i've found a bigger net is easier for me to throw. i like a 8ft. more lead to help spread it open. i always thought a net was a net, but bought a calusa 8 ft 1/4 mesh a couple of years ago and love it. heavy and the horn is super big. opens like a dream
http://www.cabelas.com/product/Calus...CjwKCAjw6szOBR
this is just a link i found, i bought it at a garage sale for $50