I just switched this season, was watching a lot of YouTube videos, some love it, others not so much. With no stretch, every wave that comes through moves the weight a little, have to keep tightening the tension. I do have about 20 ft 20 lb leader

I have been using braid on trout & bottom rods for years and always tied leaders on with an Albright knot, but switched to FG knot about a year ago. Makes an almost seamless transition from braid to mono.

Nice pompano Phat and great looking plating, thanks for sharing! I like braid overal but when it comes to making short casts with small sinkers (like I use sheepshead fishing) I like the smooth casting of mono better. Nothing like the feel/sensitivity of braid and solid hookup tho!

I have braid on all spinning rods, jigging rods and bottom fishing rods. Never look back


....except if the wind is in your face...and its dark....and its a light lure...that can be a mess...

I don't fish the surf anymore but it was not good for that at night.

But you can cast a 2 oz jig over the bar.