Berkley FireLine Ultra 8 Superline Braided Fishing Line

I haven't fished with this line yet, and I will update my review as soon as I get some use out of the line. BUT... I wanted to update people with an initial review since there are no real reviews of this line yet AND inform people of a major marketing deception by Berkley on this line.The Fireline Ultra 8 Carrier 30# test line is published at .015" (.38mm) and equivalent to 12# test mono.I didn't get near the amount of line on my reel that I should have (according to Berkley's published numbers), so I measured the line diameter. I happen to own a machine shop so I have the means to make very small, accurate measurements. Surprise!!! The actual line diameter of the Fireline Ultra 8, 30# test is AT BEST .016" (thats with a firm squeeze on the line while measuring the diameter). That makes the Carrier 8 equivalent to Trilene XL 20# test (according to Berkley's website).At $40 for 300yrd a spool, of which I purchased 2 of them, I wasted a large amount of left over line (approx. 100 yrds each spool) that wont fit my reels because the line is SO much larger than the published diameter. I should have been able to put 320 yards of line on each of the two reels I was spooling. I would accept and/or even expect a small amount of "left over" line, but 1/3rd of the spool??? Thats a lot of waste for such an expensive line.For the good... the line is slick, round & smooth. I also like that the line is fairly stiff, at least while new. I like the qualities of the line so far. The crystal color looks darn near like white colored monofilament.So, in conclusion, be aware that this line is much larger in diameter than published (at least in the 30# size). Don't buy too much line as you may only use ⅔ of a spool. The anti-abrasion qualities of the line, knot strength, castability and such is yet to be determined.

This stuff is great for weaving on a loom or in hand when you're working with crystals -- they have sharp edges around the holes and tend to cut through other threads. I had to re-build a necklace that I wove with a mixture of seed beads and crystals and it worked great. I'd use a lighter weight of Fire Line if you have a light-weight project and want it to drape smoothly. Smoke color goes with any color bead.

The price was right and the Berkley fishing line is great for doing individual beading for bracelets, etc. I always shop for bigger spools in crystal or black and your price was the best.

I use mostly use fireline for all my fine bead work. It’s cheaper from fishing stores in bulk than bead stores.

This is amazing line. I've had been using fireline and other braided/hybrid lines for over 10 years. The casting properties outperforms fireline. I used an under spooled spinning reel and I was getting the same distances I would with other lines, fully loaded. When I loaded it closer to full I was able to toss weightless bait (salmon eggs) almost 30 feet. you don't know how significant this is! Great stuff.

I normally use light gear with 4lb-6lb Fireline. This is the strongest line I've ever used for something so thin and castable. No memory unless left on a reel for a very long time. Allows me to throw my 1/16 to 1/8 oz spinners and spinnerbaits with ease. ZERO stretch so you feel every little bump and wobble while reeling in and get instant, firm hook sets. My landed fish often outweigh the strength of the line ( I've caught dozens of 5+ lb bass on 4 lb test and I've landed trout and salmon that were 2-3 times the weight of the line rating. I even landed a 38" northern pike in heavy lily pads with smoke gray 6 lb Fireline!

This is very smooth and small diameter braid. Casts very well and also spools very well on a spinning reel. You will want to put some backing on the spool before filling it with the fire line to save money. Fill the spool on you reel at least 3/4ths full with mono before spooling on the fireline .You will still have room for 100 yards of fireline on most reels. The 4 and 6 pound test fireline is really small diameter so it would take a bunch to fill a small spinning reel without backing.

Been using Fireline Crystal for about a year now, in 10lb and 20lb test on my baitcasters, love it. Decided to try Carrier 8 in 6lb test on a medium light spinning combo, I'm setting up for Ned rigging. It hasn't proven itself to me fishing yet, but I did do a strength test and it broke at 10lbs, so I'm confident I will have no issues next year when I get started in the spring. Ol' Mr. Largemouth will spit my bait before he breaks my Fireline...IMHOUpdate: 4,6 and 8lb ultra8 Fireline Crystal are disappointing, lost too many fish on the this stuff. Going back to 10lb Crystal not the ultra8, as it has proven itself to me

I use this for 'beading', very strong and thin.. Perfect for my Habit

Beware the advert states that import duty is likely to be £3.93 I have had to pay £12.80. I could understand a small difference but this is ridiculous. Item as expected and arrived 8n time scale

Best line in the world I use nothing else exerllant

I don't fish but I do a lot of seed bead weaving and embroidery and this is the best for this task...strong, easy to use and doesn't tangle. More economical to buy it in this large spool as opposed to buying the small spools!

It is a great product, quality, Color and strength exactly as required, recommended!