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Reaction Tackle X8 Braided Fishing Line - Hi Vis Yellow 8 Strand

Reaction Tackle X8 Braided Fishing Line - Hi Vis Yellow 8 Strand

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X8 8-strand braid in Hi Vis Yellow, easy to see above the water. 10–300 lb test, spools from 150 to 3,000 yards.

  • ✅ Longer, smoother casts — round 8-strand weave means less friction through the guides
  • ✅ Quiet retrieves — no "zipper" noise like 4-strand
  • ✅ Zero stretch, high sensitivity — feel light bites and get faster hooksets
  • ✅ Strong knots — tight X8 weave holds knots well under load
  • ✅ Low memory, abrasion resistant — lays flat on the spool and stands up to rocks and cover
  • ✅ Freshwater and saltwater

🎨 Why Hi Vis Yellow?

  • Watch your line — see light bites, line jumps and slack on finesse rigs, jigs and drop shots.
  • Easy to track — see where your line is in wind, current and low light.
  • Tip: in clear water, pair it with a fluorocarbon leader so the fish don't see the bright line.

🎯 Which Line Weight Do I Need?

A good starting point. Match it to your rod and reel rating.

Line weight Common uses
10–15 lb Spinning reels, panfish, trout, walleye, finesse bass
20–30 lb All-around bass, inshore saltwater, most baitcasters
40–65 lb Frogs, punching, heavy cover, pike and musky, surf
80–150 lb Offshore jigging, big game, heavy saltwater
200–300 lb Heavy offshore and shark fishing

📏 Which Length Do I Need?

  • 150 yds — tops off one reel
  • 300 yds — fills most bass and inshore reels, or tops off two
  • 500–1,000 yds — several reels or a full rod lineup, at a lower cost per yard
  • 1,500–3,000 yds — bulk spools for big offshore reels, guides and shops

Not sure how much you need? See our guide to how much braid you need.

📐 Size Chart

Line weight Diameter
10 lb 0.14 mm
15 lb 0.18 mm
20 lb 0.20 mm
25 lb 0.25 mm
30 lb 0.28 mm
40 lb 0.32 mm
50 lb 0.36 mm
65 lb 0.42 mm
80 lb 0.48 mm
100 lb 0.55 mm
120 lb 0.60 mm
150 lb 0.70 mm
200 lb 0.80 mm
300 lb 1.20 mm

Want a different color? Shop all 15 colors of X8.

🪢 Rigging Tips

  • Knot: we suggest a Palomar knot for tying braid directly to hooks and lures.
  • Clear water or line-shy fish: add a fluorocarbon leader.
  • Cutting: braid is tough on regular clippers. Braid shears make clean cuts.
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