019
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