Sufix’s
new G2 Precision Winding process helps reduce memory on the premium Elite
fishing line (continued)
Field
Tests: Now that
the controlled part of the tests have been completed, we couldn’t wait to take
it out on the water to see how it performs especially in casting. As stated
above we tested the 4, 8, 10, and 12 pound test. For the four pound test Elite
we spooled it on a Quantum Xtralite spinning reel and headed to the Eastern
Sierras for some trout fishing. The heavier lines we put it up against local
bass and stripers on both spinning and baitcasting reels.
You'll notice
immediately how nice the line comes off the Sufix spool
You can feel the
difference almost immediately with the Elite compared to other lines when
spooling up. While putting line on the Xtralite and Energy PTi spinning reels
the line felt great coming off one spool and onto another all thanks to the G2
Precision Winding process. After spooling the lines onto the spinning reels,
both 4 and 8 pound test, this limp line remained on the spool very well rather
than trying to spring off like other lines we’ve used. On the baitcasters the
line laid uniformly even with 12 pound test. Rigged and ready, let’s go see what
this new Sufix Elite line is all about.
|
Complete Rig
for Sufix Elite Tests |
| Rods |
Airrus Spectra AFT,
Ultra XL,
GLoomis GLX, TICA SEMA,
St. Croix Legend Tournament Bass |
| Reel |
Abu Garcia Record,
Quantum Energy PT, Quantum Energy PTi, Quantum Xtralite |
| Lines |
Sufix Elite |
Casting:
One thing a monofilament fishing line must do is not just cast, but cast
greatly. Many things contribute to a far and accurate cast, including the rod,
reel, angler, and of course the fishing line. We have used the Sufix Elite for
almost one year now and on many different types of gear that range from trout to
bass tackle. In the Eastern Sierra we recently spooled our Quantum Xtralite up
with 4 pound test Elite and it performed with outstanding marks reaching well
over 30 feet in casts with a tiny 1/12 ounce gold Kastmaster. The Elite is limp,
lays calmly on the spool, and shoots out smoothly through the rod guides with
its slick surface.
Conducting
casting tests using ultralight gear on the open lake in the Eastern Sierras
We also paired the Sufix
Elite monofilament up with spinning and baitcasting bass gear. Cast after cast
our Editors agree that this line is super in this category, and performs better
than the Sufix ProMix that we really enjoyed fishing with prior to the Elite.
Casts with the Elite can go the distance. With proper tackle we were able to
cast between 100 to 120 feet in open water with no breeze. That’s actually a
very good casting distance and we were amazed by the outcome. It sure can cast
far, but how about close encounter casts? It’s just as good. While we fished for
bass around structure and other vegetation flip, pitch, or short side arm casts
were achieved under control thanks to the line coming off the spool without any
hesitation. When the line shoots off the spool the same from start to finish you
can pretty much tell it’ll hit the target each and every time.
Spooled on an
ultralight spinning reel the 4 lb test Elite is awesome for trout fishing
Knot Strength:
Knot strength with the
Elite is very good. We did quick tests with our tensile machine using knots
instead of our clamps, and at times the line snapped in the center before it did
at the knot. Also, never once did we see the line slip before the line broke at
about 20 pounds of force. The knot we used for the lab portion of the test was a
uni-knot.
On the field we employed
various knots and again displayed good results. We had instances where we used a
thin wire wide-gap worm hook fishing around structure. Upon a snag we applied
constant pressure on the line to unsnag. On each occasion we straightened the
hook before the line snapped. The knot strength using the new Sufix Elite line
is way above par and no problems were experienced on the field.
The premium
Sufix Elite is a great all around mono line for both freshwater and saltwater
applications
Application:
The Elite is a premium
monofilament fishing line and it’s great for all types of fishing. This line is
offered in 4 to 100 pound test, and in low-vis colors for fishing pristine trout
and bass waters to bright hi-vis yellow for big game trolling. We tested the
Sufix Elite on trout, bass, and stripers, and the line can easily take the
impact the fish puts on this line from the time the fish hits until you land it.
Though we didn’t conduct lab testing on abrasion the line withstood structure
without problems. If you require an even more abrasive line, there’s the Sufix
Siege which we are currently testing and is great for fishing structure.
