Berkley Fireline XDS

  • James Holst
    Keymaster
    SE Minnesota
    Posts: 18926
    December 17, 2003 at 6:01 pm #285431

    I wonder if they intend to bring this product out in the smaller line diameters? Right now it’s all the heavy stuff:

    Quote:

    FireLine XDS is ideal for baitcast reels. Line sizes are 35-pound test with 12-pound diameter, 50/15, 65/17, 80/20 and 100/30. The suggested retail price of a 150-yard spool starts at $21.99, starting at $41.99 for a 300-yard spool and starting at $131.99 for a 1000-yard spool.

    It sounds like they finally addressed some of the weak points of fireline. I’d like to get my hands on this stuff in the 2 Lb diameter if it ever becomes available.

    bill_cadwell
    Rochester, Minnesota
    Posts: 12607
    December 17, 2003 at 6:15 pm #285434

    I’d even settle for some 3 or 4 lb for jigging and 6 or 8 lb for trolling cranks in snaggy bottom areas on the river. I used the 3 and 4 lb this year for jigging and love it as it increases my reflexs [not as young as Nate]. Plus didn’t lose jigs either. Now if they would just have the improved stuff in those sizes. Thanks, Bill

    wade_kuehl
    Northwest Iowa
    Posts: 6167
    December 17, 2003 at 6:37 pm #285439

    Guys, I spoke to Scott Reed of Berkley today and they are not planning to manufacture the XDS in smaller line diameters. Scott says he loves the XDS for Musky, especially jerk baits. He also says it’s a great salt water line, of course. He said that the regular Firelines should sure do the trick if your looking for smaller diameter.

    Also, for anybody looking for information on Berkley products, check with Ryan Hale. He does a lot of testing of the Berkley products and he’ll definately shoot you a straight answer.

    Thanks,

    Wade

    bill_cadwell
    Rochester, Minnesota
    Posts: 12607
    December 17, 2003 at 6:41 pm #285441

    Now if he could only shoot me some straight 3 and 4 lb line that would be great. Thanks for the info Wade. Thanks, Bill

    wade_kuehl
    Northwest Iowa
    Posts: 6167
    December 17, 2003 at 6:45 pm #285442

    Bill, if you’re nice enough to Ryan he just might be able to work something out. Christmas is right around the corner you know…

    bill_cadwell
    Rochester, Minnesota
    Posts: 12607
    December 17, 2003 at 6:48 pm #285444

    It might take more than Santa to get me the line when they don’t make it. Thanks, Bill

    ryan-hale
    NW Ia
    Posts: 1548
    December 20, 2003 at 3:52 am #285891

    Bill I picked up a small x-mas present for you today.A mill end spool of 4# test 1# dia. Fireline in the charcoal color.Let me know what you want santa to do with it please.
    Ryan Hale

    bill_cadwell
    Rochester, Minnesota
    Posts: 12607
    December 20, 2003 at 3:57 am #285892

    Santa could send it to:
    Bill Cadwell
    2140 42nd. St. NW.
    Rochester, Mn. 55901
    Along with the cost and shipping cost and your address and I’ll send you some money.
    Thanks Bud, Bill

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