Using old Flourocarbon?

[TCS]

On let's talk hookup the Seaguar guys always say that flouro does not deteriorate except if subjected to temperature extremes. Its UV and chemical resistant.

[ful-rac]

Originally Posted by TCS

On let's talk hookup the Seaguar guys always say that flouro does not deteriorate except if subjected to temperature extremes. Its UV and chemical resistant.

I did hear that too...10-15 years is an extremely long time though...with all the big fish that are around lately....going with new, at least you'll have peace of mind.

I wonder if the way they formulate or manufacture floro has changed in the past 15 years...? I'm sure it has....

[TCS]

I'm fishing 40lb most of the time.

[jorluivil]

Ask yourself this question:

Do I want to use 15year old line when I hook my trophy fish or my first tuna on my kayak? If you're willing to take that chance go for it. I've purchased 3-4 spools of Flourocarbon this year.........why? Because I don't want to take that chance.

[T-Rex]

Take a few feet and test it on a spring scale to see what the breaking point is. I have some 15 year old 20# carbonpro fluoro that has turned to junk over time and breaks at about 10#. With conditions the way they are, it's not worth taking a chance on losing the fish of a lifetime. Typically my new Seaguar goes to its rated test without breaking.

[HobieScot]

Originally Posted by T-Rex

Take a few feet and test it on a spring scale to see what the breaking point is. I have some 15 year old 20# carbonpro fluoro that has turned to junk over time and breaks at about 10#. With conditions the way they are, it's not worth taking a chance on losing the fish of a lifetime. Typically my new Seaguar goes to its rated test without breaking.

I did a few quick tests and it seemed to be functioning like normal. I'll do some real tests over the weekend with a scale and post the results


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[taggermike]

I've heard that fluoro holds up very well over time. Add that to the price and it makes since to use it. On the other hand, if you hook a 40 lb yt or white sea bass on it you'll be worrying about the line the whole time. If it passes the scale test I'd say use it tho. Mike

[HobieScot]

Originally Posted by jorluivil

Ask yourself this question:

Do I want to use 15year old line when I hook my trophy fish or my first tuna on my kayak? If you're willing to take that chance go for it. I've purchased 3-4 spools of Flourocarbon this year.........why? Because I don't want to take that chance.

That's exactly why I picked up a new spool of 30# yesterday

I agree with you. It's not worth taking a chance at loosing the fish of a lifetime! If I'm fighting a tuna for 30 plus minutes and it pops off then I find it's because the old flouro busted I'd be pissed!


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